News
Home insurance rates are soaring in Iowa. Here's the reason why
15+ hour, 17+ min ago (434+ words) Home insurance premiums have been steadily increasing since 2020. That's not going to change in 2026. So if you're already tightening your belt from inflation, you might want to factor in rising homeowner's insurance into your budget. Only one state " Colorado " saw…...
State Farm forced into humiliating climb down after drone spying scandal
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (387+ words) State Farm has finally agreed to renew the insurance of a Santa Ana homeowner after drones were used to spy on her house. Linda Bennett said she felt an enormous relief after the insurer reversed its decision to pull her…...
Chicago homeowner claims insurer used Google images to deny porch collapse claim
1+ week, 1+ day ago (634+ words) A Chicago homeowner says her insurer denied her porch collapse claim using Google images to argue the damage was pre-existing. Taneika Smith said she had passed inspection and maintained the property, but now faces $6, 000 to $10, 000 in repair costs. The dispute…...
5 Sacrifices People Have Made To Afford Home Insurance
1+ week, 2+ day ago (415+ words) According to a new survey from Insurify, home insurance rates have risen significantly in the past year. When asked, 59% of homeowners saw their insurance premiums increase in 2025. As a result, most homeowners said they have made some sort of financial…...
After a Florida woman's house fire, her insurer declared it a total loss " but has no say in whether it gets rebuilt. Here's who actually decides
1+ week, 4+ day ago (664+ words) A Tampa woman lost her home in a fire " and then received a municipal notice giving her 21 days to demolish it. If she didn't comply, the city would do it on her behalf and send her the bill. The problem?...
Women are increasingly homeowners, but can experience home insurance coverage gaps
4+ week, 1+ day ago (868+ words) With March being Women's History Month, it's a fitting time to celebrate the remarkable achievements women around the world make every day. But it's also an ideal time for women to think about the future and the best ways to…...
Illinois pushes rate-hike protections forward despite consumer cost fears
2+ week, 2+ day ago (459+ words) (The Center Square) " Home and auto insurance providers in Illinois could face new oversight and regulation after a Senate bill recently passed the House, despite concerns from Republican lawmakers and insurance industry groups. The bill passed primarily along party lines,…...
The Replacement Cost Reality Check: When Home Insurance Safety Nets Fall Short
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1678+ words) It looks like a dollhouse," says Emily Gershon, about her Maryland home. From the front, it looks fine. But then the whole back of the house and the roof are just gone." On a crisp October day, Gershon and her…...
Florida homeowners insurance company accused of siphoning profits
2+ week, 5+ day ago (9+ words) AOL. com...
Actual cash value vs. replacement cost: Which renters policy saves you money?
4+ mon, 4+ day ago (1019+ words) The world of insurance can often feel like deciphering an overly complex text. The field is dense, confusing, and frequently causes frustration for policyholders. However, when examining renters insurance, one critical distinction exists that can determine financial outcomes following a…...