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How to not drown in rising flood insurance premiums
How to not drown in rising flood insurance premiums Insurance September 12th, 2018
With Hurricane Florence bearing down on the Southeast, the latest projections show the storm could cause more than $170 billion…
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Ask Clark: How does vision insurance work? Insurance September 11th, 2018
More and more of us have vision insurance through our employer, but this is one "insurance" policy that's less than…
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When paying cash for prescriptions beats using insurance Health August 22nd, 2018
It's usually taken on faith by health care consumers that you can save big money on prescriptions when using your…
The one thing people hide from long-term care insurers could drive prices even higher
The one thing people hide from long-term care insurers could drive prices even higher Insurance August 8th, 2018
As if long-term care insurance (LTC) wasn't already expensive enough, the industry is bracing for costs to be driven higher…
Renting out your home or car comes with insurance hassles
Renting out your home or car comes with insurance hassles Insurance August 8th, 2018
Renting out your home or car for extra cash could leave you in a lot of financial hot water with…
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Ask Clark: What should you do when your term life insurance rates skyrocket? Insurance August 3rd, 2018
When consumers have financial problems in their lives, they turn to a trusted source for information like Clark.com. Such was…
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New rankings: The best auto insurance companies in your part of the country Insurance July 31st, 2018
Ever heard the saying "All real estate is local?" It means that market conditions are specific to wherever you are.…
6 Kinds of Insurance You Can Stop Wasting Money On
6 Kinds of Insurance You Can Stop Wasting Money On Insurance July 24th, 2018
You can get insurance on almost anything — computers, phones, trips, your identity, your credit and even home warranties! But should…
3 cheaper alternatives to cell phone insurance through your carrier
3 cheaper alternatives to cell phone insurance through your carrier Mobile & Electronics July 11th, 2018
Cell phone insurance policies say they'll protect you if your phone is lost, stolen or broken”¦but will they really? Read…
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Fabric: A new way to buy life insurance starting at $6 a month Insurance July 10th, 2018
Has the tapestry of your life grown to include children or a spouse who depends on you financially? Then it's…
702(j) plans: The “retirement plan” that needs to retire!
702(j) plans: The “retirement plan” that needs to retire! Insurance June 29th, 2018
Have you heard about the secret retirement plan called a 702(j) that the government supposedly doesn't want you to know…
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Your credit score could impact how much you pay for life insurance Insurance June 18th, 2018
As if we needed any additional barriers to people getting the life insurance coverage they need, your credit history has…
How to see your secret ‘health credit report’ files
How to see your secret ‘health credit report’ files Insurance June 18th, 2018
Almost everyone knows that you have a credit report that monitors the health of your finances. But do you know…
Choosing the right insurance for you and your family
Choosing the right insurance for you and your family Car Insurance June 13th, 2018
Click here to learn more about Matthew Quinlan. Portable Level Term Life Insurance  Each spouse needs to consider what their income needs…
Trip insurance guide: Everything you need to know
Clark’s trip and travel insurance guide Travel June 11th, 2018
Trip insurance is something I get so many questions about and there seems to be much confusion surrounding it. The…
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Should you get car insurance through your credit union? Insurance June 8th, 2018
If you're a credit union customer, you may get a solicitation in the mail saying that you're paying too much…
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4 secret Medicare savings programs you should know about Health May 18th, 2018
Having trouble paying your Part A and Part B premiums for in-hospital stays and outpatient visits, respectively? There are several…
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How to shop for term life insurance Insurance May 9th, 2018
A lot of people shy away from life insurance simply because they don't understand it. But it's time to change…
How to save money on dental care
How to save money on dental care Insurance April 10th, 2018
As we move closer to open enrollment, it's time to give some thought to your dental plan. Some 64% of…
Life insurance: Your 7 most common questions answered
Life insurance: Your 7 most common questions answered Insurance March 9th, 2018
A new report from life insurance research group LIMRA finds that only some 87 million households have any kind of…
3 Simple Money Moves To Make This Year
3 Simple Money Moves To Make This Year Money & Credit March 9th, 2018
As we welcome 2018, it's a great time to do a look-see ahead and make sure your finances are in…
How your auto insurance and credit score are linked
Even the safest drivers are getting hit with skyrocketing car insurance costs: Here’s what you can do about it Car Insurance March 6th, 2018
The next time you get an auto insurance renewal notice in the mail, be prepared for sticker shock! According to…
The worst thing you can do after an accident
The worst thing you can do after an accident Insurance March 6th, 2018
When you're in a fender bender, what's the one thing you shouldn't do post-accident? Not surprisingly, it involves social media!…
4 hidden factors that help determine your auto insurance premiums
4 hidden factors that help determine your auto insurance premiums Insurance February 20th, 2018
In the continuation of a disturbing trend, your driving record is becoming less and less relevant to setting your auto…
9 things most people forget about when buying disability insurance
9 things most people forget about when buying disability insurance Insurance January 11th, 2018
Throughout your working lifetime, you are three times more likely to become disabled than you are to die before age…
9 ways to spend your remaining FSA dollars
9 ways to spend your remaining FSA dollars Insurance January 10th, 2018
Do you still have money left in your Flexible Spending Arrangement (or Flexible Spending Account/FSA) and a grace period for…
The $15 insurance policy all renters need
The $15 insurance policy all renters need Insurance September 20th, 2017
More than one in three of us now rent a home instead of owning, according to the National Multifamily Housing…
Downpayment Insurance: What Is It and Do You Need It?
Downpayment Insurance: What Is It and Do You Need It? Insurance September 20th, 2017
You can get insurance on almost anything — computers, phones, trips, your identity, your credit, your pets — and even…
Auto insurance market share war could drive down rates
Auto insurance market share war could drive down rates Cars September 19th, 2017
A brewing market share war in the auto insurance industry could drive down the cost of insurance at a time…
What role does credit play in setting car insurance premiums?
What role does credit play in setting car insurance premiums? Insurance September 19th, 2017
I've long suggested you shop your insurance when it comes up for renewal. But most people don't get around to…