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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
Find out what home insurance covers and how much it typically costs.

Guide to life insurance
Insurance
Life insurance may seem confusing, but Bankrate’s experts are here to help.
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Bankrate explains why high-risk drivers in Florida face some of the highest rates.

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Ohio high-risk drivers face rate increases — find out what you might pay.

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Driver’s license points and their impact on insurance depend on your state and carrier.

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Learn whether your homeowners insurance premiums are tax deductible.

These five steps could help you choose the best home insurance company for you.

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Learn how to switch home insurance companies, even if you have a mortgage.

Find out when homeowners insurance covers tree removal — and when it doesn’t.

Creating a home inventory can help make filing an insurance claim easier.

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Bankrate has tips on finding life insurance with a pre-existing medical condition.

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You may have to do a blood test when applying for life insurance. Bankrate explains.

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Life insurance brokers: Do you need one? Here’s how they may help.

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