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Sam Rakestraw
Senior Insurance Analyst

Sam Rakestraw
Sam Rakestraw is a senior insurance analyst and content writer for Insurance Navy. His articles are all written with a deep familiarity and knowledge of all aspects of the insurance industry. Sam is also a freelance journalist for publications such as Off-Kilter Media, where he has a reputation for interviewing up-and-coming local musicians. Sam has a BA in Journalism from High Point University.
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Recent Articles
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- Do you Need an SR-22 to Reinstate a Suspended Drivers License?
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- How Much Does SR-22 Insurance Cost?
- How to get Car Insurance Without a License
- Illinois Auto Insurance Requirements
- Georgia Car Insurance Requirements & Laws
- Indiana Auto Insurance Requirements and Laws in 2025
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- How Much Is The Car Insurance Discount For Driving School? - Drivers Ed Insurance Discount
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- How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?
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- What Is Collision Insurance? - Collision Car Insurance
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- Which States Require Front License Plates?
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- Can You Rent a Car Without Insurance?
- What are the Best Car Subscription Services?
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- How to Manage Your Insurance Policy Online
- Does Roadside Assistance Cover Rental Cars?
- What Happens If You Are At Fault In A Car Accident?
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- Do Lyft And Uber Drivers Get Reimbursed For Tolls?
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- What is a Car Insurance Broker Fee?
- How much does Defensive Driving Lower Car Insurance Rates?
- Which Car should you Assign your Teen as a Primary Driver?
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- Why Does Your Commercial Lease Require Liability Insurance?
- Types of Car insurance Fraud and Scams
- Can a PO Box be Used For Car Insurance?
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- Are Car Insurance Settlements Taxable?
- Additional Insured vs. Additional Interest
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