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Major Auto Insurance Companies – What You Need to Know

Let's take a look at the major insurance companies that provide coverage for home, auto, and more.

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Where home prices have slowed the most — and one state where prices actually dropped

With the median home price hitting $300,000 for the first time ever last week, choosing your location wisely has never been so important when buying a house. Fortunately, according to new data, there are still a few U.S. locales where home prices are affordable — or even dropping.

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How to refinance to pay off a mortgage faster

There are many reasons that a refinance can help you improve your financial picture. And real financial security comes from having a home with no mortgage. Here’s how to pay off a mortgage faster.

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QUICK TIP: Are you paying for unnecessary car insurance?

Auto insurance is mandated by most states, but how much you actually buy beyond the minimum -- that's up to you.

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What Is Gap Insurance?

There are lots of different types of car insurance; some are more complete and comprehensive while others are more specialized or niche. Gap insurance is the latter type. Let’s go over what exactly gap insurance is and why you may need it in your insurance policy.

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How Can Violations Affect Your Auto Insurance?

Getting a huge fine with the traffic violation is financially straining enough. But your auto insurance can also become suddenly more expensive. Let’s go over how traffic violations can affect your auto insurance and what you can do in the event that this happens to you.

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Does Health Insurance Cover Alternative Medicine?

Alternative medicine is growing rapidly in popularity, but many of these treatments are still deemed “experimental” and insurance coverage varies widely among states and carriers.

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Types of Auto Insurance

Figuring out the kind of auto insurance you need for ideal coverage can be tricky if you don’t know what each type of coverage entails. Not every type of auto insurance provider offers every type of auto insurance plan. Let’s go over the major types of auto insurance providers will carry so you can choose an auto insurance plan that works best for you.

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5 Top Tips To Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

Making your home energy efficient is a worthy goal that every homeowner can achieve. We have tracked down the best in class in multiple categories, bringing you a range of possibilities and price points to fit different approaches and budgets.

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Second Careers for Adults Over 50

Tom was a 67 year-old retiree who at first enjoyed his new found freedom but Tom soon became bored. And he missed being around people. And a sense of purpose.

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