Lauren (Hansen) Holznienkemper is a lead editor for the small business vertical at Forbes Advisor, specializing in HR, payroll and recruiting solutions for small businesses. Using research and writing ...

To counter the rising cost of home repairs, a growing number of homeowners are buying home warranties, which cover appliances, HVAC systems, electrical and plumbing and other household systems. CNBC ...

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, ...

Homeowners and car insurance have at least one thing in common — rising premiums. The average cost of auto insurance jumped 18% between June 2025 and June 2026, according to data from the insurance ...