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Jessa Claeys is a former insurance editor for Bankrate and holds a personal lines insurance license in the state of Colorado. She covered auto, home and life insurance with the goal of helping others secure a healthy financial future. Jessa has over a decade of experience writing, editing and leading teams of content creators. Her work has been published by several insurance, personal finance and investment-focused publications, including BiggerPockets, 401(k) Specialist, BP Wealth and more.
Jessa earned her master’s degree in journalism and mass communication from the University of Denver. When she’s away from her desk, you can find her climbing mountains, paddling lakes or watching live music.
Insurance can be complicated. Fortunately, consumers have access to more (free!) tools and information than ever before, so making an educated decision is within our reach. It’s well worth taking a few minutes now to learn how to protect your financial wellness for years to come.
The best approach to insurance is a proactive one. Don't wait until disaster strikes to figure out what coverage you do or don't have in place.
— Jessa Claeys
Explore the cost gap between homeowners and renters insurance over a 14-year period.
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