Greenville, South Carolina has a homeownership ratio of 67.5% and an average home value of $183K. The need for cheap homeowners insurance is high due to the higher homeownership rate. This is easy to find in Greenville with an average premium rate of $945 per annual for $250K dwelling coverage. Bankrate compared national and local insurance companies to help you choose […]

Without auto insurance, you could face a host of legal and financial problems. The majority of states in the United States have minimum auto insurance laws. These laws require that all drivers or vehicles must meet a minimum level of auto insurance coverage. This is commonly called basic liability insurance. For risky drivers, however, it may be more complicated. Your […]

In New Hampshire, driving without insurance, with some exceptions, is legally allowed — the only state in the U.S. where this is the case. This may sound great if you’re trying to save money. However, you still have liability for any injuries or damage you cause in an accident. And one of the most effective ways to protect […]

For the over 276 million cars on the road today, car insurance is legally regulated to afford drivers and passengers financial protection. You must have minimum car insurance before you can legally drive a car in most states. Before you can purchase a new policy of auto insurance, it is important to understand how car insurance works. The Bankrate team […]

Insurance policies may be cancelled and non-renewed for various reasons, including nonpayment of payments or changes in risk as well as conditions on your home or property. Most insurers require giving enough time (varies depending on state) for replacement coverage to be acquired. If your insurance has been cancelled or non-renewed, reach out to your […]

Are You Preparing to Move, Clean Out Your Garage or Declutter? A storage unit rental may be just what’s necessary. Keep in mind that many self-storage facilities require that their customers carry some form of insurance to cover their belongings during storage. Tenant insurance can often be quite affordable and is easily obtained by reaching […]

Life insurance provides financial support for beneficiaries upon death; however, how this payout is received may have substantial tax ramifications. Distributions from life insurance policies are subject to tax if they exceed their policyholder’s cost basis, which this article will explore along with partial surrenders, withdrawals and loans that impact it. Cost basis When accessing […]

Renters insurance generally does not cover damage caused by pets; however, some policies provide special add-on coverage called pet liability coverage. Pet insurance covers the costs to repair or replace property that your pet damages while on another person’s property. Some policies exclude certain breeds while others restrict coverage for exotic or farm animals. Liability […]

Homeowners today must consider a range of factors when shopping for their home’s insurance. Not only should coverage be considered, but the cost for such coverage should also be taken into account. Of all these items, appliance insurance is typically one of the least talked about, yet it is an important piece of the puzzle […]

Health insurance can be a tricky subject to understand, especially when it comes to the specific details of an individual policy. In this article, we will focus on one such detail: the annual deductible. What is an annual deductible? How does it work? And why is it important to know about it? This guide will […]