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Average Car Insurance Costs for 21-Year Old Drivers
A full coverage policy costs $312 per month for a 21-year-old man. In comparison, a 21-year-old woman pays $292 per month for the same... Read More
How to Get Motorcycle Insurance Online
Most motorcycle insurance companies let you get a quote through a simple online form. Before you begin, it's important to gather details... Read More
Average Car Insurance Costs for 22-Year-Olds
The average car insurance cost for a 22-year-old male is $285 per month for full coverage. A 22-year-old woman pays around $272 per month... Read More
How to Deal with Insurance Adjusters
When you file an insurance claim, you'll have to work with the adjuster your homeowners insurance provider sends to examine your property.... Read More
When and How to Cancel Car Insurance
Policyholders can cancel their car insurance by calling their insurer, sending a written notice of cancellation or requesting help from a... Read More
The Best Landlord Insurance Companies
Allstate has the best landlord insurance overall, thanks to its comprehensive, customizable... Read More
Snowmobile Insurance: What Does It Cost?
Snowmobile insurance costs $180 per year, or $15 per month, on average. The price depends on the model of your vehicle, your policy's... Read More
Average Car Insurance Costs for 19-Year-Olds
The average cost of car insurance for a 19-year-old with their own policy is $391 per month for full coverage. Travelers offers the... Read More
How to Make a Home Inventory for Insurance
It might be difficult to make a list of your home's inventory after you suffer property damage. It would be even harder to know what you... Read More
Natural Disaster Insurance: What Does It Cover?
Typical homeowners policies offer a wide range of coverage for natural disasters, but they won't cover common ones like floods and... Read More
Car Insurance for Disabled Drivers and Passengers
It is illegal for insurers to charge disabled drivers and passengers higher rates for car insurance solely based on their disability.... Read More
What is Moving Insurance? How Much Does it Cost?
Moving insurance covers you if your stuff is damaged, lost or stolen during a move. You don't have to buy a policy, but it can be a good... Read More
Managing Editor
Ben Breiner is the Managing Editor of ValuePenguin/LendingTree's insurance vertical. He oversees a team of writers who focus on guiding readers through the rigors of home and auto coverage. He still loves that moment when the words fall together and he can translate an intimidating topic so a reader can make the best choice.
Ben got involved in insurance in 2021 when he joined ValuePenguin. He moved up from writer to editor and watched the team grow to expand the ways it helps consumers. Before that, he spent a decade as a sportswriter for newspapers in the Southeast and Midwest.
Ben had to put off buying his first car because of high insurance rates, so he's keenly aware how the wrong policy can get in the way of your goals. He should've shopped around and looked to the experts.
Insurance tip
Always keep an eye out for insurance you can load up on at a low price. A lot more liability coverage won't break the bank and protects your hard-earned assets.
Expertise
- Car insurance
- Home insurance
- Renters insurance
Education
- BA, Economics and Journalism, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Editorial Note: The content of this article is based on the author’s opinions and recommendations alone. It has not been previewed, commissioned or otherwise endorsed by any of our network partners.
