Home Insurance
News, insights and expert analysis on home insurance from the team at Kiplinger.
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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
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Homeowners Insurance CompaniesThe results of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best homeowners insurance company category.
By Rachael Green
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The 1% Deductible Rule to Avoid Overpaying for Home InsuranceYou could be overpaying for home insurance if your deductible is too low. But going too high can be just as risky. That's where the 1% deductible rule comes in.
By Rachael Green
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9 Things You'll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit BoxSafe Storage Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
By Bob Niedt
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Are You Committing Insurance Fraud Without Realizing It?More Americans commit insurance fraud than you might think, and many don't even know they're doing it.
By Ben Demers
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Should You Get Earthquake Insurance?Your home insurance doesn’t cover earthquakes, but paying extra for earthquake insurance isn’t just for Californians.
By Rachael Green
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Mortgage Rates in 2026 Predicted to Drop: These 3 Signals Tell You It's Time to BuyReal Estate Taxes April's rate volatility is just the tip of the iceberg. See how your freshly filed tax return and shifting property taxes could dictate home affordability this spring.
By Kate Schubel
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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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How and When to Switch Home Insurance for the Best Coverage at the Best PriceWhen loyalty discounts aren't enough, learn how to switch home insurance, compare providers and secure the best deal.
By Dori Zinn
