Lizzie Nealon

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Freelance Writer, Forbes Advisor
Director, Touchdown Strategies

Washington, D.C.

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Covers: Personal finance, lifestyle, policy, news

Director at Touchdown Strategies | Writer @ForbesAdvisor @CNET @Bankrate

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What to know about renting a truck for an in-town move

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Road Rage Shooting Facts and Prevention | Bankrate

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Actual cash value Original

Apr 01, 2024 |

By Lizzie Nealon

| Yahoo Finance

Lizzie Nealon April 1, 2024 at 5:15 PM·7 min read Key takeaways Actual cash value means that you will not get a check from the insurance company for enough money to replace your damaged, lost, or stolen item with a brand new version. ACV home insurance policies offer limited coverage compared to RCV policies because depreciation is factored into your claim payout.

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How is fault determined in a car accident? Original

Feb 13, 2024 |

By Lizzie Nealon

| Yahoo Finance

Lizzie Nealon February 13, 2024 at 3:52 PM·8 min read After a car accident, one of the first orders of business is determining fault. Fault refers to who is deemed responsible for causing the incident. Car insurance companies rely on this information to resolve insurance claims and settlements. In some cases, determining fault is straightforward, but it can become complicated depending on the situation and laws in the state.

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Buying car insurance online

Feb 01, 2024 |

By Lizzie Nealon

| Aol

Key takeaways Many insurance providers offer the option to buy car insurance online, and it is possible to complete the entire process without leaving the comfort of your home. Before purchasing car insurance online, it is important to have the right details and information on hand, such as full names, birthdates, address and ZIP code, year, make and models of vehicles, and driver's license numbers.