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Auto and Vehicles

Can someone else drive my car?

Discover what happens if someone else drives your car and gets into an accident.

Residence

How to prevent pipes from freezing

Consider these ideas to help prevent frozen pipes — and what you might try if they do freeze.

Auto and Vehicles

Obtain an electronic proof of insurance card

You can keep rummaging through your glove compartment. Or you can choose a better option: a digital insurance card.

Auto and Vehicles

Can you really save if you choose to bundle insurance?

It’s more than likely. And savings aren’t the only advantage of bundling insurance.

Residence

How do I know how much renters insurance to buy?

Tips to help choose accurate, appropriate limits for your personal property and liability coverage.

Auto and Vehicles

What to do when you hit a deer

Even if you're a vigilant driver, auto-deer collisions can happen. Learn what to do next.

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Residence

What are the different types of insurance?

You've probably heard of car insurance, homeowners insurance and life insurance. Learn about coverage options for these and other types of policies.

Auto and Vehicles

The benefits of having an insurance agent

An insurance agent can help explain the different types of insurance, identify options that may align with your individual needs and more.

Auto and Vehicles

What is rental car coverage and how does it work?

Understand your coverage before buying insurance for rental cars.

Auto and Vehicles

How is car insurance calculated?

Learn how car insurance is calculated, what factors affect your rates and what you can do to help lower costs.

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Family

How long can kids stay on parent’s insurance?

Shifting the insurance responsibility to young adults is a significant milestone. Learn when a child can transition from their parent’s insurance to their own.

Family

When to buy pet insurance for cats and dogs

When is considered the best time to get pet insurance? Is pet insurance worth it for older pets? Here’s what to know.

Life Insurance

Borrowing against life insurance: What to know

Learn about the ins and outs of borrowing against a life insurance policy, how it works and factors that might influence whether it’s the right choice for you.

Small Business

How to grow your small business

Once you’ve opened your small business, the next step towards future success is growth. With these resourceful tips, find ways to help grow your business.

Calculators

These calculators may bring you more confidence with your financial decisions.

Auto and Vehicles

Calculate your car depreciation

Determine how your vehicle’s value can change over the time you own it by using this estimation tool.

Auto and Vehicles

Tips to help decide which auto loan might be the better deal

Purchasing a car? Here's a car loan calculator to help you compare and decide which loan may be best for you.

Auto and Vehicles

Calculate whether to buy or lease a car

Enter the details of the purchase and lease options to help decide if buying or leasing a car is right for you.

Auto and Vehicles

Should I finance a car or pay cash for it?

This auto calculator could help you find out what might be the best move for you.

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