Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

What might seem like a money-saving move often backfires.

Umbrella insurance is a form of personal liability insurance that covers claims in excess of regular homeowners, auto, or watercraft policy coverage. It acts as an additional layer of protection for ...

Umbrella insurance isn't just for millionaires or high-risk daredevils. It's a type of extra liability coverage that could protect your home, income and savings if you're ever hit with a costly ...

With a question about umbrella coverage, your net worth doesn't much apply. The question is more about what you need in order to protect yourself, your assets and your family. That has more to do with ...

An umbrella policy is a type of liability insurance that extends the coverage to a higher amount than the regular home, auto, or boat insurance combined. Currently, only a fifth of insurance holders ...

Life can be unpredictable. One moment you can be driving to work and the next you can get into an accident. Or maybe you’re hosting a party and someone gets injured at your house. When these types of ...

It's the holiday season, and you are throwing a festive party to celebrate the occasion. As the evening winds down, Cousin Ralph, who had a bit too much eggnog, misses the last step and slides down ...

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. J.R. Whalen: Here's Your Money Briefing from Monday, August 5th. I'm J.R. Whalen ...