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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

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Wildfire
Can your insurer drop you before a wildfire? Know your rights and what to do next.
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February CPI shows stubborn inflation in motor vehicle insurance.
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An NFIP lapse would halt new flood policies and renewals.
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Is it fair that drivers with poor credit are paying significantly more for car insurance?
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Are you doing enough to protect your home from extreme winter weather?
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The Northeast’s staggering spike in wildfires could push up home insurance premiums.
Charging an electric car in public station by the street, The Netherlands
Are electric cars cheaper than gas? Bankrate explores this and more.
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Rates may be stabilizing, but don’t expect your premium to come down.
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Experts say that 2024 saw record insurance shopping, even among loyal customers.
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Has inflation left you underinsured? Bankrate investigates.
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Tariffs will raise prices, but the strategies for insurance savings remain the same.
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Rsing temps and road rage are a costly combo. discover the mental and financial impact on drivers and their car insurance rates.
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Telematics impact insurance rates and driver behavior — California’s missing out.
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Bankrate explains how CA, NC, UT and VA car insurance laws are changing in 2025.
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Feeling overwhelmed by car insurance shopping? Try these tips directly from agents.
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Some insurance companies are removing the right to appraisal from policies.
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Extreme weather puts more than a quarter of all U.S. homes at risk.
Could you pay your deductible if you had an insurance claim?
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These deductibles are calculated as a percentage of your coverage limit.
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Insurance companies may be taking advantage of states with limited regulation.
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Bankrate explores what dorm insurance is and if your student needs it.
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If you’ve received a letter from your insurance company asking for updates, you’re not alone.
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Understanding how coinsurance works can help you avoid unexpected expenses and confirm that your coverage meets your needs.
Aerial view of tree falling on house after storm in Houston
Learn why Texas homeowners are facing high rates and difficulty obtaining insurance.
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Bankrate explores interesting life insurance facts and statistics from 2024.
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Gen Z and millennials’ outlook on life insurance after navigating financial turbulence
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Bankrate explores the importance of long-term care planning for families.
A cancer patient with a shawl over their bald scalp speaking with a doctor
Life insurance guidance for breast cancer survivors navigating coverage options.
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Can you afford life insurance? Learn how it’s more cost-effective than you think.
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Review your insurance policies to help save money and find the best deal.
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