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Auto Insurance

  • Drunk Driving Statistics 2023

    A Step-by-Step Guide Drunk Driving Statistics Americans Need to Know Driving while intoxicated is a big problem in the U.S. Not convinced? Have a look at these sobering statistics: 229 children (0-14) die annually as a result of drunk driving accidents (CDC) ⅓ of car accidents are due to drunk drivers (NHTSA) In 2020, alcohol-impaired […]

    Hollay Ghadery 03-16-2023
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    A Comprehensive Guide to Switch Car Insurance

    How to Switch Car Insurance There are several tips you should be sure to keep in mind when switching up your car insurance, including: Consider All Coverage Options: The amount of coverage that you require will depend not only on what you’re willing to spend but also on what you need out of your policy. […]

    Margaret Huntley 02-28-2023
  • California Low Cost Auto Insurance

    Looking to Save on Car Insurance in California? Here’s How

    What Is the California Low Cost Auto Insurance Program? No matter where you live, car insurance costs are not insignificant. But in California, it’s particularly high, with drivers paying an average of $1,978 per year. Not everyone can afford this, but driving without car insurance is illegal in most states—California included. So in an effort […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 02-28-2023
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    Everything You Need to Know About Car Storage Insurance

    What Is Car Storage Insurance? The truth is, there is no such thing as a car storage insurance policy. But that doesn’t mean you can’t protect your car in storage. While there is no such thing as a policy that is specifically designated for a stored car, the term “car storage insurance” refers to the […]

    Margaret Huntley 02-28-2023

Health Insurance

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    Health Insurance Options for Self-Employed Workers

    How To Get Self Employed Health Insurance: Explore Your Options for Coverage Being self employed has a ton of perks, but unfortunately, health insurance isn’t one of them. If you’re your own boss, you’ve likely come to the realization that you need to sort out how to get self employed health insurance.  Luckily, we’ve got […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 10-13-2022
  • Does Health Insurance Cover Dental Surgery

    Does Health Insurance Cover Oral Surgery?

    Does Health Insurance Cover Dental Surgery? Your Answers and More Good dental health is an indicator of your overall health. Yet, CDC data from 2014-2017 estimates that only 50.2% of adults (18-64 years old) have annual dental coverage, which highlights the importance of taking care of oral health. Even though health insurance sounds like it […]

    Jessica Fox 10-13-2022
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    Why the Stimulus Package Is a Game Changer for Health Insurance

    Here’s How the Stimulus Package Can Lower Your Health Insurance Costs Stimulus checks came as a welcome relief to many Americans, but what many might not have realized is that the stimulus package was also designed to help them with their health insurance costs. Keep reading to find out how the stimulus package may lower […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 06-23-2022
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    How to Lower Your Taxes and Keep Healthcare Expenses Affordable

    Are Health Insurance Premiums Tax Deductible? Here’s What You Need to Know It’s no secret that healthcare and insurance premiums are expensive. But not having health insurance isn’t an option for most, given the fact that a three-day hospital stay can cost you as much as $30,000.  This has many Americans questioning, “are health insurance […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 05-27-2022

Home Insurance

  • Does Your Home Insurance Cover Weddings?

    Pandemic Surge in Outdoor Weddings Continues, But Does Your Home Insurance Cover Weddings? The dramatic uptick of outdoor weddings in recent years isn’t slowing down much, and this has left many people scrambling to grasp the logistics of having a backyard wedding. Included in that mad dash to get a grip on hosting home-based nuptials […]

    Hollay Ghadery 02-28-2023
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    Jewellery and Designer Clothing Insurance

    What You Need to Know About Jewellery and Designer Clothing Insurance You don’t have to be Kim Kardashian buying Princess Di’s Attallah Cross necklace or Alexander McQueen’s vintage Oyster gown to own valuable couture. In fact, when it comes to big-ticket items, the USA consistently takes the cake as the biggest spender, fronting $64.8 billion […]

    Hollay Ghadery 02-28-2023
  • Climate Change Home Insurance

    How Home Insurance Cost Are Rising As Climate Change Worsens

    The Rising Cost of Home Insurance As Climate Change Worsens If paying for home insurance wasn’t already a thorn in your side, climate change is about to make that thorn a lot bigger. You might have already started feeling the effects: 90% of homeowners have seen an increase in premiums over the last year. And […]

    Hollay Ghadery 02-27-2023
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    Does Home Insurance Cover Mold?

    What You Need to Know About Mold Insurance? Mold in your home is…well, gross. In addition to being unsightly, mold can damage the structural integrity of your home and it’s bad for your health. This is why mold insurance is typically built into your homeowner’s insurance policy. Most home insurance policies will cover mold damage, […]

    Claire Smith 03-10-2023

Insurance

  • Insurance Holidays

    What Are The Ways To Save On Insurance In Time For The Holidays

    7 Ways To Save On Insurance In Time For The Holidays The holiday season is just around the corner and while it tends to be a strain on your wallet, it doesn’t have to be. We’ve crunched the numbers and found seven simple ways making small changes to your insurance can help you master how […]

    Hollay Ghadery 02-28-2023

Life Insurance

  • Life Insurance Even If Don’t Have Kids

    Why You Should Get Life Insurance Even If You Don’t Have Kids

    Here Are 4 Reasons Why You Should Get Life Insurance Even If You Don’t Have Kids Life insurance is one of those things that’s easy to push to the back burner, and even more so if you don’t have kids. But the truth is that everyone can benefit from life insurance and the earlier you […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 02-28-2023
  • Life Insurance For Seniors Over 85

    Life Insurance For Seniors Over 85

    Life Insurance for Seniors Over 85: Here’s What You Should Know Before Getting a Quote The truth is that life insurance is usually best purchased when you’re young and healthy so that you can lock in affordable rates for the rest of your life. But not everyone is in a position to buy life insurance […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 10-20-2022
  • Life Insurance For Seniors Over 80

    Life Insurance For Seniors Over 80

    A Comprehensive Guide to Life Insurance for Seniors Over 80 Years Old Whether you are over the age of 80 and thinking about purchasing life insurance, or you’re considering life insurance for a parent, you’ve come to the right place.  As you age, it’s important to think about what you will leave behind. Life insurance […]

    Margaret Huntley 08-02-2022
  • Life Insurance for Elderly Parents

    Life Insurance For Elderly Parents

    Why Life Insurance for Elderly Parents Is a Good Idea It’s not always an easy conversation to have, but it’s worth it to ensure you and your parents have peace of mind. Life insurance for older parents isn’t complicated, but it can be more expensive, especially as they get older. Buying as early as possible […]

    Margaret Huntley 07-12-2022

Medicare

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    Will Health Insurance Cover New Alzheimer’s Drug, Aduhelm?

    Medicare Coverage of Aduhelm Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that erodes memory and thinking skills over time, leading to significant cognitive decline. Almost 6 million people in the US have Alzheimer’s disease today, and that number is expected to rise to 14 million by 2060. It’s no wonder that a fight for a cure […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 08-08-2022
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    Medicare for All

    Medicare for All: What Is It? 27.5 million Americans don’t have health care. Why? Well, many simply can’t afford it.  The question then becomes: should America embrace “Medicare for All” so that everyone has access to healthcare?  And if so, what would universal healthcare look like? Free Medicare Insurance Comparison – Save up to 30% […]

    Hollay Ghadery 12-08-2021
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    What Is The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period?

    Medicare Annual Enrollment Period 2022 Sometimes referred to as the Annual Election Period (or the AEP for short) or as the Medicare Open Enrollment Period, the Medicare Annual Enrollment period is the window of time that you are permitted to join, switch, or drop your Medicare coverage. This window is usually between October 15th and […]

    Margaret Huntley 10-15-2021
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    Medicare Open Enrollment 2022 Guide

    Your Comprehensive Guide to The Medicare Open Enrollment Period 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOkr1SWTTTI The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is for Medicare consumers to enroll, drop, or make changes to their Medicare coverage for the coming year.  You may also hear the terms: Medicare Annual Enrollment Period or Medicare Annual Election Period. These titles refer to the same […]

    Margaret Huntley 10-07-2022

Motorcycle Insurance

  • Most Dangerous Motorcycle Safety Myths

    The Biggest (and Most Dangerous) Motorcycle Safety Myths

    What Are The Most Dangerous Motorcycle Safety Myths It doesn’t matter if you’ve been a licensed motorcycle driver for days or years. Regardless of your level of experience, there are certain motorcycle myths that both riders of motorcycles, and those driving alongside them on busy roads, hear on repeat. Like many other myths, some are […]

    Lauren Lewthwaite 02-28-2023
  • Safest Place To Ride A Motorcycle Highway Or Streets

    Which is Safer for Motorcycles: Highways or the Streets?

    What Is The Safest Place To Ride A Motorcycle Highway Or Streets While being a driver of a motorcycle may be a lot more fun than being a driver of a car or truck, it’s also demonstrably less safe. This is because a lot of safety features of the car are simply absent in the […]

    Jessica Fox 02-28-2023
  • Safest Cities To Ride Motorcycle

    What Are the Safest Cities to Ride Your Motorbike?

    What Are The Safest Cities To Ride Motorcycle? Let’s say you’ve saved up enough money to finally do that cross-country travel you always dreamed of, and you’re wondering: what are the safest cities to ride your motorbike? Even if you’ve been traveling within your city confidently for quite some time that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll […]

    Hollay Ghadery 02-28-2023
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    How Motorcycle Insurance Has Your Back (and Your Friend’s Back Too!)

    Motorcycle Insurance in the Event of an Accident Insurance acts as a financial safety net in all kinds of situations. It can help you if your bike is vandalized, stolen, or damaged in an accident. However, the amount of coverage you have will determine how many situations you are insured in, as well as the […]

    Margaret Huntley 02-28-2023