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Car Insurance
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Homeowners Insurance
If anything happens to your home or belongings, home insurance can protect you financially. Find out how much home insurance you need, how much you’ll pay, and what company is best for you with our online tools.
Life Insurance
Life insurance helps you financially care for your loved ones after you pass away. Bankrate is here to help you compare quotes and find the best life insurance company for you.
Insurance Basics

What is car insurance and how does it work?
Car Insurance
Car insurance provides financial security to drivers and is often required to drive.

What is homeowners insurance and how does it work?
Homeowners Insurance
Find out what home insurance covers and how much it typically costs.

Guide to life insurance
Insurance
Life insurance may seem confusing, but Bankrate’s experts are here to help.
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What exactly is comprehensive coverage? Bankrate has your answers in this in-depth guide.

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Find out when home insurance covers mold — and when it does not.

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A home renovation can change your insurance needs.

Curious how home insurance adjusters work? Bankrate helps you understand.

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Life insurance provides peace of mind. But how do payouts work? Bankrate explains.

What is life insurance face value? Bankrate has the answer.

In a level term policy, the premium and death benefit do not change.

What is a straight life insurance policy and is it right for your financial goals?

Learn what burial life insurance covers and some of the best insurers that offer it.

Learn what adjustable life insurance is, how it works, and who it’s best suited for.

Wondering about life insurance for your child with special needs? Bankrate can help.

What is reduced paid-up life insurance? Bankrate explains.
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