About
Andrew Hurst is a senior editor at Policygenius and a licensed auto insurance expert in the state of New York. Previously, he was a data writer at ValuePenguin and LendingTree. His work has also been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, USA Today, NPR, Mic, Insurance Business Magazine, ValuePenguin, 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 auto 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.
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Selected stories from Andrew
How do points on your license affect your insurance?
Updated | 6 min read
Points on your license can make your car insurance more expensive, but only because car insurance companies are looking at your driving record, not because of the points themselves.
Can an employer ask for proof of car insurance?
Updated | 4 min read
Yes, an employer is allowed to ask you for proof of auto insurance to confirm your policy is current and legitimate, and that you meet the minimum auto coverage requirements for your state.
DUI vs. DWI: What’s the difference?
Updated | 4 min read
DUIs and DWIs both have to do with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but depending on where you live, they can be different offenses with different penalties.
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