Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Michelle is a lead editor at Forbes Advisor. She has been a journalist for over 35 years, writing about insurance for consumers for the last decade. Prior to covering insurance, Michelle was a ...

Homeonwners insurance costs have been on the rise in the last several years. The average annual premium jumped 24% between 2021 and 2024, according to a December survey of American adults conducted by ...