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Mary Beth Eastman

Contributing Researcher Expertise Topics: Personal Finance

Mary Beth Eastman is an authority on personal finance topics including home, auto, and life insurance as well as mortgages, loans, and credit. Her work appears in major national brands and publishers, including U.S. News and World Report, Newsweek, The Wall Street Journal, Homes.com, Angi, and others. She also serves on the board of the Falcon Media Alumni at Bowling Green State University.

Mary's Latest Articles

Cheapest cars to insure in California: 2026 Rankings by vehicle make and model
Is your driving app selling your data? What to know about telematics and car insurance
Minimum liability car insurance requirements by state (2026)
Umbrella insurance calculator: How much umbrella insurance do you need?
How to switch car insurance when you’re relocated for military service
Best car insurance companies in 2026: How to choose the right company for you
How to lower your car insurance costs: Proven ways to save on coverage
State Farm car insurance review: Affordability, discounts and claims
GEICO car insurance review: Low rates and digital tools
Nationwide car insurance review: Discounts, claims and coverage options
The cheapest sports cars to insure in 2026
Farmers car insurance review: Coverage options and discounts
USAA car insurance review: Exclusive coverage for military families
Allstate Car Insurance Review: Coverage Options and IntelliDrive
Cheapest van insurance in 2026: Compare and save
Massachusetts' auto insurance law changes: What drivers need to know
What’s driving the cost of new and used cars in 2026?
How new insurance rules are reducing rate pressure for drivers
How much is car insurance? See average costs in 2026
Car insurance for international students in the U.S.: How to get licensed and insured
Car insurance for college students
Do all states require car insurance?
Can you get car insurance for $100 a month?
Cell phone talking, texting and driving laws: Penalties by state
Lapse in car insurance coverage: Penalties by state
Two-thirds of insurance consumers say they don’t support Trump tariffs if they lead to rate hikes
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