Used car prices soar as demand for limited inventory grows, report says
Used car prices have softened recently but remain significantly higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent Edmunds report.
Insurers face new minefield in climate activists’ war on oil and gas industry
Companies that insure the U.S. LNG industry are facing more pressure from climate activists, which could backfire on consumers.
Federal appeals court considers workaround to judge's ruling blocking an Obamacare coverage mandate
DOJ argues that "enormous harms" will be done to Obamacare recipients if the appellate court upholds a ruling blocking preventative health mandates.
Gas prices hold steady despite surge in demand for domestic gasoline: AAA
Gas prices decreased slightly for the week ending May 8, AAA said. Despite an increase in gasoline demand, fluctuating oil prices have limited increases at the pump.
Attorneys general warning on ESG policies prompt insurance companies to leave climate alliance
Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the attorneys general warning insurance companies over ESG policies and the urgency to pass the Halt Fentanyl Act.
Flood insurance costs have risen for more than half of policies: FEMA
FEMA has released new data showing how flood insurance premiums have changed since the implementation of its new Risk Rating 2.0 methodology. Here’s what you need to know.
Gas prices stay neutral to kick off summer, but there's a chance for a decrease in the forecast: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon stayed steady at $3.57, as demand for gas and oil prices fell, even as more than 37 million Americans drove to their holiday destinations on the holiday weekend, AAA said.
California is killing another industry that families need
State Farm will no longer sell home-insurance policies in California. The decision follows a similar call by GEICO, which closed all sales centers in the state last year.
These two factors could be driving your car insurance costs up
Your safe driving record isn't the only thing your auto insurers are looking at when it comes to determining rate – they are also factoring in your credit score and where you live, a recent report said.
Your home may not be insurance ready for an active hurricane season, survey says
Homeowners worry about hurricanes more than almost any other extreme weather event, behind only earthquakes, but may not be adequately insured for the damages these storms do to homes, according to a National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC)survey.
State Farm ceasing new applications in California for property insurance, other policies
State Farm said it will no longer accept new applications for personal and business, and personal lines property coverage.
Major Massachusetts health insurer victim of ransomware attack, members information potentially compromised
Point32Health, one of the largest health insurers in Massachusetts, is the victim of a recent ransomware attack. The information of members may have been compromised in the attack.
Shopping for cheaper insurance hits a new high as Americans seek relief from rising rates: J.D. Power
The rate at which drivers were given new auto insurance quotes increased by 13.1% in the first quarter of 2023 – the highest rate since June 2021. And the switch rate increased by 4.1%, according to J.D. Power report.
Demand for used cars likely to grow as consumer seek affordability: Edmunds
Demand for more affordable cars is growing as high-interest rates and more expensive purchase prices are putting buying a new vehicle out of reach for many consumers, according to a recent Edmunds report.
Gas prices decrease amid market uncertainty: AAA
Average gas prices dipped to $3.53 per gallon for the week ending May 11, 2023, AAA reported. The low cost of oil has kept gas prices on the decline despite a rise in gas demand, AAA said.
Manchin joins 37 Republicans to oppose Biden rule on climate data collection for insurance industry
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin joined Republicans to urge the Biden administration to cease pushing an "unrealistic environmental agenda" on the insurance industry.
Auto insurers plan further rate increases this year – Here's how you can get costs under control
Progressive and Allstate have already signaled that they plan to keep increasing their auto insurance rates this year.
Company offers cash for couch potato willing to binge-watch all 10 'Fast and the Furious' movies
Fans of the "Fast and the Furious" movie franchise can earn $1,000 from binge-watching the films and tracking all of the car accidents for the website FinanceBuzz.
Fed doubles down on the fight against inflation, raises rates another 25 basis points
The Federal Reserve announced another 25 basis point interest rate increase bringing the federal funds rate to a targeted range of 5% to 5.25%, the highest level in 15 years.
American homeowners worry most about these three things
Rising interest rates, insurance premiums and the growing risk of climate change are top challenges homeowners said they worry about, according to a recent Insurify report.