Fire can cause sudden and severe damage to your home and belongings, making it crucial to understand your fire insurance policy and know what to do if disaster strikes. This guide explains the basics ...

If your home was affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, here's how you can submit an insurance claim. Kaz Weida is an educator and freelance journalist who covers insurance, taxes, ...

Back in April, a big storm blew through my Missouri neighborhood, and golf ball–sized hail pounded my home with fierce intensity. A little later, I was sitting on my couch when I felt something wet ...

The recent fires in California had a devastating impact on various communities, with many homeowners losing or facing severe damage to their properties. As residents begin the challenging process of ...

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: In an aerial view, flood damage wrought by Hurricane Helene is seen along the Swannanoa River in Asheville, North Carolina. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images) Now that the ...

Your home insurance claim payout may be either a full or a partial payout, depending on the nature of the damage and your carrier’s policies. Filing a property insurance claim may increase your annual ...

"Experiencing a total loss goes beyond the financial impact, it is often a very emotional and overwhelming time for a homeowner," says Diane Delaney, executive director at Private Risk Management ...

Now that the threat of Hurricanes Helene and Milton has receded, millions of homeowners and business-owners across Florida and the Southeastern U.S. are faced with traversing the often long and ...

The recent L.A. County wildfires have left many families in a tough spot, trying to figure out what to do next. Should they rebuild in the area still at risk or move somewhere safer? A big factor in ...

Auto and home insurers have spent the past year adding dozens of new features and refinements to their mobile apps, such as automatic collision reporting capabilities, enhanced image upload and body ...