Insurance
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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 car insurance?
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
Bankrate explains homeowners insurance and how it works.

Guide to life insurance
Insurance
Life insurance may seem confusing, but Bankrate’s experts are here to help.
Insurance Reviews
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All minimum policies automatically meet state requirements.

Your insurance might cover keyed car repair costs. Bankrate answers your questions.

What is the New Jersey Assigned Risk Plan and how does it affect drivers? Bankrate explains.

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Homeowners insurance does not always cover space heaters. Bankrate explains.

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How life insurance blood tests impact rates, coverage and policy options.

Top questions to ask your life insurance agent to find the right coverage for you.

Bankrate explores Section 7702 and tax-exemption for life insurance policies.

Supplemental life insurance may help secure your loved ones’ financial future.
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