Top 5 States with the Priciest Pet Insurance – Is California One of Them?

Angela Linders
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California’s New Pet Insurance Law: What’s Happening and Why It’s Costing You More California’s new pet insurance law, SB 1217, is shaking things up. It’s meant to protect pet owners, but it’s also hitting their wallets. Big time. If you’ve noticed your premiums skyrocketing, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down. What’s SB 1217 All About? SB 1217 is California’s latest attempt to regulate the pet insurance industry. It’s all about transparency and consumer protection. Sounds good, right? But here’s the catch: it’s also making pet insurance more expensive. The law…

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What Louisiana Drivers Need to Know About the New Speed and Insurance Laws

Marc
New Insurance Law in August

Big Changes Coming to Louisiana: Speed Cameras and Auto Insurance Laws Get a Makeover Starting August 1, Louisiana’s got some new rules. And they’re shaking things up. Speed cameras? Mostly gone. Auto insurance? Big changes there too. Let’s break it down. Speed Cameras: Mostly Out, But Not Everywhere Speed cameras have been a hot topic for years. Love ’em or hate ’em, they’re about to disappear from most Louisiana roads. The new law bans them statewide—except in school zones and at red-light intersections. Why? Critics say they’re just money-makers. A…

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What to Know Before You Hit the Road and Sign the Loan

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Quick tips before signing a car loan

Buying a car is exciting—shiny paint, that new car smell, and the thrill of hitting the road. But before you take off, there are a few things to sort out. Let’s just say the paperwork might not be as fun as the test drive, but it’s just as important. Whether you’re shopping for your first ride or upgrading to something better, understanding what you’re signing and how to protect your vehicle will save you a lot of stress. These tips will help you stay in control and feel confident from…

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Who Pays for Disaster? The Fallout from Hawaii Wildfire Settlement

H. Cutner
who pays for wildfire settlement?

Hawaii’s Wildfire Settlement: Why Insurers Are Fuming Insurance companies aren’t happy. Not one bit. The $4.04 billion Maui wildfire settlement, signed into law by Governor Josh Green, has left them frustrated, concerned, and, frankly, a little nervous. Why? Let’s break it down. The Money: Where It’s Coming From First, let’s be clear: this money isn’t coming from insurance companies. The $4.04 billion settlement fund is being paid by seven defendants, including Hawaiian Electric, the State of Hawaii, the County of Maui, Kamehameha Schools, Charter Communications/Spectrum, Hawaiian Telcom, and West Maui Land Co.…

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Kentucky Auto Insurance Gets a Makeover: What It Means for You

Marc
Kentucky Auto Insurance

What Kentucky’s New Auto Insurance Regulation Means for Drivers The Kentucky Department of Insurance (DOI) has shaken up how auto insurance companies determine the value of wrecked or damaged vehicles. This might not seem like the most thrilling news, but if you’re a Kentucky driver, it’ll likely impact you if you file a claim. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changed, how it used to work, and what it all means for policyholders. What Was the System Before? Before this new rule, insurers had to turn to valuation guides by the…

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“Insurance Poor”: The Silent Crisis Draining American Wallets

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Someone Insurance Poor

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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