Insurance

Find news and advice on homeowners, renters, auto and life insurance.

Car Insurance

Auto insurance protects your finances from the unexpected. Use our car insurance tools to generate quotes, compare coverage options and find the best insurance company for you. Bankrate’s editorial team curated these top auto insurance picks for your budget.

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 homeowners insurance and how does it work?

Homeowners insurance is an essential financial tool. Find out more here.

9 min read

All about auto insurance

Not all auto insurance is the same, but the basics cover injury and property damage.

10 min read

Average cost of car insurance in September 2022

Do you know how much you should be paying for car insurance? Start here.

14 min read

Average cost of homeowners insurance in September 2022

Wondering how much home insurance costs? Bankrate has some insight.

15 min read

Latest Articles

What is a policyholder?

Want to know the difference between a policyholder and a driver? Bankrate can help.

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Car insurance for high-risk drivers in New Jersey

Geico, Selective and Progressive offer high-risk auto insurance in New Jersey.

6 min read Jan 11, 2023
Homeowners insurance escrow explained

Here’s what you need to know about home insurance escrow accounts

7 min read Jan 11, 2023
New Jersey car insurance laws

New Jersey’s car insurance laws changed in 2023, but will the changes affect you?

7 min read Jan 11, 2023
Does homeowners insurance cover your swimming pool?

Learn how swimming pool damages and injuries are covered by home insurance.

7 min read Jan 11, 2023
Tennessee car insurance laws

Tennessee recently updated its car insurance laws. Here’s what you need to know.

6 min read Jan 11, 2023
No down payment car insurance

Is there really such a thing as “no money down” auto insurance? Keep reading and find out!

7 min read Jan 10, 2023
Guide to car insurance

Bankrate’s experienced editorial team walks you through the basics of car insurance.

11 min read Jan 10, 2023
How to buy life insurance in 8 steps

Bankrate shows you how to buy a life insurance policy in just a few steps.

8 min read Jan 10, 2023
How to get car insurance

Bankrate shares all the steps you need to know to get the best car insurance.

8 min read Jan 09, 2023

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