Nicki Escudero

Contributing Writer​

Nicki Escudero is a freelance writer and journalist with more than 18 years of experience in the publishing industry, writing for international publications such as USA Today, Entrepreneur, Marketing Land, American Art Collector magazine and the Arizona Republic. She is passionate about helping readers discover helpful tips that lead to happier, healthier lives. A former Australian expat, Nicki has a passion for world travel and loves to learn about new cultures.

More from Nicki Escudero

Dairyland Car Insurance Review

Dairyland offers auto, motorcycle, SR22, and non-owner vehicle insurance to low- and high-risk drivers. Auto insurance prices from Dairyland tend to be higher than the competition, but for drivers who have trouble getting insured or who want to compare prices, Dairyland is worth considering. Dairyland offers a variety of insurance products, including DUI insurance, so ...

How to Keep Your Car from Being Stolen (And What to Do If It Is)

With stay-at-home orders mandated for quarantine throughout the U.S., there has been a significant drop in cars on the road. In fact, the Los Angeles Times reported seeing a60% year-over-year decrease in traffic on California’s roadways.  With more cars parked and staying in place, coupled with the economic strain affecting people who have lost their ...

State Car Insurance Requirements

Is Auto Insurance Required in Every State? No. State car insurance requirements are set on a state-by-state basis. Most states’ minimum insurance requirements include liability coverage for bodily injury or death and liability coverage for property damage. Many minimum auto insurance requirements for states will also include uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, so if someone ...

Frontpoint vs. Ring

nbsp; Monitoring Options Monitoring Prices starting at Installation Options Frontpoint 24/7 professional monitoring $44.40/month DIY Ring Self-monitoring,  24/7 professional monitoring $3/month DIY, professional Data as of 7/22/20 When you’re researching the best home security systems, you may be interested in comparing cost, features, products, and plans. Frontpoint security and Ring security systems are two of ...

The Best Websites to Learn a Hands-on Craft at Home

With various levels of stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines in place across the U.S., now is a great time for kids, teens, and adults to try out homemade crafts. Crafting can be an enjoyable experience because it requires your full focus: You can push any stress or worries aside and apply your attention to ...

Globe Life Insurance Review

Globe Life is a lesser-known life insurer offering basic policies for term life insurance, whole life insurance, and children’s life insurance. Globe Life doesn’t require a medical exam for any of its products, unlike other life insurance providers. This may benefit some applicants, but the coverage is also more limited, capping out at $100,000 for ...

How to Estimate Your Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance is important to have if you own a home. Without it, property damage or accidents that happen at your home could be very costly and difficult to recover from financially. Estimating the cost of homeowners insurance can be a big priority for new or potential home buyers. Based on 2021 data from Bankrate.com, ...

Does Owning a Pit Bull Increase Home Insurance Premiums? What Owners Should Know

Fast facts about pit bulls and home insurance: Pit bulls can increase home insurance premiums depending on the specific insurance company. There were over $790 million in claims made against home owners for dog-related attacks in 2019. Some major home insurance companies DO NOT increase premiums based on breed including Allstate, Amica, Nationwide, State Farm ...