Andrew Hurst
Senior Editor & Licensed Insurance Expert
About
Andrew Hurst is a former senior editor at Policygenius who has spent his entire career writing about life, disability, home, auto, and health insurance. Previously, he was a data writer at ValuePenguin and LendingTree. His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, Forbes, USA Today, NPR, Mic, Insurance Business Magazine, and Property Casualty 360.
Experience highlights
As of May 2022, Andrew is a licensed property & casualty insurance agent in the state of New York.
At Policygenius, Andrew writes content about many different types of insurance insurance with an eye toward providing the best on-page experience for people looking for answers to their personal finance questions.
Previously, as a technical and data writer at ValuePenguin and LendingTree, Andrew researched and wrote more than 250 articles about all types of insurance.
Andrew's expertise have been featured in numerous print publications, including The Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. He has also appeared in more than one dozen on-camera and radio interviews. Highlights include appearances on NPR's Marketplace and Cheddar News.
In the press
The New York Times, Should You Get Flood Insurance for Your Home?
The Wall Street Journal, Want to Lower Your Homeowners Insurance Premium? There Are Discounts for the Taking
NPR, In Texas, first it was no electricity, then no water, now burst pipes
Mic, Zoning policies have put millions at risk of losing everything to wildfires
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Want to interview a Policygenius expert?
Journalist on a deadline? Our press team can connect you with our experts to discuss insurance, personal finance, and more. They’re also pretty friendly.
press@policygenius.comPolicygenius content follows strict guidelines for editorial accuracy and integrity. Learn about our editorial standards and how we make money.
Pro tip
Andrew Hurst
Insurance can be complicated, but our team of knowledgeable experts can help you make the best decisions for your future. You don't have to navigate these confusing concepts alone.
Selected stories from Andrew
The Policygenius Life Insurance Price Index October 2024
Published November 04, 2024 | 1 min read
Life insurance rates remained mostly steady in October, according to the Policygenius Life Insurance Price Index (PLIPI). The PLIPI uses real-time rate data to reveal pricing trends and industry changes.
Guide to Home Insurance in Texas (2024)
Updated | 4 min read
Find the best home insurance companies in your area, the average cost of home insurance where you live, and more with our guide to home insurance in Texas.
Guide to home insurance in Colorado (2024)
Updated | 3 min read
We break down everything you need to know about home insurance in Colorado — from average costs, the best companies, how to prepare for wildfire season, and much more.
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