What’s the difference between a home renovation and a remodel?
Learn the difference between renovating your home and remodeling it.
4 min read
Mar 17, 2025
Lauren Ward
Insurance Contributor
Highlights
- Nearly a decade of writing experience covering insurance-related topics in the financial industry
- Featured in The Simple Dollar and Reviews.com
Experience
Lauren Ward has nearly 10 years of experience in writing for insurance domains such as Bankrate, The Simple Dollar, and Reviews.com. She covers auto, homeowners, life insurance, and other topics in the personal finance industry.
Lauren's latest articles
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HO-4 insurance: What it covers and who might need it
Learn what HO-4 renters insurance is, who needs it and how much it costs.
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Standard deduction 2024 and 2025: How much it is, how it works and when to claim it
Most taxpayers have two options: Claim the standard deduction or itemize their deductions.
4 min read Jan 08, 2025 -
Gap insurance in New York
Bankrate breaks down gap insurance in New York and how it works.
7 min read Aug 06, 2024 -
Gap insurance in North Carolina: what you need to know
Gap insurance may help if you total your car while still owing on your car loan.
6 min read Apr 22, 2024 -
The penalties for driving without insurance in Ohio
In Ohio, driving with no insurance is serious. Bankrate explains the penalties.
6 min read Apr 16, 2024 -
What to do after a hit-and-run in Connecticut
Connecticut hit-and-runs are serious, but how do they affect your car insurance?
5 min read Jan 18, 2024