Brett Benningfield

Associate Web Publisher

Brett Benningfield is an Associate Web Publisher for Reviews.com. He has spent countless hours researching and writing about insurance and financial services. Joining in November of 2018 Brett has helped Reviews by delivering research and expertise on a variety of topics like insurance, finance, and more.

brett.benningfield@reviews.com

The Latest from Brett

Rheem Air Conditioner Review

Mar 03, 2020 | Review

Rheem offers seven primary air conditioner models, each with multiple variations to create 102 unique products. Six of the seven models are Energy Star certified (all except the RA17 non-communicating), and most units have a SEER rating of 16 or greater. SEER ratings measure the energy efficiency of a cooling system over an entire...

New Survey Finds Majority of Cord Cutters Unlikely to Return to Cable

Jan 16, 2020 | Review

FORT MILL, SC — Jan. 15, 2020 — A new study commissioned by Reviews.com takes a look at why Americans choose to cut the cord, and the satisfaction of those who have. The survey found that, of those who have completely cut the cord, 77% did so for money-related reasons, with 81% reporting they...

Homeowners Insurance FAQ

Nov 21, 2019 | News

Homeowners insurance is a big decision, and the last thing anyone needs when choosing a provider is confusion. Down below are some of the most frequently asked questions about homeowners insurance. Who Has the Cheapest Homeowners Insurance? Determining which insurance company will give you the cheapest rates for homeowners insurance will vary according to the…

Independent vs. Captive Insurance Agents: What You Need to Know

Nov 19, 2019 | News

Insurance agents play a huge part in many policyholder’s insurance journeys, acting as a bridge between the provider and you. Agents can help make sense of what coverage best fits you and your unique situation, which can be very helpful since insurance is not a “one size fits all” industry. Whether you’re in the market…

Reviews.com Study Shows Millennials Pay More For Car Insurance Than Other Drivers

Oct 03, 2019 | News

A new study by Reviews.com focused on auto insurance and millennials found millennials pay significantly more for car insurance than other drivers. For the study, Reviews.com, partnering with Quadrant Information Services, analyzed 55 million sample rates from over 34,000 ZIP codes across all 50 states. The driver profiles took into account different driver histories, risk…

Auto Insurance Companies Ratings

Jan 22, 2019 | Review

Car Insurance Companies and Ratings for 2019 We love car insurance. Or, more accurately: We love helping you find the best car insurance. And thanks to four years’ worth of research and reviews, we’re pretty familiar with the industry’s big players. Below, we share our ratings for the top 20 car insurance companies in the...

The Best Florida Homeowners Insurance Companies

Sep 14, 2016 | Review

The Best Florida Homeowners Insurance Companies The sunshine state is no stranger to weather events, flooding, hurricanes, and wildfires, are all situations a dynamic provider can handle. So with our top picks, you can be assured to get grade-A coverage for you and your assets. In order to create our list, we spent time digging...

The Best Maryland Auto Insurance Company

Nov 16, 2015 | Review

The Best Maryland Auto Insurance Companies With Maryland’s high traffic density, frequent auto thefts, and many uninsured drivers, the state’s typical auto insurance premium is about $107 above the national average. Of course, that varies depending on many factors. If you live in a city, have a history of accidents, or drive a commonly stolen...

The Best Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Company

Nov 06, 2015 | Review

The Best Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Companies Auto insurance seems like just another monthly expense — until you actually need it. Fortunately, drivers in the Keystone State can expect to pay premiums slightly below the national average, largely due to Pennsylvania’s low minimum liability requirements. Finding the best auto insurance in Pennsylvania isn’t just about getting...

The Best North Carolina Auto Insurance Company

Nov 06, 2015 | Review

The Best North Carolina Auto Insurance Companies North Carolina drivers pay relatively low premiums — only $789 compared to the nationwide average of $1,009 — and although the national average has gone up by 20% since 2011, North Carolinians still see the cheapest auto insurance rates in the country. Finding the best auto insurance in...