“Insurance Poor”: The Silent Crisis Draining American Wallets

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You’ve probably heard someone say it: “Every month, it’s like half my paycheck disappears into premiums. It’s exhausting.” That’s what it means to be insurance poor—a reality millions of Americans face every day. They’re stuck paying sky-high premiums for health, auto, home, and life insurance, leaving little to cover the rest of life’s essentials. How did we get here? And how many are stuck in this financial trap? The Numbers Don’t Lie Insurance costs are eating up more of our paychecks than ever before. Health insurance premiums alone have skyrocketed. According to recent…

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MetLife’s Big Surprise: A Dip in Group Life Premiums

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The first quarter of 2025 brought plenty of lifts and dips for the US life insurance market. But what caught everyone’s attention? MetLife Inc. — the giant of group life insurance — reported a steep drop in its premiums. Strange, right? For a leader with 25% of the market share, a 15.6% year-over-year decline feels… unexpected. Here’s the scoop, based on the S&P Analysis for US Life Insurance. The Shock Factor MetLife isn’t just any group life insurer. It’s the top dog. The big player. With $3.11 billion in direct…

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How to Weather the Storm of Minnesota Home Insurance Increases

Angela Linders
Minnesota Home Insurance Rates

Minnesota Retirees Brace for Rising Insurance Rates Retirement should mean relaxation, not financial headaches. But in Minnesota, rising homeowners insurance costs are becoming a major concern—especially for retirees on tight budgets. If you own a home, you’ve probably noticed your premiums creeping up. And, unfortunately, more hikes are on the way. The Numbers Don’t Lie Here’s the hard truth. Homeowners insurance in Minnesota already costs an average of $4,000 a year. That’s a big chunk of change. And according to Realtor.com, rates are expected to increase by 15% by the…

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The Surprising Truth About Auto Insurance in Safe Cities

Logan B.
Auto Insurance in Safe Cities

Why Brownsville’s Higher Insurance Rates Beat Boston’s Despite Safer Roads Brownsville, Texas. The safest city for drivers, according to Allstate’s report. Drivers here are involved in accidents far less frequently than most places. Then there’s Boston, Massachusetts. The city tops the list of riskiest places to drive, with an enviable collision rate of once every three years. Yet somehow, if you’re insuring your car, Brownsville drivers pay more. Yes—more. How can that be? It’s shocking, counterintuitive even, but it’s a perfect example of why auto insurance isn’t just about safe…

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Is Usage-Based Insurance For You? A Breakdown of Programs from USAA, State Farm, Allstate, and Progressive

Ester Adams
Usage-Based Insurance

Pay-as-you-drive insurance is taking over. These programs use technology to track mileage and driving behavior, rewarding safe, low-mileage drivers with discounts. USAA, State Farm, Allstate, and Progressive are the big players in this space. But how do their programs stack up? And are they as simple—and private—as they claim? Here’s a deep dive into how these programs work, where they’re offered, and who they’re best for. USAA SafePilot Miles USAA’s SafePilot Miles program targets military families, retirees, and anyone who drives less than 8,000 miles a year. Here’s how it…

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Fast or Fair? The Controversy Around Citizens Insurance Disputes

Ben Jones
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Citizens Insurance Faces Questions Over Dispute Resolution Process Citizens Property Insurance Corp., Florida’s biggest state-backed insurer, is now facing a lawsuit. Why? Some policyholders say the way the company settles disputes isn’t fair. Instead of regular courts, Citizens uses a system called the Division of Administrative Hearings, or DOAH. This process has plenty of supporters and critics. What’s actually happening? Let’s break down how it all works—and what it could mean for homeowners. A Different Way To Resolve Disputes Most insurance claims disputes wind up in regular courts, often bogged…

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Move Here, Save Thousands: The States That Make Insurance Affordable

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Looking to Save Big on Insurance? Maine and Idaho Might Be Your Ticket Ever heard of the “triple effect”? It’s what happens when a state offers lower costs across the three big insurance categories: health, auto, and homeowners. And guess what? Maine and Idaho are nailing it. These two states are quietly becoming the go-to spots for people looking to stretch their dollars without sacrificing quality of life. Think about it—insurance isn’t just a small line item in your budget. It’s a big deal. Health insurance, car insurance, and homeowners…

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