Car Insurance
News, insights and expert analysis on car insurance from the team at Kiplinger.
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Loyalty Doesn’t Pay: Why Your Car Insurance Keeps Going Up
You’ve been a good customer, now your premium is creeping up. Here’s why loyalty might be costing you on car insurance.
By Paige Cerulli
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When an Extended Car Warranty is Worth It — and When it's Not
Got the "we're trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" call? Here's what you need to know before buying.
By Rachael Green
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Retirees, Protect Your Savings With Umbrella Insurance
retirement You may not realize you don’t have enough liability coverage until something catastrophic happens.
By Rachael Green
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I Just Paid Off My Car. Can I Downgrade My Car Insurance Now?
You've gotten rid of that car payment. Can you save even more by downgrading your car insurance? Here's what to consider.
By Rachael Green
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Are You an Auto Theft Target? Discover the Clues
Thieves seized more than 850,000 cars last year. See which models, states and behaviors draw the eyes of opportunists.
By Sean Jackson
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You Retired and Stopped Commuting. How Do You Lower Car Insurance Costs Now?
Retiring usually means cutting out that daily commute which could make you less risky to insure. Does that mean your car insurance costs will drop? Here's what you need to know.
By Rachael Green
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Is Your Car Model Driving Up Your Insurance Premium?
Car insurance rates vary by make and model. Find out if your car is raising or lowering your premium.
By Rachael Green
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10 Things You Need To Know About Hurricane Insurance Claims
Becoming a Homeowner Hurricane damage? Know what your insurance will and won't cover to make the most of your policy if you need to file a claim.
By Rachael Green
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A Nasty Surprise Awaits Snowbirds: Thousands in Unexpected Bills
Before leaving your home for the winter, remember to do this one thing, or else you might face an expensive repair bill upon return.
By Sean Jackson
