Lacie Glover is a 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 the radio waves. 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 lacie@nerdwallet.com.
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