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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.

Insurance Basics

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Car insurance provides financial security to drivers and is often required to drive.
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Find out what home insurance covers and how much it typically costs.
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Learn the difference between common car insurance coverage types and how they work.
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Insurance News

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True Cost of Auto Insurance in 2025

How much of your income will you spend on car insurance this year? Bankrate investigates.

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True Cost of Home Insurance in 2025

How much do Americans spend on home insurance? Bankrate investigates.

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Insurance Reviews

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Latest Articles

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Pet insurance can help you take care of your furry family members.
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Waiting periods affect when coverage applies after you purchase a policy.
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Bankrate breaks down nonstandard auto insurance and how it works.
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Full coverage car insurance typically includes comprehensive and collision coverage.
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Speed now, pay later. California speeding tickets raise insurance rates for years.
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Bankrate helps high-risk drivers in NY explore their available insurance options.
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Bankrate explains how being named high-risk impacts your car insurance rates.
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Find out how much insurance goes up for a speeding ticket in Georgia.
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8 things that impact the cost of insurance — plus some others that may surprise you.
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What should you do if you’re having a home inspection? Bankrate explains.
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Find out when homeowners insurance covers tree removal — and when it doesn’t.
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Find out when home insurance covers mold — and when it does not.
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Louisiana, Texas and Oklahoma all share high insurance rates and poor retirement rankings.
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A home renovation can change your insurance needs.
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Curious how home insurance adjusters work? Bankrate helps you understand.
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