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What to Do When You Get a Speeding Ticket

Paying the ticket is easy, but your insurance rates will likely increase, even if you know how to deal with a speeding ticket.

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FR44 and SR22 Insurance in Florida

Your insurer files an FR44 or SR22 form to prove you have enough car insurance after a serious conviction.

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Ben Moore

How to Get the Cheapest Car Insurance Rates Possible

Car insurance is expensive, but taking these steps can lower your premiums.

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Andrew Hurst

Liability Car Insurance: What It Covers and How Much You Need

Liability car insurance pays for damages you cause others behind the wheel and may protect you financially if you’re sued.

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Andrew Hurst

What Is Collision Insurance and Do You Need It?

Collision insurance pays to repair or replace your car after a crash, but it may not be worth it if you drive an old car.

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Comprehensive vs. Collision Insurance: Know the Difference

Comprehensive and collision coverage isn't legally required, but it is useful for many drivers.

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Car Insurance for New Drivers

New drivers usually pay more for car insurance than those with experience, but there are ways to get cheaper rates.

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Andrew Hurst

Think Twice Before Paying for Accident Forgiveness

While it may be helpful in certain circumstances, accident forgiveness may cost you more in the long run.

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Lacie Glover

What Is Rideshare Insurance And Do You Need It?

You’ll need rideshare insurance if you drive your car to earn money. Here’s how to get it.

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New Car Replacement Insurance Explained

You’ll probably appreciate new car replacement insurance if your car is totaled, but in most cases the extra coverage comes at a price.

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Lisa Green

What to Do if Your Car Is Broken Into

Take pictures of the damage, file a police report and decide whether to get your insurance company involved.

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Lacie Glover

Take This Car Insurance Quiz to See if You’re Savvy or Stumped

Put your car insurance knowledge to the test.

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Amy Danise

Ranking the Cheapest Cars to Insure in 2024

The Subaru Outback, Crosstrek and Forester came out as the cheapest vehicles to insure in our 2024 analysis.

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Drew Gula

Does Car Insurance Cover Theft?

Here's what you need to know to insure your car against theft.

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Kayda Norman

Understanding Uninsured Motorist Property Damage Coverage

UMPD covers damage to your car or property after a crash with an at-fault driver who has no car insurance.

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Ben Moore

‘Excluding’ vs. ‘Removing’ Drivers From Car Insurance

Removing is best if they don’t regularly drive. Excluding keeps bad-driving records from affecting your insurance.

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Kayda Norman

How Much Does Insurance Increase After an Accident?

Your insurance rate could increase by hundreds of dollars. To find cheap car insurance after an accident, shop around.

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Kayda Norman

What Is Comprehensive Insurance?

Comprehensive insurance pays for damage to your car from causes like hail, flooding and fire. Here's what it is and when you need it.

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What Is Uninsured Motorist Coverage?

Uninsured motorist insurance can spare you from shelling out money for crashes you didn’t cause.

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Car Insurance Programs for Low-Income Drivers

You may qualify for government-sponsored low-income car insurance in certain states.

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