Resources for smarter insurance decisions - Page 35

The data shows 60.7% of consumers would search online for an insurance company's reputation to pay claims.

Clearsurance survey finds that 50% of consumers would buy insurance online

While many consumers still want to buy insurance through an agent, findings showed nearly 75% of consumers would trust independent online insurance reviews.

by Stacy Varney on Jun 14, 2017

A majority of consumers haven't read online reviews about insurance.

Survey: Do Insurance Reviews Change Buying Behaviors?

Insurance reviews make a difference in consumers’ buying behavior for a wide range of reasons and many report trusting them as much as personal recommendations.

by Todd Kozikowski on Jun 14, 2017

Should I buy rental car insurance?

Generally speaking, if you are driving a rental car for personal use, not commercial use, your own car insurance policy should transfer to the rental car if the rental car is of similar value to your personal car.

by Andrea Keyo on Jun 06, 2017

A tornado swirls over a suburban neighborhood.

Tips for tornado season: avoid a homeowners insurance claim

Do you live in a tornado-prone area? Understand what that means for you and learn about tips to prepare your home to avoid homeowners insurance claims.

by Daniel S. Young on May 31, 2017

A pair of young kids float in a swimming pool.

Does homeowners insurance cover your swimming pool? (2025 Coverage Answers)

Does homeowners insurance cover pools? Learn more about pool requirements and insurance costs as having a pool can increase your premiums by 10-50%.

by Daniel S. Young on May 29, 2017

A man holding a blue umbrella walks along a beach with his daughter.

When is homeowners insurance not enough? Do I need umbrella insurance?

The most basic way to describe umbrella coverage is that it is extra liability coverage. If there are damages involved in an accident — either at your home, or in a vehicle — that exceed the limits of your policy, you are responsible for them out of pocket without umbrella insurance.

by Daniel S. Young on May 26, 2017

A pair of young kids ride in the backseat of the car.

A practical guide for understanding car insurance

This car insurance guide from Clearsurance will help you understand all of the different car insurance coverages and what they mean.

by Andrea Keyo on May 19, 2017

How Grills and BBQs Affect Your Home Insurance in 2025 (Rates & Exclusions)

Discover how grills and BBQs affect your home insurance, with rates from $74 per month. Safeguard your home from fire risks caused by grills and BBQs today.

by Daniel S. Young on May 16, 2017

Personal property riders: improve your homeowners insurance

Considering adding a personal property rider to your homeowners insurance policy? Learn what a rider is and its affect on your valuables and insurance policy.

by Daniel S. Young on May 16, 2017

Home improvement projects and your homeowners insurance policy

You finally commit to a home improvement project, but how will your homeowners insurance be affected? To ensure your homeowners policy reflects the improvements or upgrades, you should take pictures of the work that was done and update your policy.

by Daniel S. Young on May 10, 2017

Clearsurance, LLC Hires Stacy Varney as Chief Marketing Officer

Clearsurance hires Stacy Varney as the Chief Marketing Officer, taking on a leadership role as it builds its insurance company reviews and rating platform.

by Clearsurance Staff on May 02, 2017

Avoid losing on a home insurance claim — prepare a home inventory

Creating a comprehensive list of all the items in your home is the best way to ensure your belongings will be properly covered on your homeowners insurance policy. While making a home inventory can be a tedious process, you can make more enjoyable by gamifying it.

by Daniel S. Young on Apr 24, 2017

Two young kids jump on a trampoline in the back yard.

Does homeowners insurance cover my trampoline?

Not all homeowners insurance policies cover trampolines. Some insurance companies may require that the trampoline be surrounded by a net or enclosed within a fenced-in property. Do you know what to ask your homeowners insurance company before purchasing a trampoline?

by Andrea Keyo on Apr 17, 2017

A man scrolls through a webpage on a tablet.

A practical guide for understanding renters insurance

Purchasing renters insurance? This Clearsurance guide to renters insurance explains what your policy covers, deductibles, and how you can save on your premium.

by Andrea Keyo on Mar 27, 2017

How to Choose the Best Car Insurance Company in 2025 (Follow These 3 Steps)

Unsure how to choose the best car insurance company? Start by researching which companies match your needs. Car insurance rates start at $40/mo. Learn more.

by Laura Gunn on Feb 20, 2017

6 Tips we learned after filing an car insurance claim

After experiencing a car accident, the auto insurance claim process can sometimes be just as painful. Check out these 6 tips to filing a car insurance claim to help make the claims process easier.

by Andrea Keyo on Feb 18, 2017

Chic Spotlight: Clearsurance

Clearsurance is the first ever ‘Yelp’ for auto, home, and renter’s insurance — leveling the playing field between big insurance and consumers.

by Alison Tobin on Feb 13, 2017

Allstate safe driving bonus check commercial

3 Important questions the insurance commercials don’t answer

Car insurance covers property damage to the car if it has been in an accident, but commercials typically don’t talk about what happens if someone is injured.

by Alison Tobin on Feb 13, 2017

Save Money by Comparing Insurance Quotes

Almost there! Couple of quick questions