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Risky Phone Behavior Behind the Wheel Historically Soars on Mother’s Day
1 min. read|May 5, 2025
15% Spike in Home Insurance Rates on the Way for Minnesotans, Report Predicts
2 min. read|April 29, 2025
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Extend National Flood Insurance Program Before September Deadline
2 min. read|April 29, 2025
Iowa Homeowners Could See 19% Spike in Home Insurance Rates, Report Predicts
2 min. read|April 29, 2025
California May Limit How Insurers Can Use Aerial Photos of Policyholders’ Homes
2 min. read|April 28, 2025
New York May Limit Use of Credit Info for Car Insurance Ratings and Renewals
2 min. read|April 28, 2025
Are ‘Frivolous’ Lawsuits Contributing to Record-High Insurance Rates in Louisiana?
3 min. read|April 17, 2025
Insights and Analysis
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Report: Drivers Grapple With 9% Increase in Car Ownership Costs in 2023
Car ownership costs an average of $4,695 annually in 2023, a 9% increase since the year before. Rising insurance and maintenance costs are primary drivers behind this increase.
November 8, 2023
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Investigation: Did TikTok’s Kia Challenge Cause a 55% Spike in Insurance Rates?
TikTok’s Kia Challenge probably isn’t to blame for insurance rate hikes. Inflation and rising car repair costs are the more likely culprits behind increases.
November 28, 2023
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Analysis: Electric Car vs Gas Car Costs
Tesla cuts contribute to falling EV prices, but electric models are still too expensive. Cost concerns are a deterrent for 70% of potential EV buyers.
December 10, 2023
Home Insurance News
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15% Spike in Home Insurance Rates on the Way for Minnesotans, Report Predicts
Tariffs on construction materials could further increase home insurance premiums, driving up reconstruction costs as severe storms drop hail on Minnesota homes.
2 min. read|April 29, 2025
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Bipartisan Bill Aims to Extend National Flood Insurance Program Before September Deadline
Lawmakers move to break a years-long cycle of short-term extensions for FEMA’s flood insurance program, providing stability for millions of American homeowners.
2 min. read|April 29, 2025
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Iowa Homeowners Could See 19% Spike in Home Insurance Rates, Report Predicts
Iowa ranks No. 3 on Insurify’s list of states where home insurance premiums are rising the fastest.
2 min. read|April 29, 2025
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California May Limit How Insurers Can Use Aerial Photos of Policyholders’ Homes
Some companies have used ‘flawed aerial imagery’ to cancel or non-renew policies, state’s top insurance regulator says
2 min. read|April 28, 2025
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Are ‘Frivolous’ Lawsuits Contributing to Record-High Insurance Rates in Louisiana?
Legal-reform advocates are urging Louisiana residents to write to their representatives demanding legal reforms to prevent escalating costs.
3 min. read|April 17, 2025
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NY State Weighs New Hurricane Deductible Regulations
New York homeowners may soon get more clarity and protections on hurricane deductibles for property insurance.
2 min. read|April 15, 2025
Auto Insurance News
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Risky Phone Behavior Behind the Wheel Historically Soars on Mother’s Day
Drivers make more handheld phone calls and interact with their phones significantly more on Mother’s Day than on other Sundays in the year, according to a new study by Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT).
1 min. read|May 5, 2025
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New York May Limit Use of Credit Info for Car Insurance Ratings and Renewals
The new bill would prohibit insurers from using credit information as a determining factor when issuing and underwriting car insurance.
2 min. read|April 28, 2025
Distracted Driving Is Down, But More Drivers Engage in the Riskiest Distractions
Nearly one-third of vehicle crashes occur within one minute of a driver interacting with their phone, a new report finds.
3 min. read|April 14, 2025
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Minnesota Considers ‘Lifeline’ Car Insurance Program for Low-Income Drivers
The bill creating the Minnesota Lifeline Insurance Program would have to gain bipartisan support to get a floor vote for final approval.
3 min. read|April 14, 2025
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Average Car Insurance Rates as of April 2025 | Insurify
The overall national average cost of car insurance rose slightly in March to $150 per month.
3 min. read|April 8, 2025
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Florida Legislators Weigh Second Attempt to Repeal No-Fault Car Insurance Laws
House and Senate committees are reviewing a bill to repeal no-fault insurance. If passed, 18 million drivers would need more coverage. Learn more.
2 min. read|March 30, 2025
Pet Insurance News
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Average Pet Insurance Rates as of April 2025 | Insurify
The monthly national average cost of pet insurance decreased slightly to $23 for cats and $43 for dogs.
3 min. read|April 15, 2025
Average Pet Insurance Rates as of March | Insurify
The national average cost of pet insurance held for cats at $24 per month but decreased to $44 per month for dogs.
3 min. read|March 12, 2025
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Average Pet Insurance Rates as of February 2025 | Insurify
The national average cost of pet insurance stands at $45 per month for dogs and $24 per month for cats.
3 min. read|February 26, 2025
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24% and 31.6% Rate Hikes on the Way for Pet Parents With American Home Insurance
Californians with pet insurance coverage through American Home will soon see their rates soar.
1 min. read|February 4, 2025
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33% Rate Hike on the Way for AXIS Pet Insurance Policyholders in New York
Increase will boost base rate for premiums by more than $70 annually for cats and $150 for dogs.
2 min. read|February 2, 2025
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Latest Pet Insurance News
Latest pet insurance news, insights, and trends.
January 30, 2025
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NY Governor’s Veto Leaves Pet Insurers Off Leash
A bill that would have regulated insurers, set industry standards in the state, and required greater transparency from insurers is dead — for now. Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed the bill on Nov. 22, after both the state Senate and Assembly had unanimously passed it.
2 min. read|December 18, 2024
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Vet Clinic Pet Insurance Coordinators May Be a Prescription for More Coverage and Healthier Pets
Pet health insurance may be less common than health insurance for humans, but it’s often every bit as complicated. A handful of U.S. veterinary hospitals have begun offering help — dedicated pet insurance coordinators — the Veterinary Information Network (VIN) reports.
2 min. read|November 3, 2024
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Lemonade Set to Hike Pet Insurance Rates in California
More than 57,000 pet owners will see their pet insurance premiums rise sharply following the California Department of Insurance’s approval of substantial rate increases for Lemonade pet insurance policies.
1 min. read|September 26, 2024
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New York Moves to Regulate Pet Insurance Industry in the State
New York legislators have passed a bill that establishes standards for pet insurers operating in the state. Learn more.
3 min. read|July 31, 2024
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Nationwide May Drop 100K Pet Insurance Policies
Nationwide, one of the largest U.S. pet insurers, says high veterinary costs are spurring underwriting changes and plan availability in some states.
2 min. read|June 3, 2024
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Two Large California Pet Insurers Set to Hike Rates in 2024
More than 84,000 California pet owners could see double-digit rate increases for their pet insurance coverage this year.
2 min. read|May 14, 2024
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Florida Mulls Bill to Leash Pet Insurance Providers
Faced with the highest home insurance premiums in the country, Floridians may not be giving much thought to escalating pet insurance costs and potential pitfalls. But some state lawmakers are.
2 min. read|March 13, 2024
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