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

All about auto insurance

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

10 min read

What is homeowners insurance and how does it work?

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

8 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

How a speeding ticket impacts your insurance in Oregon

Bankrate investigates the consequences of getting a speeding ticket in Oregon.

5 min read Sep 28, 2022
How many accidents can you have before your insurance drops you?

How many car accidents is too many for your insurance company? We have answers.

6 min read Sep 27, 2022
What happens when your home insurance lapses

It isn’t ideal to let your home insurance lapse. Here’s what to do if that happens.

5 min read Sep 27, 2022
How to get homeowners insurance after nonrenewal

Wondering what to do after your homeowners insurance nonrenewals?

5 min read Sep 27, 2022
How much will my car insurance go up after an accident?

How much will your car insurance rate go up after an accident? Bankrate finds out.

9 min read Sep 27, 2022
Switch your car insurance in 8 easy steps

Bankrate can help you learn how to switch to a new car insurance company.

12 min read Sep 27, 2022
Term life insurance

Need life insurance for a specific time period? Start researching term policies.

9 min read Sep 27, 2022
Guide to saving on car insurance as a college student

Learn why college students pay more for car insurance and ways to save.

6 min read Sep 27, 2022
How to read a home insurance policy

Bankrate explains how to read and understand your home insurance policy.

5 min read Sep 26, 2022
Rideshare safety and statistics

Want to stay safe while ridesharing? Bankrate’s tips are here to help.

5 min read Sep 26, 2022

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