Insurance & Finance Resources
A curated collection of the tools, calculators, regulatory agencies, and educational resources we rely on in our own reporting — and that we recommend to readers. Every link has been verified by our editorial team.
Last verified: June 2026. We review all links quarterly. If you find a broken link, please let us know.
Government Insurance Resources
Official government agencies and tools for insurance consumers.
NAIC Consumer Information
National Association of Insurance Commissioners — file complaints, look up companies, and access consumer guides for all types of insurance.
Visit Resource →Healthcare.gov
Official Health Insurance Marketplace for ACA-compliant plans. Compare health insurance plans, check subsidy eligibility, and enroll during open enrollment.
Visit Resource →Medicare.gov
Official Medicare information — compare plans, check coverage, and enroll in Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D.
Visit Resource →FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Check your property's flood zone designation — essential for understanding whether you need flood insurance.
Visit Resource →State Insurance Department Directory
Find your state's insurance regulator. File complaints, verify agent licenses, and access state-specific consumer protection resources.
Visit Resource →Financial Planning Tools
Official calculators and tools from government agencies and trusted institutions.
IRS Withholding Estimator
Check if you're having the right amount of tax withheld from your paycheck.
Visit Resource →Social Security Benefits Estimator
Estimate your future Social Security retirement benefits based on your actual earnings record.
Visit Resource →CFPB Mortgage Calculator
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau tool to explore current mortgage interest rates.
Visit Resource →AnnualCreditReport.com
The ONLY federally authorized source for free credit reports from all three bureaus.
Visit Resource →FDIC BankFind
Verify that your bank is FDIC-insured and confirm your deposits are protected.
Visit Resource →SEC Investor.gov
SEC's investor education resource — check if your financial advisor is registered and report fraud.
Visit Resource →Industry Data & Research
Authoritative sources for insurance and financial data that we reference in our articles.
Insurance Information Institute (III)
Industry-supported information organization providing data, analysis, and educational content on all lines of insurance.
Visit Resource →LIMRA
Life Insurance Marketing and Research Association — industry research on life insurance ownership and market trends.
Visit Resource →Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey
Weekly survey of mortgage rates — the most widely cited source for tracking fixed mortgage rate trends.
Visit Resource →Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Comprehensive database of economic data from the St. Louis Fed.
Visit Resource →AM Best
Credit rating agency specializing in the insurance industry for assessing financial strength.
Visit Resource →Consumer Protection
Resources for resolving disputes, filing complaints, and protecting your rights.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
Federal agency protecting consumers in the financial sector. File complaints and access educational resources.
Visit Resource →Federal Trade Commission Consumer
Report identity theft, fraud, and unfair business practices.
Visit Resource →Better Business Bureau
Check business ratings, read consumer reviews, and file complaints.
Visit Resource →USA.gov Benefits Finder
Find government benefits you may be eligible for.
Visit Resource →Educational Resources
Free courses and educational materials for improving your financial literacy.
Khan Academy Personal Finance
Free, comprehensive personal finance course covering savings, budgeting, investing, taxes, and insurance.
Visit Resource →MyMoney.gov
U.S. government's financial literacy portal with tools and resources.
Visit Resource →FINRA Investor Education Foundation
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's education arm with research and free programs.
Visit Resource →Disclaimer: InsureWise is not affiliated with any of the organizations listed above. External links are provided for informational purposes and do not constitute endorsement.