Author: Chase Gardner
Keep the change, ya filthy animal: How much of Kevin McCallister’s destruction in ‘Home Alone’ would insurance actually cover?
Ask most millennials about their favorite Christmas movies, and there’s a good chance they’ll mention “Home Alone.” The classic 1990 family comedy, directed by Chris Columbus …
Judge approves coverage expansion for CA FAIR Plan as a last resort for Californians
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled on Nov. 27 that California’s insurance commissioner can order the state’s home insurer of last resort to expand its …
The empire state ends photo inspections for new car insurance policies
New York drivers buying a new full-coverage car insurance policy may no longer face cancellation if they fail to submit photos of their vehicles to their …
A bad brake: Drivers grapple with 9% increase in car ownership costs in 2023
In the past year, Americans have faced a 3.7% jump in food costs, a 7.4% increase in rent, and a 7.2% spike in the price of …
Pennsylvania launches flood insurance task force
A new Flood Insurance Premium Task Force in Pennsylvania will look for ways to make flood insurance more affordable and accessible in the Keystone State, Gov. …
Raise your right foot if you hate tickets! These car models have the most speeding tickets
From sleek sports cars to big pickups, drivers of these ten vehicles break speeding laws at the highest rates in the nation. Certain cars come with …
New study reveals America’s most popular cars
Drivers across the nation may prefer different vehicle types, but these ten cars have something to offer practically everyone on the road. From SUVs to sedans, …
States with the most atrocious drivers (#1 is jaw-dropping!)
Drivers who evade traffic laws live in every corner of the country, but these ten states are home to more rule-breaking motorists than anywhere else. When …
The 25 most popular cars in America (2023)
From SUVs to sedans, pickups to hatchbacks, Americans have no shortage of choices when picking their ideal vehicle. Whether they’re looking for ample cargo space, tight …
More insurers exit California home & auto insurance markets and the affect is shocking
Four small insurers will cease writing and renewing homeowners, renters, and auto insurance in California beginning in 2024, according to a filing with the state’s Department …
Honda reigns supreme: The most popular cars by state
Americans have a diverse set of preferences when it comes to favorite car models, but some are perennial crowd-pleasers. With more used than new car sales …
Catalytic converter thefts drop an astonishing percent
For the first time since 2019, catalytic converter thefts are declining. Thefts of the auto part, which converts exhaust into less harmful gasses, are down nearly …
Maui wildfire insurance claims already top $1.3 billion
Property loss claims stemming from the wildfires that ripped through Maui in August have topped $1.35 billion so far, the Hawai‘i Insurance Division reports. Following the …
How Virginia wildfires could impact home insurance rates
Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency in Virginia due to multiple wildfires in the state, stoked by dry conditions and dry winds. The month-long …
The tragic tale of Florida homeowners and high premiums
Florida homeowners who can’t find coverage from standard insurers turn to Citizens Property Insurance Corp. for affordable home insurance. Florida’s state-created home insurer of last resort …
California’s game plan: Limiting the growing insurance crisis
Californians’ home insurance options shrunk significantly in 2023, with seven of the state’s 12 largest home insurance companies either limiting new business or leaving the state …
Did TikTok’s Kia challenge cause a 55% spike in insurance rates?
The summer of 2022 was a bad time to own a Kia or Hyundai, especially if you drove one of the models the now infamous “Kia …
Meijer/Blue Cross collaboration latest example of retail-healthcare partnerships
Michigan consumers accustomed to going to Meijer for groceries and home goods can now add Medicare plans to their shopping list. This is thanks to the …
NEXT Insurance set to raise $100M+ in late VC funding round
NEXT Insurance is raising at least $100 million — and as much as $250 million — in its latest round of funding, the industry news publication …
Slide insurance to pick up 86K Farmers home insurance policies in Florida
Slide Insurance, a 2-year-old insurtech startup based in Tampa, announced it has acquired renewal rights for 86,000 Florida homeowners and condo owners policies from Farmers. Farmers …
Louisiana Fortify Homes Program reaches third round
Louisiana homeowners who missed out on the first two rounds of the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program (LFHP) still have a chance to get up to $10,000 …
Liberty Mutual agrees to repay $7.7 million to Minnesota policyholders
Liberty Mutual, the fifth-largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S., has agreed to return $7.7 million in premiums it collected from Minnesota policyholders, the state’s …
You’ll never believe this state’s car insurance is 25% cheaper than national average
California has the 15th-lowest auto insurance rates in the U.S., but drivers have seen significant premium hikes in 2023. After a more than two-year freeze on …
Electric vehicles in 2023: Costs, trends, and statistics
Interest in electric vehicles (EVs) is rapidly increasing, with 51% of car buyers considering new or used EVs, up from 38% in 2021, according to a …
Attention Michigan property owners! Slip-and-fall law leaves you liable for damages
Michigan property owners are now more legally responsible than ever for addressing hazards on their properties — no matter how obvious and avoidable a hazard might …
The open road can be your personal race track— Here are the top 10 states for street racing
An open road is not a personal racetrack, but some seem to think differently. In these top ten states, road racing occurs at unprecedented rates. Rates …
These US cities have the fastest rising rent prices
A return to cities and a tight housing market upset the rental landscape in 2022, contributing to a 16.5% jump in the national average rent price. …
It does a heart good: 10 states with the fastest decline in heart disease
Happy, healthy hearts are on the rise across the country. Which states have seen the steepest drops in fatal heart disease during the new millennium? As …
The most popular vehicles for every generation
From Zoomers to Boomers, these are the most popular cars for each generation of drivers in 2021. Each generation has its own unique and defining experiences, …
Eco-conscious cars: States with the most hybrid and electric vehicles
Hybrid and electric vehicles are becoming increasingly ubiquitous. Which states have the greenest drivers this year? In recent years, improvements to hybrid and electric technology have …
