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Erik J. Martin

Contributing Researcher Expertise Topics: Auto Insurance

Erik J. Martin is a Chicago area-based freelance writer whose articles have been published by AARP The Magazine, The Motley Fool, The Costco Connection, USAA, US Chamber of Commerce, Bankrate, The Chicago Tribune, and other publications.

He often writes on topics related to insurance, real estate, personal finance, business, technology, health care, and entertainment. Erik also hosts a podcast and publishes several blogs, including Martinspiration.com and Cineversegroup.com.

Erik's Latest Articles

How much does your insurance go up after a DUI?
How old must a car be to be considered a classic vehicle?
Why does my car insurance keep going up?
Car insurance rates by model: Compare rates for over 3,000 models in 2025
What is SR-50 insurance in Indiana?
Is my car insured? How to check if you have car insurance
Car insurance shopping for a new car
Gap insurance providers: Where to buy gap insurance
Average car insurance rates by age
Are wives, widows and former spouses of veterans eligible for USAA insurance?
Are grandparents eligible for USAA insurance?
What is the Massachusetts windshield replacement law?
Is a Canadian driver's license valid in the U.S.?
How do you get an insurance policy reinstated after it was canceled?
Understanding car insurance with an FR-44 in Virginia
What is the value of a rebuilt title vs. a clean title?
Guide to drowsy driving: Here's what you need to know about the safety and insurance implications
Guide to the best cars for teens
How much does electric car insurance cost?
What is an SR16 in Indiana?
Will insurance companies cover rust damage?
Will North Carolina tags be revoked when insurance lapses?
What is a major vs. minor traffic violation?
Guide: Here's what those liability car insurance numbers mean
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Can I be cited for driving without insurance if I get insurance that day?
Do I need comprehensive and collision insurance?
How long are you considered a new driver?
How do you get cheap car insurance for young adult drivers?
What is an anonymous car insurance quote?
Is a car totaled if the airbags deploy?
How to shop for car insurance for adult drivers
Collision vs. comprehensive insurance - What you need to know
How do uninsured drivers affect car insurance rates in Florida?
Raise your car insurance deductible to lower your rates: Savings by state
Detailed guide: Jobs that get car insurance discounts
Can you drive in the U.S. with a G2 — graduated license — from Ontario?
Can you negotiate car insurance?
How do I find out if I still need an SR-22?
Top summer driving dangers and road trip tips
Can a 16-year-old drive alone on a learner's permit in Florida?
Do I have to turn in my license plates when I cancel my insurance?
How to save on car insurance when your child goes to college
What happens to the lien if a car is totaled?
How to shop for car insurance for seniors
Guide to understanding SR-22A car insurance in Georgia
What you need to know about insuring an electric vehicle (EV)
What are good driver car insurance discounts?
How can I get cheap car insurance with bad credit?
Car insurance discounts for students
A guide to car insurance for college students out of state
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