Home Insurance
News, insights and expert analysis on home insurance from the team at Kiplinger.
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5 DIY Home Security Upgrades That Lower Insurance CostsBoost home security with these five DIY upgrades — some may even qualify for a home insurance discount.
By Paige Cerulli
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How Much Does Flood Insurance Cost in 2026?Flood insurance costs are rising, but there are several ways to save. Learn what factors affect your flood insurance premiums and how to reduce your costs.
By Paige Cerulli
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10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in FloridaAn overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
By Bob Niedt
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How to Run a Home Insurance CheckupIf you don't have sufficient coverage, your out-of-pocket costs in a claim could be through the roof.
By Ella Vincent
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Should You Get Home or Car Insurance Through Costco?Costco car and home insurance policies offer many perks for Costco members, including discounts and extra coverage options for more protection.
By Paige Cerulli
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The Best Thing About Having Insurance? Not Needing to Use ItAn insurance policy isn't a lottery ticket — it's a contract that acts as a backstop against disaster, which is why the best claim is the one you never have.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS
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You May Be Overcharged for Home and Car Insurance, Study Says. Here's What to Do About It.Insurance companies are charging $150 billion more than they should be for home and car insurance every year, according to a new study.
By Rachael Green
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8 Surprising Things Home Insurance Doesn't CoverYour home insurance protects you from a lot, but not from these eight common threats.
By Alexandra Twin
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Would Illinois's New Insurance Law Help or Hurt Your Wallet?Illinois is on the verge of passing new consumer protection laws, but the insurance industry says it's bad news.
By Rachael Green
