Flooding and mudslides pose unique challenges for homeowners when it comes to insurance. Many find out they are either ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Homeowners and renters are urged to review their insurance policies, as standard policies often exclude flood damage, requiring separate flood insurance. Flood insurance can be purchased through ...

Did you know that because of the government shutdown, FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program is not available to new customers or people who want to increase their coverage? On March 15, Congress ...

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which insures nearly 5 million properties across the U.S., has officially lapsed following the government shutdown. As of midnight on Sept. 30, FEMA can no ...

North Carolinians are no strangers to flooding. As Helene and Chantal showed, that's true for more than just coastal counties. But a new study found that more than 40% of properties that have flooded ...

It’s hard to imagine the heartbreak of losing almost everything in a flood, but that is just the start of the process of ...

Discover what homeowners insurance typically covers and what it doesn't cover, like flooding or earthquakes. Ensure that your ...

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) cannot issue new flood insurance policies during a government shutdown. Existing NFIP policies remain valid if issued on or before September 30, 2025 and ...

PACIFIC, Wash. — Ten days after a breach along the White River forced hundreds of residents in Pacific to evacuate their homes, the city and King County Emergency Management are trying to secure ...