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News, insights and expert analysis on home insurance from the team at Kiplinger.
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I'm an Insurance Expert: This Is How Your Insurance Protects You While You're on Vacation
Here are three key things to consider about your insurance (auto, property and health) when traveling within the U.S., including coverage for rental cars, personal belongings and medical emergencies.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS
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A Meteorite May Have Hit a Home in Georgia. Would Insurance Cover the Damage?
In a rare event, a meteorite may have crashed through the roof of a Georgia homeowner. Here’s what home insurance would cover.
By Rachael Green
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How to Stay Safe During Summer Storms: What to Know About Lightning Risks
Learn how to protect your home, electronics, and personal safety from lightning strikes this summer — plus what your insurance might cover.
By Paige Cerulli
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‘Storm Chaser’ Scammers Are Targeting Natural Disaster Victims
Beware of storm chaser scammers who turn up after a natural disaster and attempt to take advantage of those impacted, the BBB says.
By Carla Ayers
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Is Your Home Disaster-Ready? An Insurance Expert's Guide to Preparing for Storms and Fires
Homeowners can take these steps to protect their properties from hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and hail, while also potentially reducing their insurance costs.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025 Results
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated brokers, wealth managers, banks and other financial providers. Find out which ones rose to the top.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Homeowners Insurance
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which homeowners' insurance company came out on top.
By Emma Patch
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I'm an Insurance Pro: How Not to Get Dumped by Your Insurance Agent
Your insurance agent or broker might show you the door if you do any of these five things. Being a good customer is about more than paying your bill on time.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS
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Four Things You Can Do If Your Home Insurance Is Canceled or Not Renewed
Don't panic — here's how to understand your notice, switch coverage and protect your home after a policy nonrenewal or cancellation.
By Ben Luthi
