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Louisiana’s Progressive policyholders to see rate cut
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (140+ words) BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) " Progressive policyholders in Louisiana could see rates decrease after the state approved requests. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple approved requests from Progressive Security Insurance Company for a 6.6% average rate decrease and Progressive Paloverde Insurance Company for…...
Homeowners face nightmare scenario after major insurance company goes belly-up: 'How do you do that to people?"
6+ day, 14+ hour ago (303+ words) Hurricanes leave devastation in their wake, and at least one insurance company has gone broke rather than try to pay the homeowners insurance claims that it owes, according to Grist and Verite News. FedNat Insurance Co. looked good on paper,…...
Property insurance rates
2+ week, 1+ day ago (43+ words) Residents say property insurance claims are still on the rise. Dale Bozzio, singer and songwriter of Missing Persons, opens up about the serious health challenges she now faces as a result of her ... Residents say property insurance claims are still…...
Experts issue warning over skyrocketing costs impacting homeowners: 'This is a warning for us"
2+ week, 1+ day ago (515+ words) Natural disaster costs in Canada are rising at an unsustainable rate, the Vancouver Sun reported. Increasing losses could make it harder for communities to rebuild. As our planet warms, more water evaporates into the atmosphere. The reduction in the amount…...
Home Insurance Is Up Nearly 70%—These Tips Can Help You Save in 2026
2+ week, 3+ day ago (1321+ words) As the new year approaches, many homeowners are resolving to save more, and few expenses have surged faster than home insurance. Premiums have climbed nearly 70% since 2021, with an additional 16% increase projected by 2027, according to industry estimates. These spikes have made…...
Fort Myers Beach regains FEMA Class 5 rating, bringing potential flood insurance savings
2+ week, 3+ day ago (54+ words) Homeowners and business owners on Fort Myers Beach could see 25% discounts on flood insurance next year after FEMA recognized the town's improved flood protection standards. Homeowners and business owners on Fort Myers Beach could see 25% discounts on flood insurance next…...
Beyond the house: Insuring your deck, fence, and detached garage
2+ week, 4+ day ago (842+ words) When homeowners review their policy, their focus often remains on Coverage A: Dwelling, which is the physical structure of the main house. However, a significant portion of a property's value resides in its external, unattached structures, such as detached garages, fencing,…...
Types Of Insurance Renters Should Have But Might Not Know
2+ week, 4+ day ago (855+ words) You've probably heard of homeowner's insurance. But if you're renting and need some sort of coverage, here are some renter's policies you should know. Renting a house, apartment, or condo comes with a lot of obligation to maintain your home…...
Do I need renters insurance if my landlord has coverage?
3+ week, 6+ day ago (994+ words) It is a common question and one that makes perfect sense. If the landlord is insured, surely that coverage extends to the tenant and everything inside the unit if the worst happens. A tenant has a roof over their head,…...
What's behind homeowners insurance premium hikes in N.Y.?
4+ week, 2+ day ago (80+ words) New York homeowners are watching their insurance premiums climb. Meanwhile, insurance companies are making large profits in the Empire State, lawmakers say. So where's the money going? Are New Yorkers subsidizing other states? CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports....