Penny is an expert on insurance procedures, rates, policies and claims. She has extensive knowledge of all major insurance lines -- auto, homeowners, life and health insurance. She has been answering consumers’ questions as an analyst for more than 15 years and has been featured in numerous major media outlets, including the Washington Post and Kiplinger’s. Read full bio >>
Michelle, the former editorial director, insurance, at QuinStreet, is a writer, editor and expert on car insurance and personal finance. Prior to joining QuinStreet, she reported and edited articles on technology, lifestyle, education and government for magazines, websites and major newspapers, including the New York Daily News. Read full bio >>
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CSAA Insurance Group is part of the nation-wide AAA-affiliated insurance companies. While the CSAA Insurance Group is primarily associated with AAA Northern California, Nevada and Utah, it’s extended its presence to become a provider of AAA-branded insurance from coast-to coast. CSAA Insurance Group now offers insurance to AAA members in 23 states plus the District of Columbia. Look for their offerings in these states:
In order to purchase AAA auto insurance, you must be a AAA member – with annual dues ranging from $48 -$98 depending on the club. AAA boasts 55.6 million members in the U.S. and Canada, and AAA offers a substantial amount of services, programs and discounts for AAA members. Some of these services include insurance, access to roadside assistance (regardless of vehicle or location within the U.S.), travel agencies, AAA Diamond rating system and discounts at partner locations.
Penny is an expert on insurance procedures, rates, policies and claims. She has extensive knowledge of all major insurance lines -- auto, homeowners, life and health insurance. She has been answering consumers’ questions as an analyst for more than 15 years and has been featured in numerous major media outlets, including the Washington Post and Kiplinger’s.