How to Get a Car Loan
To get the best interest rate on an auto loan it’s essential to shop around for the best lenders and get a preapproved loan before you go to the dealership.…
Lacie Glover
Lacie is an editor and writer specializing in all types of insurance matters and is NerdWallet's authority on auto insurance. She has written for U.S. News & World Report, Time and USA Today, and occasionally shares her expertise on radio. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading or optimizing her own personal finances, from small purchases to travel plans. Email her at [email protected]
Posts by Lacie Glover:
Does Getting Insurance Quotes Affect Your Credit Score?
Car insurance quotes and credit history are connected, but not how you might expect. There’s no “hard credit pull” for auto insurance quotes. That means that your credit score won’t…
Elephant Insurance Review 2020
Elephant Insurance is a small company, currently available in six states: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Founded in 2009, Elephant only writes auto insurance policies. However, it sells…
Non-Owner Car Insurance: Where to Buy and What It Covers
Non-owner car insurance provides liability coverage when you don’t have a car and drive one that isn’t yours. Liability coverage pays for injuries and property damage you cause to others…
Chubb Insurance Review 2020
Chubb specializes in auto and home insurance for well-to-do customers. The company’s suite of products features generous coverage options and perks that aren’t usually available from other insurers. Chubb auto…
Think Twice Before Paying for Accident Forgiveness
If you pay extra for accident forgiveness with your car insurance, you might think your premium won’t go up if you cause a crash. But don’t bet on it —…
Will You Save Money Bundling Insurance? Not Always
You’ve probably heard the “bundle and save” line from insurance companies, promising big discounts if you get all of your policies from the same carrier. It’s often true that getting…
What You Can (and Can’t) Learn From the Average Car Payment
The average monthly car payment reveals some interesting aspects of the auto financing market, but figuring out what you should pay requires a more personalized approach. The average monthly car loan payment in…
Insurers Turn to Technology to Woo Drivers
Americans love technology, and we expect companies to deliver delightful digital experiences. Insurers aren’t doing that — yet. So far, updates have been skin-deep. “If you go to a carrier’s…
OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts for Your Car: How to Choose
Choosing between original and aftermarket car parts — and even used parts of either type — is all about squaring your priorities with your budget. You’ll have different options depending on the…
