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Is Loyalty Costing You? Why Staying With the Same Car Insurer Could Raise Your RatesSticking with the same car insurance company for years may feel like the smart move, but shopping around could uncover a better rate.
By Paige Cerulli
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Are You an Auto Theft Target? Discover the CluesThieves seized more than 650,000 cars last year. See which models, states and behaviors draw the eyes of opportunists.
By Sean Jackson
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My Car Was Stolen — Here's What I Did and How You Can Protect YourselfDon't wait until it happens to you. Learn how to prepare for auto theft, protect your vehicle, and respond quickly if your car is stolen.
By Jacob Wolinsky
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State Farm Is Sending $5 Billion Back to Customers. See If You QualifyState Farm is distributing $5 billion in dividend payments. See who qualifies, how much you could get and how payments are being sent.
By Rachael Green
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Is It Worth Shipping Your Car to Europe When You Relocate?Americans moving to Europe often underestimate the cost, complexity and risks involved in shipping a car abroad. Fortunately, there's a much simpler alternative.
By Marco Permunian
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Ask the Tax Editor: Tax Breaks for VehiclesAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax breaks for buying a vehicle, using a vehicle in your business and more.
By Joy Taylor
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What Types of Car Insurance Do You Need?These 11 types of car insurance can help cover everything from minor repairs to buying a new car. But which types do you really need?
By Sean Jackson
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The 1-Month Rule for Setting Your Car Insurance DeductibleThe ideal car insurance deductible balances risk and savings. Here's how to find it.
By Rachael Green
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How to Switch Car Insurance the Right WaySwitching car insurance companies could save you hundreds. Learn when and how to make the switch to maximize savings and avoid hidden fees.
By Daniel Bortz
