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‘Everything Has Gone Up’: Retirees Feel Burdened by Inflation as Home Insurance Costs Surge

‘Everything Has Gone Up’: Retirees Feel Burdened by Inflation as Home Insurance Costs Surge

Groceries, medical care, and home insurance costs have surged in recent years, leaving some retirees feeling financially strained.

August 22, 2024
Home Renovation Insurance: What Homeowners Need to Know

Home Renovation Insurance: What Homeowners Need to Know

Learn if your home insurance policy covers renovations, when to update your policy, and how to choose the right coverage to protect your home during improvements.

August 21, 2024
What Is Condo Insurance?

What Is Condo Insurance?

If you’re curious about condo insurance, learn about what it covers and who needs it.

August 21, 2024
Mobile Home Insurer Cancels Policies in Florida

Mobile Home Insurer Cancels Policies in Florida

American Mobile Insurance Exchange (AMIE) announced it’s canceling mobile and manufactured home policies across Florida, citing $15 million in losses.

3 min. readAugust 20, 2024
Can You Get Homeowners Insurance Without an Inspection?

Can You Get Homeowners Insurance Without an Inspection?

Insurers don’t always require an inspection to sell you a home insurance policy, but most companies will want to assess your home in person.

August 20, 2024
Flood Insurance: What It Covers and Who Needs It

Flood Insurance: What It Covers and Who Needs It

Flood insurance protects you financially if a flood damages your home and belongings. Learn where to buy it and what it costs.

August 18, 2024
Cheapest Homeowners Insurance for Seniors (@CurrentYear)

Cheapest Homeowners Insurance for Seniors (2024)

Learn which insurance companies offer the cheapest homeowners policies for seniors, what these policies cover, and how to get even lower insurance rates.

August 16, 2024
Hurricane Debby’s Uninsured Losses Could Top $9.7 Billion, Report Shows

Hurricane Debby’s Uninsured Losses Could Top $9.7 Billion, Report Shows

Losses from Hurricane Debby could top $12 billion, with $9.7 billion of that occurring in areas where homeowners and businesses may be less likely to have flood insurance, a new report shows.

2 min. readAugust 15, 2024
What Is Force-Placed Insurance on a Home?

What Is Force-Placed Insurance on a Home?

Force-placed insurance is a policy your lender takes out when your homeowners insurance lapses or your insurer cancels it. Learn more.

4 min. readAugust 15, 2024
Progressive halts new home insurance policies in Texas and some Midwestern states

Progressive halts new home insurance policies in Texas and some Midwestern states

Progressive will no longer sell new home insurance policies in Texas as of Aug. 13, according to a report from P&C Specialist. And Midwestern states like Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and Wisconsin could be next on the underwriting chopping block, P&C Specialist reported.

2 min. readAugust 14, 2024
Hurricane Beryl Already Increasing Insurance Costs for Texans

Hurricane Beryl Already Increasing Insurance Costs for Texans

Hurricane Beryl, the first hurricane to hit Texas this year, caused billions in insured losses, and the resulting claims are already driving rate increases across the state.

2 min. readAugust 14, 2024
How to Buy Flood Insurance for Your Home

How to Buy Flood Insurance for Your Home

Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster, and FEMA recommends every property owner consider buying flood insurance.

August 14, 2024
Do You Need Flood Insurance?

Do You Need Flood Insurance?

Curious if flood insurance coverage is right for your home? Learn what you need to consider here.

August 14, 2024
Best Homeowners Insurance for Veterans and Military Members (@CurrentYear)

Best Homeowners Insurance for Veterans and Military Members (2024)

Armed Forces Insurance, USAA, and Farmers have some of the best homeowners insurance for veterans and active-duty members of the military.

August 14, 2024
Gen Z Grasps at the American Dream of Homeownership but Struggles With Nihilistic Spending

Gen Z Grasps at the American Dream of Homeownership but Struggles With Nihilistic Spending

Gen Z is hustling to achieve a new version of the American dream amid recession fears and the constant temptation to spend online.

August 12, 2024