News & Features Archives

February 2, 2011
Why More Home Buyers Are Getting a CLUE
More and more home buyers are asking sellers for CLUE reports before they buy.

January 11, 2011
6 Insurance Mistakes Job Seekers Should Avoid
If you're between jobs, avoiding these 6 common insurance mistakes will help you save money and maintain a solid financial safety net.

January 4, 2011
Mounting Health Care Costs Add to Auto Premium Increases
Skyrocketing health care costs are causing auto insurance premiums to rise. The relationship isn’t immediately apparent, but when you look, it's hard to ignore.

December 14, 2010
Home Insurance X-Factors: 5 Reasons You Could Be Paying Higher Rates Than Your Neighbor
Learn the 5 most common reasons you could be paying more for home insurance than others in your neighborhood.

December 1, 2010
Harsh Winter Weather Drives Up Auto Insurance Claims
Learn why there are more auto insurance claims during the winter months than during any other time of the year.

November 9, 2010
InsWeb's 2010 List of the Least and Most Expensive Vehicles to Insure
Check out InsWeb's 2010 list of the least and most expensive vehicles to insure. The number 1 least expensive vehicle? The Kia Sedona.

October 19, 2010
Stop Paying Too Much for Car Insurance: 5 Common Mistakes You Can Easily Avoid
Learn the five most common car insurance mistakes and how avoiding them could help you save big.

October 4, 2010
'Tis the Season for Severe Winter Storms
Severe winter storm season is upon us—make sure your home is adequately protected.

September 20, 2010
InsWeb's 2010 Male/Female Car Insurance Rate Index
Take a look at InsWeb's report on the difference in insurance costs for men and women.

September 8, 2010
Will Increase in Texting While Driving Drive Up Car Insurance Rates for All?
Texting while driving is quickly becoming a leading cause of distracted driving. Have auto insurers caught on?

August 24, 2010
Online Traffic School Can Keep Your Insurance Rates from Rising - As Long as You Do Your Homework
Attending traffic school online is a convenient way to keep a point off of your driving record, but it isn't as simple as you might think.

August 2, 2010
Insuring the Absurd
"Specialty" policies are available to just about anyone these days. But are they worth it?

How the Recession Is Driving Up Auto Insurance Costs
With high unemployment pulling millions of drivers from the road, auto accidents have dropped to near-record lows. So why aren’t auto insurance rates falling accordingly?

Could a ‘Fat Tax’ Heal Health Care Woes?
Many experts believe taxing unhealthy food will help stem mounting health care costs. But would a 'fat tax' really encourage Americans to eat healthier and slim down?

Dissatisfied With Your Home Insurance? You’re Not Alone
A J.D. Power survey found that homeowners are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with their home insurance policies.

Yes, Traffic Tickets Can Impact Life Insurance Rates
Did you know that your driving record matters when it comes to life insurance? That’s right—just a single traffic ticket could send your premium through the roof.

High Airfares, Low Gas Prices Driving Americans to the Road for the Holidays
With high airfare rates and low gas prices sending more Americans to the roadways, the already-treacherous holiday season has become one of the most dangerous times of the year for drivers.

How Dennis Heiskill Saved $372 Per Year on Car Insurance
With finances tight and bills piling up, Dennis Heiskill had already been planning to reduce his monthly expenses. So when he was ticketed for driving without a seatbelt late last month, he decided that car insurance was a perfect place to start.

Without a Home Insurance Rider, Are Your Valuables Really Covered?
Are your valuables covered with a standard home insurance policy? Make sure with a home insurance policy rider.

New Study - Average Family Spends $221,000 to Raise a Child
A study shows the average cost to raise a child is $221,000. Could your loved ones afford to raise your child if you passed away?

Parents: Time for a Back-to-School Insurance Review
Back-to-school time is a great time to review your car, home and health insurance needs.

Upgrading from a "Clunker" Requires a Car Insurance Upgrade
The "Cash for Clunkers" program is helping people purchase more fuel efficient vehicles. With those new cars comes the need for a new car insurance policy.

Can a Recession Be Good for Your Health?
Unemployment rates are up, consumer confidence is down, but things aren’t always as bad as they seem. Studies suggest that a recession can actually be good for your health.

Stopped Paying Your Insurance Bill? It Could Cost You
People don't realize that letting an insurance policy lapse can make it more difficult and costly to find insurance coverage down the road.

Stress of Wedding Planning Takes Toll on the Body
Wedding stress can cause health problems for brides. Learn ways to reduce wedding stress and stay healthy and save on your health insurance.

Home Insurance Costs Have Yet to Follow Home Prices Lower
Homeowners have not seen home insurance costs follow the same downward trend as home prices. Some experts say home insurance costs will likely remain about the same.

Does My Plan Cover Lipo? Plastic Surgery and Health Insurance
Does health insurance cover plastic surgery? What forms of plastic surgery does health insurance cover?

Rising Male Unemployment Highlights Women's Need for Life Insurance
Even when women serve as the primary breadwinner, most women don't think they need life insurance coverage. Women rely on a man's insurance policy, not realizing the family could be devastated should her income be lost.

Ford Bronco Owners Most Likely to Have DUIs on Record
Americans who own Ford Broncos have more DUIs, DWIs, and other alcohol-related violations in their past than owners of any other vehicle, according to InsWeb.com quote requests in the second half of 2008.

As Unemployment Rate Rises, Employer-Based Health Insurance No Longer an Option for Millions
With layoffs likely to continue, more Americans will be forced to look into non employer-based health insurance options.

Do Dog Breed Bans Really Reduce Bites?
Do laws banning large dog breeds like Rottweilers or pit bulls eliminate dog bites? Is better training needed or does large dog = aggressive dog?

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage Critical During a Recession
Some Americans are trying to save money by dropping their car insurance. To better protect yourself, make sure you have uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage.

Rates on Some Term Life Insurance Products Soon to Skyrocket
Due to the current economic state, rates on some term life insurance products could soon skyrocket.

Struggling Consumers Reduce Insurance Coverage to Cut Costs
Cutting back on insurance coverage may save money in the short-term, but is it a risk worth taking?

Auto Insurance Fraud on the Rise: Is the Economy to Blame?
Auto insurance fraud is on the rise, and so are the number of people who think auto insurance fraud is an acceptable practice.