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Why ‘Social Inflation’ Is Boosting Bodily Injury Claims and What Insurers Must Do Next | Insurify

The number of car accidents and basic insurance claims has been falling in recent years. But one type of car insurance claim is moving in the opposite direction: bodily injury. Government regulators and insurance industry groups say the number of property damage, collision, and personal injury protection (PIP) claims has

Financial Well-Being Largely Guides How Americans Plan to Spend Their Tax Refund | Insurify

This year, most Americans plan to use their tax refund toward financial goals, including car insurance. In fact, an Insurify survey of 1,000 Americans who anticipate receiving a refund in 2026 found 41% of respondents have used their tax refund to pay for car insurance in the past. And

California Homeowners Could Face 16% Insurance Rate Jump in 2026, Report Says | Insurify

California’s home insurance costs have long been moderate, despite the state’s higher cost of living, largely because of its strict regulatory environment. Still, the average cost of homeowners insurance rose 5% in the Golden State last year, and an even higher increase could be on the way in

Average Pet Insurance Rates as of April 2026 | Insurify

The average cost of pet insurance for cats and dogs held steady through March. As of April 5, the average monthly cost of pet insurance in the U.S. was $43 for dogs and $23 for cats, according to Insurify data. These rates are identical to the national averages for

Average Car Insurance Rates as of March 2026 | Insurify

Car insurance rates have continued declining throughout 2026. In February, the national average rate for full-coverage car insurance fell from $178 per month to $177, according to Insurify data. The national average liability rate fell from $100 to $99. Average cost of car insurance by state as of March

The Most ‘Affordable’ Cities for First-Time Homebuyers Redefine Affordability | Insurify

Many would-be homebuyers have heard of the 30% rule, which advises them not to spend more than 30% of their gross income on housing. But in today’s housing market, rising values and nearly stagnant household incomes have made achieving that ideal impossible for many buyers. Insurify’s analysis

Drivers With Bad Credit Pay 40% More for Car Insurance — And Think They’re Getting a Good Deal | Insurify

The cost of car insurance fell in 2025, but the average full-coverage premium is still up 42% in the past four years. As the cost of living rises, many Americans are taking steps to cut back on expenses. But they may be overlooking opportunities to pare down their car