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A flooded neighborhood
Extreme weather takes a severe toll on the Southern U.S.
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Over the past sweltering summer, 72% of Americans had higher electric bills.
Houses in Florida
Bankrate interviewed experts to learn why the Florida insurance market is in crisis.
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California’s car insurance rate filing freeze is starting to thaw. What does that mean?
Houses in Florida on a sunny day against the blue sky with palm trees in the front lawn.
Florida property insurance and financial ratings: what do they mean to you?
suburban neighborhood in texas
Home insurance rates are rising across the country. But just how much?
Woman in car looking at smartphone
Distracted driving affects everyone on the road. Find out more starting here.
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Is your auto insurance policy increasing in 2022? Bankrate says probably.
Female mechanic reading clipboard in garage
“They told us the safety inspection was ‘unwarranted.’”
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New NC car insurance laws offer more coverage but could increase rates.
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Can new lawsuits and legislation address telematics customers’ privacy woes?
Young driver
North Carolina teens will face higher car insurance rates for a longer period.
College
Weighing the cost benefit of bringing a car to college? Bankrate has the answers.
Safe drivers continue to see their rates creep up.
Costlier healthcare means bigger claim payouts and higher rates.
Hurricane
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is here and shaping up to be especially active.
Florida home with blue skies
What Florida homeowners should be aware of with upcoming bills.
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With some planning, homeowners can ensure their homes and insurance coverage are in good shape before summer begins.
Image of a woman sitting among packing boxes. The box next to her is open and has a golden doodle dog sitting inside of it.
Explore the cost gap between homeowners and renters insurance over a 14-year period.
Malibu home burned in wildfire
Rate increases for rental owners policies are as high as 38 percent.
Costlier construction materials will increase replacement costs for insurers.
helicopter flying above wildfire in smoke-filled sky spraying water
California’s insurance market faces challenges from wildfires, tariffs and rate hikes.
young man sitting in his home reading an electronic tablet
Gen Z and millennials’ outlook on life insurance after navigating financial turbulence
A parent giving their child a piggyback ride.
Bankrate explores interesting life insurance facts and statistics from 2024.
A medical professional consulting with a patient
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.
People looking at a computer screen
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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It’s still possible to get a life insurance policy. Here’s what else you need to know.
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