Articles by Kevin Mercadante

Kevin Mercadante is a former mortgage loan officer and blogger behind Out of Your Rut. He is an expert in mortgages, career strategies and retirement planning. Education: B.S. in Accounting and Finance from Montclair State University.

Ohio Car Insurance: Get Coverage at the Lowest Rates See the average car insurance rates for Ohio drivers based on coverage level, location, and insurer and learn how to save on your auto coverage premiums. Motorcycle Insurance: A Guide to Buying the Right Policy for Proper Coverage Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Motorcycle Insurance: A Guide to Buying the Right Policy for Proper Coverage Motorcycle insurance is much like standard auto insurance, but you will need a... Texas Car Insurance: Guide to Getting Coverage at the Lowest Rates Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Texas Car Insurance: Guide to Getting Coverage at the Lowest Rates As car insurance premiums go, Texas is at about the middle of the pack among the... New Jersey Car Insurance: How to Qualify for the Cheapest Rates See the average rates for car insurance in New Jersey based on coverage levels and location -- and find out how to qualify for lower premiumes. Illinois Car Insurance: How to Qualify for the Cheapest Rates See how much it costs to get car insurance in Illinois based on coverage levels and location, including ways to qualify for the cheapest policy rates. Minnesota Car Insurance: How to Shop for the Cheapest Rates Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Minnesota Car Insurance: How to Shop for the Cheapest Rates Minnesota is home to the twin cities and 10,000 lakes. The state also provides... Pending Balance vs. Available Balance: Which Amount is Most Accurate? Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Pending Balance vs. Available Balance: Which Amount is Most Accurate? You may have noticed that your bank account reflects two balances. The first is... Chase Student Checking Account 2024 Review Learn about all the details of the Chase Student Checking Account, including its fees and features. Compare it to other college student checking accounts. How to Buy Life Insurance: A Step-by-Step Guide Follow this step-by-step guide to buying your first life insurance policy so that you ensure that loved ones are financially secure with the right coverage. Collision vs. Comprehensive: Optional Car Insurance Coverages Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Collision vs. Comprehensive: Optional Car Insurance Coverages Though it’s typical for car owners to think of car insurance as a single cohesive...