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Allstate Raising Rates – Why Illinois Homeowners Are Feeling the Heat

Logan B.
Allstate rising rates

The Ripple Effects of Disasters Across State Lines When you think of California wildfires, Illinois might not be the first place that comes to mind. But for Illinois homeowners, the aftermath of these extreme weather events is becoming all too real. Insurance rates in the state are set for another round of increases, with companies like Allstate hiking premiums by 14.3%. And although Illinois hasn’t faced catastrophic fires or hurricanes, the impact of climate change is blurring geographical boundaries, causing ripple effects that stretch far beyond disaster zones. According to…

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Geico auto insurance rates headed skyward in Illinois

G. Turner
Geico auto Insurance

The average premiums increase is expected to be 3.5 percent, according to state records. Geico auto insurance will be increasing its rates in Illinois next year. The company, which is owned by Berkshire Hathaway, will raise premiums by an average of 3.5 across the state. The new Illinois auto insurance rates will become effective on February 6, 2017 for policy renewals. This is not the only increase being issued by Geico auto insurance. In fact, the insurer has been making similar announcements across the country. Throughout 2016, the average policy…

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