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            <title><![CDATA[Tax holidays for disaster prep items]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 10:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Details on tax-free holidays for disaster prep items, and what role insurance plays when disaster strikes. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: SUVs safer than cars in head-on crashes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 11:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The driver of a passenger car is four times more likely to die in a head-on crash with an SUV, according to study. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Playing the odds: Why life insurance is a smarter bet than a lottery ticket]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 10:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[You're better off building a defensive financial strategy that includes life insurance than hoping to win it big in the lottery. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Safety board calls for tighter drunken driving standard]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/tighter-drunken-driving-laws.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 11:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[NTSB wants states to lower the legal blood-alcohol threshold to 0.05 percent from 0.08 percent. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Beverly Hills Chihuahua: New dog-bite data]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/2012-dog-bite-data.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 11:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[California ranks high when it comes to dog attacks and dog-bite home insurance liability claims. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Jolie, cancer, genetic testing and insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/genetic-testing.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 09:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Angelina Jolie's decision to have preventive double mastectomy raises issues about genetic testing, privacy and insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is short-term care insurance right for you?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/short-term-care.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 07:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Short-term care insurance could fill the need if you want some protection but don't want to pay the higher premiums for long-term care insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Who pays to replace your $500 high-tech car key?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/who-pays-to-replace-car-key.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 12:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Smart keys are replacing regular car keys and in turn may be replaced by smartphone, but these increasingly high tech devices cost a lot to replace. Insurance doesn’t typically cover that cost.
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            <title><![CDATA[5 fire sprinkler myths]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/sprinkler-myths.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The average homeowners discount for fire sprinklers is 7 percent. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Gardener's guide to home insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/gardeners-guide.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 11:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out if your trees, shrubs, landscaping gear, patio furniture and fountains are covered by homeowners insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Betty White beats out Beyonce and Bieber]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/centenarians-boomers.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 09:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[UnitedHealthcare surveyed 100-year-olds and baby boomers to find out their views on lifestyles, relationships. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Smokers face big penalty under health reform]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 13:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Health insurance companies can charge smokers 50 percent more when they buy a medical plan via an online exchange. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insuring America's 10 cheapest cars]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 10:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Savings realized by buying a budget-priced car may disappear once you pay for car insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[That's hot! Home insurance technology trends]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[High-tech gadgets help home insurers stem losses -- and protect your home. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mea culpa! 5 common at-fault claims]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We outline tips for avoiding claims for typical fender-benders, which are usually handled through collision coverage. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA["I couldn't see the sign" is No. 1 excuse when pulled over, according to Insurance.com survey]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/about-us/news-and-events/2013/04/top-traffic-ticket-excuses-survey.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Plead ignorance. That's the most-used excuse when drivers are pulled over for a traffic violation, according to new "Ticketmasters" survey. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Drivers fail car insurance test with average score of 32 percent]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Drivers failed Insurance.com's new test of car insurance basics, with an average score of only 32 percent.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Texting tickets and car insurance]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you get a ticket for texting, your car insurance rates may go up, depending on your state texting laws. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ticketmasters: Top excuses given to police officers]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurance.com survey ranks common excuses drivers use when pulled over for a violation. Find out how much tickets raise your car insurance rates.

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            <title><![CDATA[Driver study: Voice and manual texting pose same risks]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/voice-and-manual-texting-pose-same-risks.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Driver study: Voice texting is as dangerous as manual texting.Also, DOT proposes auto-makers lock down built-in mobile devices. More at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[When hail freezes over]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/hail-airbag-home-exclusion.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A new airbag for cars helps prevent hail damage, while some new home policies will exclude cosmetic hail damage. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Don't get dinged by new hail and wind exclusion]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/hail-and-wind-exclusion.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Home insurance companies are introducing an exclusion to their policies so they don’t have to cover cosmetic damage from hail and wind. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[AAA: Insurance 11 percent of total car ownership cost]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/total-car-ownership-cost.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The price of car insurance climbed 2.76 percent, or $28, to $1,029 for the average motorist this year. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What health reform means if you're already insured]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/already-insured.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Working for a small employer or being self-employed can bring big insurance changes under health reform. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Free app locks down teen cellphones]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/free-app-locks-down-teen-cellphones.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A free app from Esurance lets parents lock down their teen drivers' cellphones. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Life insurance in aisle No. 1]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/buying-at-retail.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Nearly one in five consumers, 17 percent, say they would buy life insurance directly from a department store. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A slick mess: Snails and home insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/African-snails.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Giant African land snails invade South Florida. Is your home covered if they snack on your stucco house? Find out at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Location-based crash testing should mean safer cars]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/location-based-crash-test.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 06:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The IIHS is using a new positioning system that will allow more accurate vehicle crash testing. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[It's not where you live; it's where you drive]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/safe-commute-discount.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/safe-commute-discount.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A new standard gives discounts to motorists if they drive in safer areas than where they garage their vehicles. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dementia by the numbers]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/dementia-by-the-numbers.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Dementia care costs exceed cancer and heart disease costs. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Car insurance deal-breakers: Cancellation and non-renewal]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/canceled-compare-nonrenewal.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If your car insurance is cancelled, depending on the reason, you may qualify for a reinstatement. If not, you’ll need to search for a new policy. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Daydreaming drivers more dangerous than texters?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/daydreaming-fatal-crashes.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[An analysis of police reports cites daydreaming -- not texting -- as biggest factor in fatal crashes. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health insurance marketplaces: How do they operate and who benefits?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-exchange-status.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Health insurance exchanges are a key component of health reform law, but few people know what they are and how they work. More info at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Your prescription for health insurance exchanges]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/exchanges.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Interest in health insurance exchanges is growing. Here are steps to take if you decide to go the exchange route. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Most common wedding insurance claims]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/wedding-insurance-claims.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out the basics of wedding insurance coverage and pricing, along with common claims. More at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Fix your credit -- and your car insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/fix-your-credit.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/fix-your-credit.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2013 06:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Fixing errors and improving your credit score could save money on your car insurance bill. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA['Midnight Rider' ad dissing Duane Allman?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/midnight-rider-ad-dissing-duane-allman.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/midnight-rider-ad-dissing-duane-allman.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 13:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Geico's newest motorcycle insurance ad is generating buzz. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[March Madne$$: Geico's ACC car insurance discount]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/geicos-acc-discount.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/geicos-acc-discount.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Atlantic Cost Conference joins over 270 groups that partner with Geico to offer car insurance discounts. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Fight allergies, drive a 2013 Ford Fusion]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/fight-allergies-2013-ford-fusion.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Ford's new sedan is equipped to minimize skin irritants and allergens such as chemicals, pollen and smoke. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Esurance discount cards available at Walmart]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/esurance-discount-cards-available-at-walmart.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Allstate's online car insurance company, Esurance, is testing a pilot program to offer discount cards at Walmart. find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Auto accident settlements and taxes]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/accident-settlements-and-taxes.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[General guidelines on which insurance claim awards are taxable and which are not. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA['Cadillac tax' explained: High-cost health insurance plans subject to a huge hit]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/cadillac-tax.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Health reform in 2018 will tax employers 40 percent on the amount of premiums above certain thresholds. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[March Madness: Duke to win it all]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/march-madness-duke.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Pet insurance firm predicts winner of NCAA tournament based on popular pet names. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 ways seniors can lower their car insurance rates]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/life-events/5-ways-seniors-can-lower-their-car-insurance-rates.html</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2013 06:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Car insurance rates are based on a variety of factors including the age of the drivers --rates begin to rise for drivers who are 70 and older.
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            <title><![CDATA[Insurance and your 2012 tax return]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/insurance-and-your-tax-return.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/insurance-and-your-tax-return.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We highlight how health reform will tie insurance to your taxes and under what scenarios you qualify for car insurance deductions. Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health insurance now tied to taxes]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-insurance-now-tied-to-taxes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-insurance-now-tied-to-taxes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Under health care reform, income and household size determine subsidies -- and penalties. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insured and confused? Join the club!]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/insured-and-confused-join-the-club.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/insured-and-confused-join-the-club.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 06:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Despite paying hundreds of dollars a year for car insurance, our Insured and Confused survey results show few know what they're buying. Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[No lump sum for you]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/claims/forced-installment-payouts-for-beneficiaries.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/claims/forced-installment-payouts-for-beneficiaries.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurers are beginning to offer products that let the policyholder decide how beneficiaries receive payments. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Digital proof of purchase]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/digital-proof-of-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/digital-proof-of-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[More than 20 states are considering joining six that already allow digital proof of insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Quiz results reveal dismal car insurance knowledge]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/car-insurance-test-results.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/car-insurance-test-results.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The average score on our test of car insurance basics was 32 percent. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pothole coverage: good news and bad news]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/pothole-collision.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/pothole-collision.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Pothole damage is paid for by collision car insurance coverage. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[If you can't say something nice, get insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/defamation-umbrella.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/defamation-umbrella.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 08:35:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As consumers take to the web to post reviews, a few businesses retaliate with lawsuits. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Teen road deaths up 19 percent]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/teen-road-deaths-rose-in-early-2012.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/teen-road-deaths-rose-in-early-2012.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 06:50:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The GHSA says there were 240 fatalities nationwide for 16- and 17-year-old drivers during the first six months of 2012. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why your speedometer goes to 160 mph]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/speeding-ticket-rate-inrcrease.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/speeding-ticket-rate-inrcrease.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2013 08:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Newer cars often have speedometers with NASCAR limits. Find out why, plus how much your car insurance goes up if you get ticketed, at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Report: Three in four insurers moving forward with pay-as-you-go]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/three-in-four-insurers-moving-forward-with-pay-as-you-go.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/three-in-four-insurers-moving-forward-with-pay-as-you-go.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:08:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Twenty percent of policyholders will enroll in pay-as-you-go car insurance programs by 2020, according to study. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Divorced women at risk for losing health insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/life-events/women-lose-health-insurance-after-divorce.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/life-events/women-lose-health-insurance-after-divorce.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Health insurance options to consider if you're facing divorce and depend on coverage from a spouse's plan. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Scoop! Long-term care rate hike for ladies]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/long-term-care-rate-hike-for-ladies.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/long-term-care-rate-hike-for-ladies.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurers will soon charge separate rates for women and men for long-term care insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Women to pay more than men for long-term care insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/long-term-care-rates-increase-for-women.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/long-term-care-rates-increase-for-women.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Long-term care insurance rates will go up for women as insurers move away from unisex pricing.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Farmers Insurance unleashes dog-breed ban]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/farmers-insurance-drops-liability-for-pitbulls.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/farmers-insurance-drops-liability-for-pitbulls.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Farmers Insurance is dropping home insurance liability coverage for dog-bite claims involving pit bulls, Rottweilers and wolf hybrids. Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Car insurance and taxes]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/deducting-premiums-on-taxes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/deducting-premiums-on-taxes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out what circumstances allow you to deduct car insurance premiums on your taxes. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crackdown on texting in 2013]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/crackdown-on-texting-in-2013.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/crackdown-on-texting-in-2013.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Officials are funding new enforcement techniques to catch drivers who text. Steeper penalties and insurance rates also on tap. More at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insured and confused quiz]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/car-insurance-test.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/car-insurance-test.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 23:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Take our test of basic car insurance coverage terms and see how you compare to the average score of 32 percent. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Allstate-United coupling births flyer miles]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/allstate-and-united-frequent-flyer-miles.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/allstate-and-united-frequent-flyer-miles.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Customers in 24 states can earn United MileagePlus miles by considering Allstate for their insurance needs. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Parents behaving badly]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/parents-lie-to-pay-less.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/parents-lie-to-pay-less.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Study says parents would lie to car insurance company to reduce the premium their child would pay. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insuring your iPhone: Now there are rules]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/personal-belongings/license-to-sell-iphone-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/personal-belongings/license-to-sell-iphone-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Many states now require vendors to obtain licenses to sell insurance coverage for smartphones and other mobile devices. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ford Escape and Chevrolet Tahoe the most stolen utility vehicles]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/most-stolen-utility-vehicles.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/most-stolen-utility-vehicles.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2013 11:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Ford Escape, Chevrolet Tahoe and Toyota RAV4 are the most stolen vehicles in their class over the past five years. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A blizzard by any other name...]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/weather-channel-naming-winter-storms.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/weather-channel-naming-winter-storms.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Weather Channel this winter will name severe storms to raise awareness. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Winter storm strikes: What's covered by my insurance?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/property-coverage.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/property-coverage.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[You may wonder if your home insurance will pay for damage caused by snow and blizzards. Check our infographic at Insurance.com to see what’s covered. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cheaters, liars and exes  . . .  who still love your insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/cheaters-liars-exes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/cheaters-liars-exes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 09:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Relationships get even more complicated when someone wants to be on your insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Home sweet (temporary) home]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/additional-living-expenses.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/additional-living-expenses.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Understand the limits of home insurance additional living expenses coverage, and keep receipts to help the claim process go smoothly. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health insurance application denied? Here are 5 options]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/health-coverage-applicants-rejected.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/health-coverage-applicants-rejected.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 06:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[More than one in five health insurance applicants are denied coverage, usually for having a pre-existing condition. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Red-light camera tickets and insurance rates]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/red-light-camera-tickets.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/red-light-camera-tickets.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 07:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Cameras cutting red-light runner rates, plus what happens when you get a ticket for running red light. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Infographic: Superstorm strikes: Am I covered?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/flood-hurricane-infographic.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/flood-hurricane-infographic.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Know what type of homeowner insurance you need for sufficient coverage should a natural disaster strike. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Don't fumble the ball when hosting Super Bowl parties]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/hosting-super-bowl-parties.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/hosting-super-bowl-parties.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We highlight issues to be aware of when hosting parties and the role insurance plays when you entertain guests. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding minimum car insurance requirements]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/understanding-minimum-car-insurance-requirements.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/understanding-minimum-car-insurance-requirements.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Most states have laws requiring the minimum amount of auto insurance you must buy. However, those minimum amounts may not be enough. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[To protect and swerve: Cops driving distracted]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/cops-driving-distracted.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/cops-driving-distracted.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In some states cops are increasingly driving while texting or using computers in their squad cars. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Snapshot to include teen-driver monitoring in future?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/snapshot-patent-teen-driver-monitoring.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/snapshot-patent-teen-driver-monitoring.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Progressive patent technology could be used to send a text to a teen's parents warning them that their child is breaking some rules of the road. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[You know the drill -- or do you?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/fire-drill-safety-plans-for-families.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/fire-drill-safety-plans-for-families.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[There is an alarming lack of family awareness about home fire safety drills, according to a new study. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Obese drivers up to 80 percent more likely to die in car crashes]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/obese-drivers-more-likely-to-die-in-crashes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/obese-drivers-more-likely-to-die-in-crashes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Car makers should make seat belts that better fit overweight motorists, say researchers. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How healthy are you, really?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/health-insurance-incentives-gaining.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/health-insurance-incentives-gaining.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Workers don't have a realistic picture of their health and associated costs, according to Report from Aon Hewitt. Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Traffic jam, Oakland style]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/reckless-driving-oakland-style.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/reckless-driving-oakland-style.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Getting a ticket will raise your car insurance rate. Reckless driving triggers an average increase of 22 percent. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Red carpet coverage: Celebrities who sold insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/celebrities-who-sold-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/celebrities-who-sold-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A shout-out to the list of celebrities who once were employed by insurance companies. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pop quiz: 70 percent fail life insurance IQ test]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/70-percent-fail-life-insurance-test.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/70-percent-fail-life-insurance-test.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Confusion over how policies work as well as on cost prevent many people from buying life insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Report: States can do more as road deaths rise]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/road-deaths-rise.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/road-deaths-rise.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 07:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Highway fatalities jump 7 percent, the highest in 37 years. Safety advocates recommend laws to protect drivers. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cycling and swilling: Pedal pubs to have insurance?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/pedal-pubs.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/pedal-pubs.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Bars on wheels powered by pedaling beer drinkers may be required to carry $2 million in insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Jobs that earn you car insurance discounts]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/jobs-that-earn-you-discounts.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/jobs-that-earn-you-discounts.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 07:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Your occupation could help you save on car insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Xtreme Eating Awards: I'll have a slice of pie in that milkshake]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/extreme-foods.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/extreme-foods.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Being overweight can mean paying more for life insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The IIHS names the safest cars for 2013]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/safest-cars-for-2013.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/safest-cars-for-2013.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Ford, Dodge, Nissan, Honda and Volkswagen models earn Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick Plus award. More info at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is your car insurance going the way of the landline?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/safety-tech-trends.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/safety-tech-trends.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Auto insurance coverage is likely to shift away from covering drivers to product liability coverage as driver safety technology develops. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[You're not patching my imported cherry wood with that!]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/how-to-get-full-replacement-repair-for-damages.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/how-to-get-full-replacement-repair-for-damages.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2013 06:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Disputes often erupt over whether home insurance should cover patching or full replacement after a partial loss. Find out how to get full replacement at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Guns in the home: How insurance figures in]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/personal-belongings/guns.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/personal-belongings/guns.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out the role homeowners insurance plays when you own guns. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dryer fire! It happened to DeNiro, it could happen to you]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/dryer-fire.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/dryer-fire.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Tips for preventing dryer fires -- and homeowner insurance claims. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Car accident diagrams go digital]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/car-accident-diagrams-go-digital.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/car-accident-diagrams-go-digital.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2013 09:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[An accurate, detailed accident diagram can help make your case to a car insurance company after a crash. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health insurance outlook: What's coming next?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/reform-whats-coming-2013.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/reform-whats-coming-2013.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Details on how group medical plans and health insurance for individuals could be changing next year and in 2014. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 keys to choosing permanent life insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/5-keys-to-choosing-permanent.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/5-keys-to-choosing-permanent.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 05:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Permanent life insurance can offer benefits beyond income replacement including cash value you can use during your lifetime. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Health insurance deductibles up 117 percent, premiums up 62 percent]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/deductibles-up-117-percent-premiums-up-62-percent.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/deductibles-up-117-percent-premiums-up-62-percent.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Study: Health insurance deductibles up 117 percent, premiums up 62 percent. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to evaluate term life insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/how-to-evaluate-term-life-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/how-to-evaluate-term-life-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Term life insurance, popular because of its simplicity and low cost, provides income replacement coverage for a particular time period. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Hot for the holidays: Car thefts on New Year's Day]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/car-thefts-on-new-years.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/car-thefts-on-new-years.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How holidays stack up, based on the number of reported stolen cars. Plus, anti-theft device discounts. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Home insurance discounts beyond burglary and smoke alarms]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/price/discounts-beyond-burglary-and-smoke-alarms.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/price/discounts-beyond-burglary-and-smoke-alarms.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 06:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Five homeowner insurance discounts you likely don't know about. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Nomophobia: Is your cellphone addiction covered?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/cellphone-addiction.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/cellphone-addiction.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn the warning signs, treatment options and insurance considerations for mobile phone dependency. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[WebMD top stories for 2012: OMG! I'm pregnant]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/webmd-top-stories-for-2012.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/webmd-top-stories-for-2012.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Key provisions of health reform, how lifestyle impacts insurance premiums and what's covered when you're pregnant. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Truth or consequences: Lying to insurers is costly]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/soft-fraud-restitution.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/soft-fraud-restitution.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Car insurance fraud takes many forms. If you're convicted of rate evasion, you could pay restitution. Find out more at Insuarnce.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Driving history predicts life span]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/study-driving-history-predicts-life-span.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/study-driving-history-predicts-life-span.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Your driving history can predict your life span -- but not because of the risk of car accidents. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Give birth like a princess]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/life-events/give-birth-like-a-princess.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/life-events/give-birth-like-a-princess.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 06:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Unlike the Duchess of Cambridge, you need to double check health insurance coverage for maternity benefits. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Go to the video: Animating crashes on iPads]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/animating-crashes-on-ipads.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/animating-crashes-on-ipads.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A new mobile app lets USAA members animate car crashes when submitting insurance claims.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Split time: kids, custody and insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/custody.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/custody.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Health, auto, home and life insurance are all key considerations when parents are divorcing. Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[High percentage of drugged driving in California]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/drugged-driving-in-california.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/drugged-driving-in-california.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In California, 14 percent of drivers tested positive for driving under the influence of illegal or prescription drugs. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Get sock insurance for your sole survivors]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/sock-betabrands.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/sock-betabrands.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Clothing store Betabrand offers insurance for lost socks if you share pictures with its website community. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Will insurers soon pay us not to speed?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/will-insurers-pay-us-not-to-speed.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/will-insurers-pay-us-not-to-speed.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 06:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In the future we may see "intelligent speed adaptation" technology used with financial incentives to curb speeding. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Reindeer games: Are your car's antlers covered?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/holiday-cars-decorations.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/holiday-cars-decorations.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Holiday decorations for cars have become increasingly popular in recent years. Does insurance cover car costumes? Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Infographic: Is the Internet bad for your health?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/infographic-internet-addiction.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/infographic-internet-addiction.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Our infographic highlights the physical, psychological and social side effects that prolonged Internet usage may have. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Reasons for life insurance purchases vary with age]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/purchases-vary-with-age.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/purchases-vary-with-age.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Reasons for life insurance purchases vary with age. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Top holiday-related medical conditions for pets]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/holiday-related-medical-conditions-for-pets.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/holiday-related-medical-conditions-for-pets.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's wise not to feed your pets holiday treats and to try to keep them from ingesting decorations. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Oh sugar, sugar! Diabetes and insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/diabetes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/diabetes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 06:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're diabetic, we provide tips for staying healthy, as well as for obtaining life and health insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Lone Star State: high speed limits, wild hogs and passenger anxiety]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/texas-speed-limit.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/texas-speed-limit.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Texas State Highway 130, the road with the nation's highest speed limit at 85 mph, just had its first fatal crash. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The answer is blowing in the wind for some Sandy sufferers]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/hurricane-windstorm-deductibles.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/hurricane-windstorm-deductibles.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurers may charge windstorm deductibles for Superstorm Sandy damage. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Eat, Fry, Love: A cautionary remix]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/deep-frying-cooking-fires.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/deep-frying-cooking-fires.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We offer tips for preventing cooking-related insurance claims. Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How not voting can be a very bad thing]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/patent-for-voting-behavior.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-news/patent-for-voting-behavior.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Safeco patents a system that would use voter registration and voter history to assess risk. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health insurance exchanges: Why do today what you can put off until tomorrow?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/health-insurance-exchanges.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/health-insurance-exchanges.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[States have until Dec. 14 to send blueprints to the federal government for how they'll set up and start operating health insurance exchanges by 2014.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[That's app-rageous!]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/mobile-apps-from-hhs.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/mobile-apps-from-hhs.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Sat, 10 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Department of Health & Human Services launched a website listing its iPhone, Android and tablet mobile apps. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[I'm so tired I can't text and drive]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/teens-drivers-falling-asleep.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/teens-drivers-falling-asleep.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 12:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The nation's youngest motorists  can now add drowsy driving to their list of high-risk road factors. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[They don't call it a flexible spending account for nothing]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/flexible-spending-account-approved.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/health-insurance/flexible-spending-account-approved.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're considering setting up a flexible spending account, review the many expenses they cover. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[After Sandy: Out in the cold on mold insurance coverage?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/mold-coverage.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/mold-coverage.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Mold can cause property damage and affect your health, but most insurers don't cover it. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hustle and Flo]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/insurance-ad-campaigns.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/insurance-ingenuity/insurance-ad-campaigns.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[GEICO's gecko has got to go, while Flo continues to perk up Progressive's brand and Liberty Mutual scores with "Humans" campaign. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 misunderstood auto insurance policy terms]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/5-misunderstood-policy-terms.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/5-misunderstood-policy-terms.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 09:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Don't be confused about your car insurance policy's terms. We explain five commonly misunderstood types of auto coverage. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Trade your butt bucks for life insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/incentive-to-quit-smoking.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/life-insurance/incentive-to-quit-smoking.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How much life insurance your cigarette money could buy. Quitting means you can save thousands of dollars a year. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[My so-called safety feature discount]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/my-so-called-safety-feature-discount.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/my-so-called-safety-feature-discount.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[There is a big gap between what car insurers offer for safety discounts and what's available on many newer vehicles. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Don't get soaked by purchasing a car with water damage]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/car-with-water-damage.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/car-with-water-damage.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Sat, 03 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We offer tips for spotting water damage in used cars, plus what to do if you want to drive your car after it's totaled. More info at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Disaster strikes: Am I covered?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/disaster-strikes-am-i-covered.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/homeowners-insurance/disaster-strikes-am-i-covered.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Details about flood insurance, hurricane deductibles and homeowners insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Homeowners saved from costly hurricane deductibles for Sandy]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/no-hurricane-deductibles-for-sandy.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/no-hurricane-deductibles-for-sandy.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 09:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Sandy's strength at landfall wasn't enough to trigger large deductibles for hurricane damage, say state officials. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[No more dining by the dashboard light for you!]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/distracted-driving-ban-eating.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/views-and-trends/distracted-driving-ban-eating.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In northwest Ohio a distracted driving law is pending that could mean eating behind the wheel is a traffic violation. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How pay-as-you-drive car insurance turned me into a wreck]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/how-pay-as-you-drive-car-insurance-turned-me-into-a-wreck.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/blog/car-insurance/how-pay-as-you-drive-car-insurance-turned-me-into-a-wreck.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We offer a first-person account of the experience of using pay-as-you-drive insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[After Hurricane Sandy: Public insurance adjusters can streamline big claims]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/public-insurance-adjusters-streamline-big-claims.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/public-insurance-adjusters-streamline-big-claims.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 08:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Public insurance adjusters work for homeowners to maximize claims settlements. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[While you were out: insurance claims that arise while you're away]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/claims-that-arise-while-youre-away.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/claims-that-arise-while-youre-away.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 07:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out the role insurance plays when disaster strikes while you're not home. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[When your power is out does homeowners insurance kick in?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/power-out.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/power-out.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 08:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Home insurance doesn't cover inconvenience, but it covers damage caused by power outages in some cases. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[IRS to increase long-term care insurance deductibles]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/irs-to-increase-deductibles-for-2013.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/irs-to-increase-deductibles-for-2013.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2012 06:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Deductibility levels for long-term care insurance policies purchased in 2013 will rise slightly. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Doe! Deer-collisions and repair costs on the rise]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/deer-collisions-and-repair-costs-on-the-rise.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/deer-collisions-and-repair-costs-on-the-rise.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Comprehensive car insurance covers deer-collision claims, which can cost $3,305, and are on the rise, says State Farm. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Scary insurance claims: Are Halloween tricks covered?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/homeowner-auto-insurance-halloween-coverage.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/homeowner-auto-insurance-halloween-coverage.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We provide tips for preventing vandalism and mishaps during Halloween as well as outline what types of insurance cover such antics. Find out more at Insurance.com]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Something to hold on to: comprehensive and collision insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/comprehensive-and-collision-used-car-value.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/comprehensive-and-collision-used-car-value.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 06:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Used cars are retaining value longer, something to consider when deciding whether to keep collision and comprehensive. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Pre-existing conditions not always an obstacle to good insurance rates]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/pre-existing-conditions-may-not-raise-rates.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/pre-existing-conditions-may-not-raise-rates.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 08:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Pre-existing conditions don't preclude affordable life insurancedue to advances in medicine and treatment, says study. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Most popular car colors of 2012]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/vehicle-shopping/most-popular-car-colors-of-2012.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/vehicle-shopping/most-popular-car-colors-of-2012.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Twenty-two percent of new-car buyers worldwide pick white cars, putting the color at the top of the popularity list. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Buyer beware: 5 tips for purchasing long-term care insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/tips-for-purchasing-long-term-care-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/tips-for-purchasing-long-term-care-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Premiums are going up, and insurers are eliminating the most generous offers in long-term care insurance. Approach the market with care. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Employees in 2012 saw lowest health insurance premium increase in 6 years]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/price/employees-in-2012-saw-lowest-premium-increase-in-6-years.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/price/employees-in-2012-saw-lowest-premium-increase-in-6-years.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The average health insurance premium increase among large employers was 4.9 percent this year. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Bogus air bags may shoot shrapnel]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/counterfeit-air-bags.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/counterfeit-air-bags.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Counterfeit air bags replaced within last three years may fail to deploy properly and shoot shrapnel. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Stock up on life insurance at Walmart]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/carriers/metlife-walmart.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/carriers/metlife-walmart.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[MetLife and Walmart hook-up to offer life insurance policies in two-state pilot program. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dr. Feelgood has left the building]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/doctors-unhappy-about-healthcare.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/doctors-unhappy-about-healthcare.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Many doctors are pessimistic about their futures, the health care industry and health care reform. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cash only: What happens when your doctor doesn't accept insurance?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/when-doctors-go-cash-only.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/when-doctors-go-cash-only.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[What happens when your doctor doesn't accept insurance?
We explain how to pay the bill. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[States with the highest death rates for teen drivers]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/states-with-the-highest-death-rates-for-teen-drivers.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/states-with-the-highest-death-rates-for-teen-drivers.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 09:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We explain how to keep teen drivers safe and how to keep their car insurance rates affordable. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Caregiver's guide to car insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/caregivers-guide.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/caregivers-guide.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Caregivers should check auto insurance coverage to ensure they're adequately protected when using someone else's car. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Outrageous pet insurance claims: Dog survives being buried alive]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/other-insurance/pet-insurance/outrageous-pet-insurance-claims.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/other-insurance/pet-insurance/outrageous-pet-insurance-claims.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Joyriding in a car engine, overdosing on drugs and being buried alive are among most unusual pet claims in contest. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Less is more: Tiny cars have highest car insurance injury claims]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/tiny-cars-have-highest-injury-claims.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/tiny-cars-have-highest-injury-claims.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Compact cars comprise majority of car insurance injury claims, according to a claims data report. Find out more at Insurance.co.
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            <title><![CDATA[Choosing health insurance tougher than parenting decisions]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/choosing-health-insurance-tips.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/choosing-health-insurance-tips.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Selecting the health insurance plan that's best for you and your family can be difficult, but we have 10 tips to help. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How much will that ticket raise your car insurance rate?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/tickets-raise-rates-infographic.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/tickets-raise-rates-infographic.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 14 Sep 2012 08:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurance.com's Uh-Oh! Calculator infographic shows the average percent increase to your auto insurance rate for 14 common violations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Group health insurance premiums up 97% since 2002]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/price/group-health-premiums-up-97-percent.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/price/group-health-premiums-up-97-percent.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2012 10:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Since 2002, family group health premiums jumped by 97 percent, out-pacing the 33 percent growth in wages. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Oh, grow up! How youthful indiscretions impact your insurance rates]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/smoking-credit-affect-rates.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/smoking-credit-affect-rates.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 06:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If your bad habits, such as smoking, overeating, lateness or overspending continue into your adult years, you could face higher insurance premiums. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Double downer: States with highest number of uninsured for health and auto]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/states-most-uninsured-motorist-health.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/states-most-uninsured-motorist-health.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[States in the South and West have the most residents without health or auto insurance, according to two reports. Find out more at Insurance.com]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The problem with having people over]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/guests-liability.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/guests-liability.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[While its fun to have guests, they also increase your risks for a liability claim. Some common-sense steps can mitigate risks. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Open enrollment: 5 tips for selecting the best benefits]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/open-enrollment-5-tips-for-best-benefits.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/open-enrollment-5-tips-for-best-benefits.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2012 07:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Selecting the right options during open enrollment for health insurance and other employee benefits should move to the top of your to-do list. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Accidental death and dismemberment: The grisly details count]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/accidental-death-and-dismemberment-open-enrollment.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/accidental-death-and-dismemberment-open-enrollment.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2012 07:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[AD&D insurance does not replace life or disability insurance, and it may not be worth your while. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Which cities have the best and worst drivers?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/best-and-worst-drivers.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/best-and-worst-drivers.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2012 09:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Allstate used claims data to compute likelihood that drivers in the largest cities would get in a car collision. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hurricanes and insurance: 5 must-know facts]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/isaac-windstorm-flood.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/isaac-windstorm-flood.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 28 Aug 2012 10:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As the Gulf Coast braces for severe weather, there may be some solace in understanding how flood and windstorm coverage works. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 ways flood insurance may soak you]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/5-ways-flood-insurance-may-soak-you.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/5-ways-flood-insurance-may-soak-you.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Sun, 26 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Here are five circumstances where flood insurance could fail you, and what you can do to protect yourself. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The $5,000 gap in your hurricane coverage]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/hurricane-home-insurance-deductible.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/hurricane-home-insurance-deductible.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Hurricane deductibles are likely to cost you a lot more than you expect. Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Leaner and meaner: 7 long-term care insurance changes you need to know]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/long-term-care-changes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/long-term-care/long-term-care-changes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 09:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Long-term care insurance companies are raising premiums and introducing leaner products to cope with losses.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hondas, Fords and Toyotas most stolen vehicles in 2011]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/most-stolen-vehicles-in-2011.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/most-stolen-vehicles-in-2011.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The models that car thieves target most and how anti-theft devices can lower car insurance rates. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Don't let an accident wreck your identity, too]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/accident-identity-theft.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/accident-identity-theft.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2012 12:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[You are not required to give out personal information to the other driver when involved in an accident. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[False alarms changing home security system landscape]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/home-security-systems.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/home-security-systems.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2012 08:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Installing a video-based home alarm gets you an insurance discount, but also may mean better chances of the cops responding. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[California quakes: Is your home on shaky ground?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/california-earthquake.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/california-earthquake.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[An earthquake early-detection system is in the works, but earthquake insurance is still a solid choice. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding life insurance table ratings]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/table-ratings.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/table-ratings.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2012 11:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Life insurance companies give table ratings to applicants with medical or non-medical conditions. These affect insurance premiums. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Got a ticket? You could be paying for it for years]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/how-long-ticket-surcharge-lasts.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/how-long-ticket-surcharge-lasts.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2012 06:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A ticket will typically impact your car insurance premium three years, depending on your insurance company and your state’s laws. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Free health testing for insured women arrives this week under health reform]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-testing-for-women.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-testing-for-women.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Health reform gives insured women eight preventive health services, including birth control, minus the usual out-of-pocket costs. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Health and life insurance tips for the sandwich generation]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/life-events/tips-for-the-sandwich-generation.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/life-events/tips-for-the-sandwich-generation.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Prudent insurance choices are part of a sound financial plan, especially for baby boomers taking care of parents and adult children. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Credit scores and car insurance: if you don't succeed, try again]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/credit-score-laws-update.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/credit-score-laws-update.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Many states allow insurers to use credit scores as a factor in determining auto insurance rates. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How I aced my online driving course for a car insurance discount]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/online-driving-course-discount.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/online-driving-course-discount.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[New York drivers who complete the Internet Point and Insurance Reduction Program earn a 10 percent reduction for three years in some auto coverage.Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Baby, you can rent my car]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/relayrides-rent-my-car.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/relayrides-rent-my-car.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[You can rent out your GM car using OnStar and RelayRides -- but are you jeopardizing your insurance? Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Guide to cancer insurance: 5 must-know facts]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/cancer-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/health-insurance-basics/cancer-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We highlight tips for figuring out how to obtain cancer insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Jalopy love: 5 dumb car repair mistakes to avoid]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/car-repair-mistakes-to-avoid.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/car-repair-mistakes-to-avoid.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Smart car care prevents expensive repair bills and accidents that could drive up your car insurance rates.  ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Baby boomer trend: asset-based long-term care insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/coverage/asset-based-long-term-care.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/coverage/asset-based-long-term-care.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2012 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We highlight a new trend: asset-based life insurance policies that provide long-term care benefits. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to help your parents spot Medicare scams]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/prevent-medicare-scams.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/other-health-insurance-topics/prevent-medicare-scams.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 04:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We outline how to help your parents ensure they don't become victims of Medicare scams. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[One drink could land you in a health insurance emergency]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/alcohol-claim-denial.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/alcohol-claim-denial.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2012 10:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In some states, medical claims can be denied if you've had even one alcoholic beverage. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health reform sticks: Now what?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-reform-upheld-what-it-means-to-you.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-reform-upheld-what-it-means-to-you.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 10:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Supreme Court upholds health reform: how it impacts the uninsured, insured, Medicare users and those with illnesses. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Teen driver safety tips for deadly July 4]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/teen-driver-safety-tips-july-fourth.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/teen-driver-safety-tips-july-fourth.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2012 09:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[July is one of the deadliest months for drivers. We offer safe-driving tips, info on car insurance and teen drivers. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hot wheels: metro areas with the most stolen cars]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/metropolitan-areas-with-the-most-stolen-cars.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/metropolitan-areas-with-the-most-stolen-cars.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Metro areas with high car-theft rates, and how much of a car insurance discount you get for anti-theft devices. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insuring summer businesses owned by pint-sized CEOs]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/summer-businesses-owned-by-child.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/summer-businesses-owned-by-child.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 09:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Whether your kid's summer business is covered by home insurance depends on how your policy is worded. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Health care reform: what you don't know may hurt you]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-reform-what-you-dont-know-may-hurt-you.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/healthcare-reform-individual/health-reform-what-you-dont-know-may-hurt-you.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 07:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Clarification of key - and confusing- aspects of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act as it faces a court ruling on its constitutionality. Find our more at insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Auto insurance company websites: More mazes than marvels]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/websites-hard-to-use.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/websites-hard-to-use.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Confusing organization and irrelevant search results are problems with many car insurance company websites, says report. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[It's not your father's insurance: coverage for the modern man]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/trends-for-modern-times.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/trends-for-modern-times.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 12:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurance in 2012 means covering electronic gear, hybrid cars and a longer life span. There's also pay-as-you-go plans and mobile insurance apps. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Report: Insurers manipulate software to underpay injury claims]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/insurers-underpay-injury-claims.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/insurers-underpay-injury-claims.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A consumer report alleges that most major insurers raise profits by using data manipulation to cut payouts for claims. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is it crazy for life insurers to test for dementia?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/test-for-dementia.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/test-for-dementia.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2012 10:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's no longer enough to be in good physical health -- if you can't pass a memory test, you could be denied life insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ford and State Farm: In SYNC for car insurance discounts]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/ford-and-state-farm-low-mileage-discount.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/ford-and-state-farm-low-mileage-discount.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2012 09:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[By using Ford's SYNC technology to monitor mileage, motorists can qualify for car insurance discounts. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insuring your summer: Is your $900 gas grill covered?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/coverage-grill-mower-pool-deck-bike.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/home-insurance-basics/coverage-grill-mower-pool-deck-bike.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 10:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How homeowner insurance protects grills, mowers, bikes, pools, decks, rentals and backyard events. Find out more at Insurance.com. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Untreated sleep apnea will raise your insurance ratezzzzz]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/sleep-apnea-cancer-risk.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/sleep-apnea-cancer-risk.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 12:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Sleep apnea causes a host of medical problems, but if treated, you won't pay more in insurance for it. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 ways to save money on disaster preparedness]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/4-ways-to-save-money-on-disaster-preparedness.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/4-ways-to-save-money-on-disaster-preparedness.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 13:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Money-saving tips for disaster preparedness, from safe room rebates to insurance discounts. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insurance.com launches new 'Uh-Oh! Calculator' that shows how common tickets boost auto insurance rates]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/about-us/news-and-events/2012/05/may-15-2012-calculator-shows-how-tickets-boost-auto-insurance-rates.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/about-us/news-and-events/2012/05/may-15-2012-calculator-shows-how-tickets-boost-auto-insurance-rates.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 05:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Insurance.com’s “Uh-Oh! Calculator” allows you to compute the average percentage increase to your auto insurance rate for 14 common violations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ticket? Uh-oh! Auto insurance rate increases for common driving violations]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/rate-increases-and-traffic-tickets.aspx.</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/rate-increases-and-traffic-tickets.aspx.</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 22:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How much may your auto insurance rate increase if you get a traffic ticket? Our analysis of car insurance quotes reveals the impact of speeding and other common tickets.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[You're gay and married: How much is your car insurance discount?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/life-events/same-sex-marriage-car-insurance-discount.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/life-events/same-sex-marriage-car-insurance-discount.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 13:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We answer questions about same-sex marriage and insurance after President Obama's declaration of support on issue. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Falsely accused: Do you get a do-over for suspect results on life insurance exams?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/false-results-life-insurance-medical-exam.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/false-results-life-insurance-medical-exam.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 12:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A false positive result on a life insurance medical exam can result in a policy denial. We explain steps to take to protect yourself. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding disability insurance: Don't wait until it's too late]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/understanding-disability-add.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-insurance-basics/understanding-disability-add.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 10:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A recent study shows that most people don't understand the benefits and costs of disability and AD&D insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to fashion a financial safety net: 5 steps for single moms]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/financial-planning-single-moms.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/financial-planning-single-moms.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 12:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Single mothers should make sure they have adequate life and health insurance, as well as a sound financial plan. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Living large: Obesity health costs surpass those of smoking]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/price/obesity-health-costs-surpass-smoking.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/price/obesity-health-costs-surpass-smoking.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Obesity is impacting everything from health care costs to fuel consumption to car design. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ready to put health insurance on your Costco shopping list?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/costco-aetna.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/costco-aetna.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Aetna and Costco partner up to offer individual health insurance plans online. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cheap car insurance for young drivers]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/Article.aspx/artid/106</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/Article.aspx/artid/106</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Auto insurance rates are higher for young drivers, but with our tips you'll find the best insurance rates for teens. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insurance.com Editor's Picks: Personal finance blogs we love]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Our recommendations of the best personal finance blogs that provide insightful insurance coverage for consumers. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ask Liz Weston]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/asklizweston.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/asklizweston.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Ask Liz Weston makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dave Ramsey]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/daveramsey.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/daveramsey.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Dave Ramsey makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Consumerist]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/the-consumerist.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/the-consumerist.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Consumerist makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[PT Money]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/ptmoney.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/ptmoney.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[PT Money  makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[My Dollar Plan]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/mydollarplan.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/mydollarplan.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[My Dollar Plan makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Moolanomy]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/moolanomy.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/moolanomy.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Moolanomy makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Money Q & A]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/moneyqanda.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/moneyqanda.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Money Q & A makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Len Penzo dot Com]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/len-penzo.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/len-penzo.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Len Penzo makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Financial Samurai]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/financial-samurai.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/financial-samurai.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Financial Samurai makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Everything Finance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/everythingfinance.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/personal-finance-blogs/everythingfinance.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Everything Finance Blog makes the list of Insurance.com's Editor's Picks for personal finance blogs covering insurance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Kill bill: Maryland Senate nixes forced insurance bundling ban]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/forced-insurance-bundling.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/forced-insurance-bundling.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Maryland Senate votes down bill that would ban forced bundling by insurance companies. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Auto repair insurance pays your breakdown bills]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/profiles_insights/life_events/carpurchase/related/buy_car_service_warranties.asp</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/profiles_insights/life_events/carpurchase/related/buy_car_service_warranties.asp</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Mechanical breakdown insurance can cover car costs for many years. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 ways to compare car insurance companies]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/car-insurance-comparison-quotes/5-ways-to-compare-car-insurance-companies.aspx</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/car-insurance-comparison-quotes/5-ways-to-compare-car-insurance-companies.aspx</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn the top 5 ways to compare car insurance companies when shopping for affordable car insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ding! Swiping that guardrail is going to cost you]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/collecting-on-damaged-state-property.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/claims/collecting-on-damaged-state-property.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 07:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A new collection plan for property damage costs in some states means your car insurance rates could take a hit. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Avoiding the silver tsunami wipe out: Helping aging parents drive safely]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/helping-seniors-drive-safe.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/helping-seniors-drive-safe.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Keeping senior drivers safe is becoming critical. We highlight tips, safety courses and resources for senior drivers at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to appeal a health insurance claim denial -- and win!]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/appeal-a-health-insurance-claim-denial.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/appeal-a-health-insurance-claim-denial.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2012 09:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Appealing a health insurance claim denial isn't always an uphill battle if you follow the right procedure. Read more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Altar-ed states: The most common wedding insurance claims]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/personal-belongings/common-wedding-insurance-claims.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/personal-belongings/common-wedding-insurance-claims.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Common wedding insurance claims, how much it typically costs and if you need it. Find out more at Insurance.com]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[You never have to buy car insurance again]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/proving-financial-responsibility.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/proving-financial-responsibility.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[In some states it's legal to drive without auto insurance. But you'll have to prove you have the financial ability to cover accident costs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Group health insurance: 5 things you don't know about coverage]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/is-pregnancy-covered.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/is-pregnancy-covered.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn what your group health plan covers, and understand your employer's rules. For instance, pregnancy not always covered. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Video study: Teen girls twice as likely as boys to text, talk while driving]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/teen-distracted-driving-study.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/teen-distracted-driving-study.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Video study on teens' distracted driving habits, showing they use mobile devices more when alone behind the wheel. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 myths about uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/what-is-uninsured-motorist-coverage.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/coverage/what-is-uninsured-motorist-coverage.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We explain details of how uninsured motorist coverage works. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How much can you save on life insurance by losing 20 pounds?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/losing-weight-insurance-quotes.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/health-and-life-insurance/losing-weight-insurance-quotes.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 13:33:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We show you how much money you could potentially save by losing weight before buying life insurance. Details at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tips for buying long-term care insurance amid rising rates]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Long-term care insurance rates are up 17 percent. We outline ways you can still get affordable rates. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Nevada bets on robot cars, California's dreamin' of them]]></title>
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            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/driverless-cars-nevada-google-california.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Nevada and California roads are open for test drives of autonomous, robot cars. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why your life insurance is key to financial planning for your special-needs child]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/how-to-use-life-insurance-to-plan-for-special-needs-kids.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/how-to-use-life-insurance-to-plan-for-special-needs-kids.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Tips and resources for how to use your life insurance policy to ensure financial security of your special-needs child. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Insurance perks for the 1 percent]]></title>
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            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/insurance-for-high-net-worth.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Special services for the wealthy: health insurance, car insurance, life insurance and homeowner insurance coverage. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Driving your car after it's totaled]]></title>
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            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/totaled-cars-and-titles.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Totaled cars don't have to be junked. We explain the process for obtaining a title and insurance if you still want to drive it. More at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Top 10 twister states and tips for filing natural disaster claims]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/top-10-twister-states-disaster-insurance-claim-advice.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/top-10-twister-states-disaster-insurance-claim-advice.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 06:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[States with the most tornadoes, and how to file a claim with homeowners insurance should you be affected by one. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Out of work? Tap your life insurance policy for quick cash]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/life-insurance-policy-as-financial-aid.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/life-insurance-policy-as-financial-aid.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Need money for financial emergency? How to tap your life insurance policy in a pinch. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The 411 on cellphone tickets and car insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/cellphone-tickets-and-car-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/cellphone-tickets-and-car-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:43:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Cellphone laws for drivers vary widely by state, as does how tickets impact auto insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Kelley Blue Book awards: Does lower ownership cost mean lower car insurance rates?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/lower-ownership-cost-lower-car-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/lower-ownership-cost-lower-car-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Kelley Blue Book Total Cost of Ownership Awards rates vehicles. Lower ownership cost means lower insurance rate. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Are insurance companies doing enough to protect victims of natural disasters?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/insurance-companies-cut-coverage-for-disasters.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/insurance-companies-cut-coverage-for-disasters.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Coverage for disasters is dropping while insurance deductibles go up, according to a recent report. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[IVF and insurance: What's the upshot?]]></title>
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            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/FAQs/healthFAQDetail.aspx/index/15</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 06:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Here are five key questions about infertility, ART and IVF treatment to ask your health insurer. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 free ways to prep your home for disaster]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/free-ways-to-prep-your-home-for-disaster.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/natural-disasters/free-ways-to-prep-your-home-for-disaster.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As wildfire, hurricane and tornado seasons approach, now's the time to prepare. Find out more at Insurance.com]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Love hurts: 5 insurance heartaches when good lovin's gone bad]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/insurance-heartaches-when-couples-split.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/life-events/insurance-heartaches-when-couples-split.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how how to keep your homeowner, health, life and car insurance affairs in order when your love life goes awry. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Car insurance firms revving up mobile app features]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/car-insurance-mobile-apps.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/car-insurance-mobile-apps.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Car insurance firms are all offering mobile insurance apps with lots of features. Find out more information at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 ways your boss is downsizing your health insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/how-employers-are-cutting-health-care-costs.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/how-employers-are-cutting-health-care-costs.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:35:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Average yearly health insurance premium to top $10,000 per worker, so employers to cut health care costs. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding Your Options for a Totaled Car]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If your car has been declared a total loss, what does this mean, and what are your options? Find out at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Owner of a broken part: recalls and car insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/recalls-and-car-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/turn-signals/recalls-and-car-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Mini and Kia recalls highlight the importance of knowing the defective parts drill. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Super Blow: Student-athlete health insurance covers concussion testing]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/athlete-health-insurance-covers-concussion-testing.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/health-insurance/coverage/athlete-health-insurance-covers-concussion-testing.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Wells Fargo's new health insurance coverage provides concussion testing and medical care for student athletes. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[I'm not buying it -- life insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/coverage/historic-low-not-buying-life-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/coverage/historic-low-not-buying-life-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Find out why individual life insurance ownership is at 50-year low. Insurance.com has the data and details.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Report: 10 tips for getting a fair car insurance settlement ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A Consumer Federation of America guide provides advice for navigating the claims maze.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Report: The cheapest (and most expensive) states for car insurance]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/cheapest-states-for-car-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/auto-insurance-basics/cheapest-states-for-car-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Iowa, at an average of $631 a year, had the lowest premiums in the country in 2009, according to a recent NAIC report. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[That'll cost ya: 7 deadly insurance sins]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/insurance-sins-that-cost-money.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/saving-money/insurance-sins-that-cost-money.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We highlight seven ways you can wind up paying more than you should for car, home and life insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Report: Weak highway safety laws result in $750 'crash tax']]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/weak-highway-safety-laws-cost-money.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/auto-insurance/safety/weak-highway-safety-laws-cost-money.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Report on highway safety laws grades states on texting, helmet and seat belts laws. Find out more at Insurance.com.
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            <title><![CDATA['Boomerang' kids and insurance: ensuring many happy returns]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/boomerang-kids-impact-insurance.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/home-and-renters-insurance/coverage/boomerang-kids-impact-insurance.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:49:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When adult children return home, it's time to reassess your home, car and health insurance. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Would you buy insurance from Facebook?]]></title>
            <link>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/coverage/facebook-selling-insurance-on-facebook.html</link>
            <guid>http://www.insurance.com/life-insurance/coverage/facebook-selling-insurance-on-facebook.html</guid>
            <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Research firm Gartner is predicting social networking sites such as Facebook will jump into the insurance business. Find out more at Insurance.com.]]></description>
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