Homeowners insurance costs much more annually for Black and Hispanic homeowners, report shows
Black and Hispanic consumers pay hundreds of dollars more on average each year in homeowners insurance premiums, according to a new
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Home and auto insurance companies earn record profits while consumers pay more and receive less coverage, report shows
Property and casualty insurance companies earned huge profits in 2025, driven by underwriting income and profits from investments, according to an
Inspector general’s reports show Medicare Advantage plans deny coverage for long-term care at high rates
It’s that time of year again. Advertisements for Medicare Advantage plans are flooding my mailbox and email. I’m even getting phone calls about the plans. And, every time I turn on the TV, there’s another ad about Medicare advantage, with infomercials to be tolerated, too.
Filing an insurance claim for an auto accident these days
On Tuesday, when I came out of Safeway after grocery shopping, a woman approached me and said she had scraped
What not to keep in your purse or wallet
Recently, I wrote an article on the problems with carrying a heavy purse. Another thing to consider is whether it’s
How to buy pet insurance
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California files legal action against State Farm after investigation finds mishandling of claims for the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires
State Farm significantly mishandled claims filed by survivors of the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, according to investigation by the California
Review your rights when you hear from a medical debt collector
A call from a debt collector about a bill from a healthcare provider can be stressful. The debt collection might
How to rent a car
It’s been years since I rented a car, so I’m researching the topic for a trip to Elms College in