Preston Micalizio

Preston Micalizio

Insurance Expert
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Preston Micalizio writes insurance content for SmartFinancial. He brings three years of professional experience writing in various industries, from higher education to e-commerce. He strives to engage with the audience, provide accurate reporting and make complex subjects easily digestible.

Expertise
Renters Insurance, Homeowners Insurance, Medicare
Education
B.A. in English from Reed College
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Recent Articles

Renters Insurance
What’s the Difference Between Home Insurance and Renters Insurance?

The key difference between homeowners insurance and renters insurance is that homeowners insurance covers the residence structure itself plus the homeowner’s personal property, while renters insurance covers only the tenant’s personal property but not the structure they live in.

Health Insurance
How To Find the Best Health Insurance in Kentucky

Compare quotes from multiple carriers to find the best Kentucky health insurance rate for coverage that meets your needs. While the "Bluegrass" State has no tax penalty or fines for going without health insurance, buying health coverage can help you avoid overwhelming medical bills and the risk of medical debt if you get injured and require rehabilitative treatment or develop a serious illness.

Health Insurance
How To Find the Best Health Insurance in Louisiana

Comparing rates from multiple carriers can help you find a Louisiana health insurance plan that best meets your budget and coverage needs. Shopping around is especially important since the cost of health insurance in the “Pelican” State is higher-than-average and you will want to save where you can.

Health Insurance
How To Find the Best Health Insurance in Indiana

The folks in Indiana have some options in terms of health care. We’ve gathered up all the information you need to make some informed decisions. Get started now.

Health Insurance
How To Find the Best Health Insurance in Illinois

To get the best Illinois health insurance plan for your needs, comparing quotes and benefits from multiple providers is a good idea. While there is no longer any tax penalty for going without health insurance in the Prairie State, having it is always a good idea so you will not go into severe debt if you get sick or hurt.

Health Insurance
How To Find the Best Health Insurance in Georgia

You’ll want to shop around to find the ideal health insurance option in Georgia, comparing multiple insurance carriers to get the best rate for your needs. There’s no tax penalty if you go without health insurance in the Peach State, but getting coverage may help protect you from medical debt due to an unexpected sickness or injury.

Auto Insurance
What Should I Do if I Get a Traffic Ticket in Another State?

Getting a ticket out of state should generally be treated with the same severity level as getting one in your home state, as you’ll likely face the consequences of a ticket regardless of where you received it. You’ll likely want to pay the traffic ticket or contest it in court, as ignoring the ticket could result in heavy fines, dropped insurance coverage and/or the suspension of your license, among other consequences.

Life Insurance
9 Scenarios and Types of Death Your Life Insurance Policy Might Not Cover

Instances where you’re found to have misrepresented yourself in your life insurance application, have a death that is excluded from coverage or allow your coverage to end before your death can all result in your life insurance payout being denied to your beneficiary or your policy being canceled. Life insurance policies are often taken out decades before a potential claim, making it critical to ensure you don’t waste the investment you’ve made in monthly premiums.

Renters Insurance
How To File a Renters Insurance Claim in 7 Steps

If you need to file a renters insurance claim, you’ll want to gather the necessary documentation and contact your insurance company as soon as possible. Avoid delays in filing and double-check that whatever loss you’re filing a claim for will be covered. Otherwise, your claim could be denied.