Ava Lynch

Senior Analyst

Ava joined The Zebra as a writer and licensed insurance agent in 2016. She now works as a senior analyst, providing insights and data analysis as one of The Zebra's property and casualty insurance experts.

Ava’s insurance career began as an agent with Farmers Insurance. Over the years, she has become an authority in all things property and casualty insurance, helping her to write informative guides for shoppers.

Ava’s work has been cited in publications such as Investopedia, The Balance, Money.com, Liberty Mutual, U.S. News & World Report, GasBuddy, Car and Driver and Yahoo! Finance.

Expertise

Car insurance
Homeowners insurance
Life insurance
Renters insurance
Insurance bundling
Underwriting

Education

BA, Economics — University of Texas, Austin

Credentials

Licensed Insurance Agent — Property and Casualty

Latest posts by Ava Lynch

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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Car Insurance? | The Zebra

Do car insurance rates go up after bankruptcy? Let's explore the ins and outs of this financial situation and review some ways to save.

US Citizen Car Insurance in Canada

Will your American auto insurance cover you in Canada?

How Does a Failed Inspection Impact Car Insurance? | The Zebra

Best Car Insurance for Firefighters

Use The Zebra to get the best car insurance for firefighters from GEICO, Progressive, Nationwide, Liberty Mutual and Allstate (+100 other companies)

Hit And Run Car Insurance Coverage

Does car insurance cover hit and run damage? Let's examine the steps to take in the wake of an accident.

Car Insurance After Identity Theft | The Zebra

Because your credit score impacts your car insurance rate, identity theft can lead to more expensive auto insurance premiums. Learn more about how to deal with this situation.

Vanishing Deductible Car Insurance

Everything you need to know about auto insurance with a vanishing deductible.

Car Insurance Rates by Profession | Discounts & Tips | The Zebra

Which professions get the best car insurance discounts — military, medical, or educational? Learn more about how your job may impact your car insurance premiums, and find ways to save on your next policy with the help of The Zebra's insurance comparison engine.

Does Car Insurance Cover Natural Disasters?

Comprehensive car insurance coverage protects against natural disaster damage. Learn more below.

Does Car Insurance Cover Hail Damage?

Comprehensive car insurance typically covers hail damage — find out how to get the right coverage.