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Flood insurance issued by the United States National Flood Insurance Program covers loss and damage to dwellings and or property caused by a flood. There are different policies for buildings and personal property contained within buildings. A building policy does not cover personal property. It is important to have flood insurance on... more »
If you live in a high flood risk area, personal preparation is the key to avoiding disaster. Take solid steps ahead of time to ensure the safety of your family and minimize property loss, even when the flood waters come lapping at your doorstep. By following this list of flood safety tips, your family and home will be ready when... more »
Insurance rates vary for different people because of differences in risk, ability to pay premiums, value of what is being insured and the statistical model that the insurance company uses to quantify all of that. There are no objective methods to arrive at any of these relevant numbers, so insurance companies are likely to come up... more »
When disaster strikes, it is important to be prepared. Having your finances and possessions in order will greatly reduce the stress and disorder created by catatstrophes such as fire, floods, earthquakes and hurricanes. In this article I will offer some tips for filing claims, receiving emergency financial assistance and managing your... more »
Let’s begin with a warning for homeowners. There are hazards that you assume are covered in your homeowner's insurance until you discover that your claim has been turned down.
In 2003, my house burned to the ground along with a couple of thousand other homes in Southern California’s devastating Cedar Firestorm. The main hard... more »
When there is talk about flood insurance, there is also the usual question about who needs flood insurance. Many people have misconceptions about... more »
Most households in the United States know about the existence of flood insurance. Nearly one third of households either don't believe they need... more »
A flood policy is available from the National Flood Insurance Program, which is run by the federal government. Coverage includes building only,... more »
Flood insurance is a basic necessity for many Americans living near water. While the general term is known to most Americans, the details and... more »
If you live in a flood prone area, you must have considered buying flood insurance. If a flood ravages your home, the financial costs for... more »
Flood insurance protects one's home and property from damage caused by flooding and other phenomena that result from flooding such as mudslides.... more »
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