What Is Rental Car Insurance & Do You Need It?
There are several scenarios where you may need to purchase rental car insurance. If you're renting a more expensive car or one your credit card's insurance benefit can't cover, it's smart to take out insurance. It's also a good option if your standard auto insurance policy doesn't extend to rental cars. You can usually sign up for a policy at car rental stores if you need it.
Updated: November 28, 2023
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About Mark Fitzpatrick
Mark Fitzpatrick has analyzed the property and casualty insurance market for over five years, conducting original research and creating personalized content for every kind of buyer. Currently, he leads P&C insurance content production at MoneyGeek. Fitzpatrick has been quoted in several insurance-related publications, including CNBC, NBC News and Mashable.
Fitzpatrick earned a master’s degree in economics and international relations from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor’s degree from Boston College. He is passionate about using his knowledge of economics and insurance to bring transparency around financial topics and help others feel confident in their money moves.