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Insurance basics

How insurance works, in four simple steps

Every policy — auto, home, health, or life — follows the same basic pattern. Once you know it, the fine print gets a lot easier to read.

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  1. 1

    You pay a premium

    A monthly, twice-yearly, or yearly price to keep the policy active.

  2. 2

    Something covered happens

    A fender-bender, a burst pipe, a doctor visit — whatever the policy lists.

  3. 3

    You pay your deductible

    Your share of the bill first, before the insurer starts paying.

  4. 4

    The insurer pays the rest

    Up to your coverage limit, minus anything the policy excludes.

Guides & articles

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Health6 min read

Your Open Enrollment Game Plan

Open enrollment is your yearly chance to change health coverage. This step-by-step plan helps you compare plans on total cost, networks, and prescriptions.

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Run the numbers before you choose a policy

Simple calculators that run right in your browser. Nothing you type is saved or sent anywhere.

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Shopping for coverage

A calmer way to compare insurance

Five steps that keep you comparing the same coverage — not just the lowest-looking price.

  1. 1

    Review what you have

    Pull your declarations page and note limits and deductibles.

  2. 2

    Decide what you need

    Match coverage to what you own and could lose.

  3. 3

    Compare like for like

    Price the same coverage from each insurer.

  4. 4

    Test your deductible

    See when a higher deductible pays off.

  5. 5

    Ask, then decide

    Check discounts and confirm coverage in writing.

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