Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

Travel insurance is subject to the terms and conditions of your policy, so it’s vital to read your policy documents to understand the scope of coverage, policy limits and exclusions of your plan.

Buying life insurance is a major decision that requires careful planning. By asking these questions, you can ensure that you are making an informed choice. Making good choices with life insurance can ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The deadline for Governor Gavin Newsom to sign a record number of bills before the end of session has passed. 7 On Your Side is digging into why numerous bills that aimed to ...

Help is available Tuesday for those with insurance-related questions regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, the Maryland Insurance Administration said Monday. Virtual “disaster center” ...

Self-insurance has become a captivating concept in today’s world, driven by the complexities and challenges of modern insurance policies. Although it presents an alternative, it’s not without its ...

Penny Gusner is a senior insurance writer and analyst at Forbes Advisor. For more than 20 years, she has been helping consumers learn how insurance laws, data, trends, and coverages affect them. Penny ...

Brokers help find and recommend insurance policies by assessing client needs and researching options. Brokers are distinct from agents as they can't bind coverage; they facilitate policy application.