Michelle Lambright Black

Michelle Lambright Black

Personal Finance Writer

Experience

  • personal finance
  • auto insurance
  • home insurance

Michelle's expertise

Michelle Lambright Black is a credit expert, content writer, and founder of CreditWriter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience writing and speaking about credit and money and has been writing for Compare.com since 2023.

Michelle’s work has appeared in publications such as Yahoo! Finance, Reader’s Digest, Parents, FICO, Forbes, Bankrate, The Seattle Times, MarketWatch, BuySide from Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Insurify, and more.

In her writing, she focuses on helping families and small business owners make smart, informed decisions about their credit, money, and financial products (including insurance).

Michelle is also a three-time finalist for the best personal finance freelancer award from the Plutus Foundation.

Our editorial standards

It’s our mission to create comprehensive, helpful, and accurate content that empowers you to make more informed decisions with your money. In order to do that, our independent editorial team rigorously edits and fact-checks all of the content you see on Compare.com. These seasoned editors, licensed insurance agents, and certified data analysts review each article we write and ensure all of our content reflects our five key principles: honesty, accuracy, independence, transparency, and trustworthiness.

Meet our editorial team and learn about our rigorous editorial standards for more information.

Latest articles by Michelle

Jaguar Car Insurance Costs & Cheapest Companies in 2026

Jaguar Car Insurance Costs & Cheapest Companies in 2026

Jaguar drivers pay an average of $236 per month for full-coverage car insurance. Mercury is the most affordable insurer for Jaguar drivers, but it won’t be the best choice for everyone.
The Cheapest Auto Insurance Companies in Wyoming in 2026

The Cheapest Auto Insurance Companies in Wyoming in 2026

USAA is the cheapest auto insurer in Wyoming, with an average monthly rate of $24.
The Cheapest Auto Insurance Companies in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 2026

The Cheapest Auto Insurance Companies in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 2026

USAA offers the lowest car insurance rates in Milwaukee, with rates starting at $51 per month.
Volvo Car Insurance Costs & Cheapest Companies in 2026

Volvo Car Insurance Costs & Cheapest Companies in 2026

Volvo drivers pay an average of $183 per month for full-coverage car insurance. Safeco offers the cheapest average rates for Volvo vehicles.
Infiniti Car Insurance Costs & Cheapest Companies in 2026

Infiniti Car Insurance Costs & Cheapest Companies in 2026

Full-coverage car insurance for the Infiniti averages $186 per month. Drivers can find the cheapest average rates with Travelers, depending on vehicle model, coverage levels, and driver profile.
The Cheapest Auto Insurance Companies in Richmond, Virginia, in 2026

The Cheapest Auto Insurance Companies in Richmond, Virginia, in 2026

Auto-Owners offers the cheapest car insurance rates in Richmond. But your premiums may differ based on several personal factors.
Do You Need Insurance to Drive Someone Else’s Car?

Do You Need Insurance to Drive Someone Else’s Car?

You typically don’t need insurance to drive someone’s car if you have their permission and they have car insurance. Learn how this works.
Does Your Car’s Color Affect Your Insurance Rates?

Does Your Car’s Color Affect Your Insurance Rates?

Red cars don’t cost more to insure than any other color vehicle, but unique or custom paint jobs can increase rates in some situations.
How Does a Rebuilt Title Affect Your Car Insurance?

How Does a Rebuilt Title Affect Your Car Insurance?

Buying a rebuilt-title car could make it more challenging and more expensive to insure your vehicle. Learn more here.
How Age Affects Car Insurance Rates

How Age Affects Car Insurance Rates

Age is a key factor that affects your car insurance rate. Younger drivers pay more because they're higher risk, while seniors pay less.