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Home insurance at $10,000 a year shows California buyers' pain

Challenges in securing and affording home insurance exacerbate California's already difficult housing market.

Home Insurance: Is a Large Deductible With Lower Premiums Better Than a Small Deductible With Higher Premiums?

Homeowners should carefully consider deductibles and premiums when choosing insurance, with factors like location impacting the decision.

Home insurance premiums could soon stabilize

Home insurance premiums are stabilizing despite prior sharp increases and ongoing risk factors.

Home insurance at $10,000 a year shows California buyers' pain

Challenges in securing and affording home insurance exacerbate California's already difficult housing market.

Home Insurance: Is a Large Deductible With Lower Premiums Better Than a Small Deductible With Higher Premiums?

Homeowners should carefully consider deductibles and premiums when choosing insurance, with factors like location impacting the decision.

Home insurance premiums could soon stabilize

Home insurance premiums are stabilizing despite prior sharp increases and ongoing risk factors.
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#disaster-preparedness

5 Immediate Things You Should Do If Your House Floods

Be prepared for flooding by knowing the necessary protective steps to safeguard health and property.

5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy

Homeowners often misunderstand their insurance policies, thinking all disasters are covered, which can lead to devastating financial consequences after events like Hurricane Helene.

5 Immediate Things You Should Do If Your House Floods

Be prepared for flooding by knowing the necessary protective steps to safeguard health and property.

5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy

Homeowners often misunderstand their insurance policies, thinking all disasters are covered, which can lead to devastating financial consequences after events like Hurricane Helene.
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#natural-disasters

Home insurance premiums are projected to skyrocket up to 14% this year in these 13 states as climate change causes an 'insurance crisis'

Climate change is increasing the severity of natural disasters, leading to a rising home insurance crisis in many states.

The housing market's home insurance shock, as told by an interactive map

Home insurance premiums in the U.S. have risen sharply, particularly in disaster-prone areas, driven by high reinsurance costs and increasing housing expenses.

Is anywhere safe from hurricanes? The 10 states with the lowest risk of damage

Hurricane Helene exemplifies the growing threat of deadly storms exacerbated by climate change, resulting in widespread destruction and loss.

Buying a home in one of these 9 climate-risk states? Here's how to deal with spiking home insurance rates from someone who lives in one

Climate change is significantly impacting home insurance prices, particularly in states with high natural disaster risks.

'The sexiest race on the ballot': Why the role of insurance commissioner is suddenly in the spotlight

Climate change significantly impacts home insurance prices, affecting everyday Americans and shifting public focus towards insurance commissioners.

Is Anywhere Safe From Hurricanes? The 10 States With the Lowest Risk of Damage

Hurricane Helene highlights the increasing severity of natural disasters, raising concerns about safety and insurance for homeowners across affected regions.

Home insurance premiums are projected to skyrocket up to 14% this year in these 13 states as climate change causes an 'insurance crisis'

Climate change is increasing the severity of natural disasters, leading to a rising home insurance crisis in many states.

The housing market's home insurance shock, as told by an interactive map

Home insurance premiums in the U.S. have risen sharply, particularly in disaster-prone areas, driven by high reinsurance costs and increasing housing expenses.

Is anywhere safe from hurricanes? The 10 states with the lowest risk of damage

Hurricane Helene exemplifies the growing threat of deadly storms exacerbated by climate change, resulting in widespread destruction and loss.

Buying a home in one of these 9 climate-risk states? Here's how to deal with spiking home insurance rates from someone who lives in one

Climate change is significantly impacting home insurance prices, particularly in states with high natural disaster risks.

'The sexiest race on the ballot': Why the role of insurance commissioner is suddenly in the spotlight

Climate change significantly impacts home insurance prices, affecting everyday Americans and shifting public focus towards insurance commissioners.

Is Anywhere Safe From Hurricanes? The 10 States With the Lowest Risk of Damage

Hurricane Helene highlights the increasing severity of natural disasters, raising concerns about safety and insurance for homeowners across affected regions.
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#insurance-coverage

New proposal could help Californians in high-risk fire areas get their insurance back

The new proposal in California aims to help homeowners in fire-prone areas by allowing insurers to use new catastrophe modeling to write more policies.

Essential Insurance for New Build Loft Conversions: A Guide by Loft Conversion Specialists

Loft conversions require specific insurance considerations to avoid financial vulnerabilities during construction and afterward.

New proposal could help Californians in high-risk fire areas get their insurance back

The new proposal in California aims to help homeowners in fire-prone areas by allowing insurers to use new catastrophe modeling to write more policies.

Essential Insurance for New Build Loft Conversions: A Guide by Loft Conversion Specialists

Loft conversions require specific insurance considerations to avoid financial vulnerabilities during construction and afterward.
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#housing-crisis

Home insurance is clobbering consumers. Yet it's barely counted as Inflation.

Skyrocketing home insurance rates due to increasing risks and costs create a hidden housing crisis for homeowners.

Butte County Residents Hard Hit by the Park Fire Struggle to Recover Without Insurance | KQED

California faces rising insurance costs amidst devastating wildfires, leaving many homeowners unprotected and financially vulnerable in rural areas like Butte County.

Home insurance is clobbering consumers. Yet it's barely counted as Inflation.

Skyrocketing home insurance rates due to increasing risks and costs create a hidden housing crisis for homeowners.

Butte County Residents Hard Hit by the Park Fire Struggle to Recover Without Insurance | KQED

California faces rising insurance costs amidst devastating wildfires, leaving many homeowners unprotected and financially vulnerable in rural areas like Butte County.
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#hurricane-helene

Severe storm fallout could destabilize the intersection of mortgage and insurance

The home insurance marketplace is under significant pressure from extreme weather events, affecting costs for carriers, consumers, and the mortgage industry.

Hurricane Helene was less horrific than Floridians feared. But Sunshine State homeowners still face an insurance crisis.

Hurricane Helene highlighted ongoing issues with home insurance in Florida, where costs have surged amid extreme weather, pressuring many residents to relocate.

How to File a Home Insurance Claim in the Wake of a Hurricane or Other Catastrophe

Homeowners need to understand the insurance claim process to effectively recover funds after property damage from disasters like Hurricane Helene.

Severe storm fallout could destabilize the intersection of mortgage and insurance

The home insurance marketplace is under significant pressure from extreme weather events, affecting costs for carriers, consumers, and the mortgage industry.

Hurricane Helene was less horrific than Floridians feared. But Sunshine State homeowners still face an insurance crisis.

Hurricane Helene highlighted ongoing issues with home insurance in Florida, where costs have surged amid extreme weather, pressuring many residents to relocate.

How to File a Home Insurance Claim in the Wake of a Hurricane or Other Catastrophe

Homeowners need to understand the insurance claim process to effectively recover funds after property damage from disasters like Hurricane Helene.
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9 mistakes that could be invalidating your home insurance - and cost up to 30k

Proper home insurance coverage is crucial to safeguard against future financial burdens, especially during a cost-of-living crisis.
#climate-change

At the debate, Harris made climate change a pocketbook issue

Home insurance loss and soaring costs linked to climate change are affecting homeowners nationwide.
Vice President Harris emphasizes the urgent need for action against climate change's financial impacts.

Banks Are Finally Realizing What Climate Change Will Do to Housing

Extreme weather impacts property values and mortgage approvals, highlighting the importance of climate mitigation financing.

Solar panels lead to insurance headaches for some Canadians | CBC News

Homeowners face insurance challenges when adopting green technologies like heat pumps and solar panels, potentially hindering climate initiatives.

Romania's Galati County devastated by severe flooding

Severe flooding in Galati County, Romania, has resulted in at least seven deaths and widespread destruction of homes due to heavy rainfall.

Opinion: Why should all Californians pay for fire risks only a few face?

Insurance companies in California may be allowed to consider climate change when setting rates, but only if they agree to write more policies for homeowners in high-risk areas threatened by wildfires.
The rule change could result in higher rates for all homeowners, leading to more expensive insurance bills.
Several insurance companies have already requested rate increases of at least 20% in California.

This State Leads the Nation for High-Priced Home Insurance

Rising home insurance prices are significantly impacting homeowners, especially in states like Florida.

At the debate, Harris made climate change a pocketbook issue

Home insurance loss and soaring costs linked to climate change are affecting homeowners nationwide.
Vice President Harris emphasizes the urgent need for action against climate change's financial impacts.

Banks Are Finally Realizing What Climate Change Will Do to Housing

Extreme weather impacts property values and mortgage approvals, highlighting the importance of climate mitigation financing.

Solar panels lead to insurance headaches for some Canadians | CBC News

Homeowners face insurance challenges when adopting green technologies like heat pumps and solar panels, potentially hindering climate initiatives.

Romania's Galati County devastated by severe flooding

Severe flooding in Galati County, Romania, has resulted in at least seven deaths and widespread destruction of homes due to heavy rainfall.

Opinion: Why should all Californians pay for fire risks only a few face?

Insurance companies in California may be allowed to consider climate change when setting rates, but only if they agree to write more policies for homeowners in high-risk areas threatened by wildfires.
The rule change could result in higher rates for all homeowners, leading to more expensive insurance bills.
Several insurance companies have already requested rate increases of at least 20% in California.

This State Leads the Nation for High-Priced Home Insurance

Rising home insurance prices are significantly impacting homeowners, especially in states like Florida.
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#rising-costs

Home Insurance Is Clobbering Consumers. Yet It's Barely Counted as Inflation.

Jumping home insurance rates are forcing homeowners to sell, affecting coastal areas like Florida severely.

Homeowners in this state feeling the pain of skyrocketing insurance premiums

Home insurance prices are rising, with significant impacts on homeowners' affordability, particularly in states like Florida and Texas.

Home Insurance Is Clobbering Consumers. Yet It's Barely Counted as Inflation.

Jumping home insurance rates are forcing homeowners to sell, affecting coastal areas like Florida severely.

Homeowners in this state feeling the pain of skyrocketing insurance premiums

Home insurance prices are rising, with significant impacts on homeowners' affordability, particularly in states like Florida and Texas.
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#aerial-surveillance

'A Home Insurance Drone Spied on My House-Then My Premium Was Hiked': Could Your Policy Be at Risk, Too?

Aerial surveillance tools like satellite images and drones are increasingly used by insurers to assess home conditions, often leading to policy disputes.

A home insurance drone spied on my house, then my premium was hiked - could your policy be at risk too?

Insurance companies increasingly use aerial surveillance like drones to inspect homes, impacting policies.
Homeowners question the accuracy and intrusiveness of aerial images influencing insurance decisions.

'A Home Insurance Drone Spied on My House-Then My Premium Was Hiked': Could Your Policy Be at Risk, Too?

Aerial surveillance tools like satellite images and drones are increasingly used by insurers to assess home conditions, often leading to policy disputes.

A home insurance drone spied on my house, then my premium was hiked - could your policy be at risk too?

Insurance companies increasingly use aerial surveillance like drones to inspect homes, impacting policies.
Homeowners question the accuracy and intrusiveness of aerial images influencing insurance decisions.
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Baby boomer retirements squeezed by rising home insurance costs

Rising home insurance prices impose significant financial strain on U.S. retirees, affecting their retirement budgets amid other increasing living costs.

Column: Unaffordable homeowner's insurance is leaving Californians exposed to the elements

Many Californians face challenges in obtaining home insurance due to living in fire-prone areas, leading to options like going 'naked' or relying on costly FAIR Plans.

How can buyers score a victory when old home features electrical, insurance woes

Insurance providers may not cover homes with active knob & tube wiring unless they are replaced within a specified time frame after closing.
Upgrading electrical panels and wiring is crucial to obtaining hazard insurance for older homes.
#california

State Farm seeking 30% rate hike for CA homeowners: Here's what to know

Homeowners in California are concerned about State Farm's large rate increases, triggering financial solvency concerns.

Fight intensifies over delays in approving California auto, home insurance price hikes

Allstate wants to raise the average price of its home insurance policies by almost 40% in California.
The approval process for insurance price changes in California can take more than a year, causing tension between insurers and consumer advocacy groups.

Changes to California home, auto insurance rate process expected to be unveiled soon

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara plans to unveil a series of rule changes that could impact the price and availability of home and auto insurance in California.
One of the proposed changes involves requiring insurers to submit complete applications when asking for different policy rates, as incomplete applications have caused delays.

Upscale Westside L.A. neighborhoods hit hard by State Farm home insurance cancellations

Thousands of homeowners in upscale neighborhoods in Los Angeles County will lose their home insurance coverage from State Farm.
State Farm's decision to drop policies stems from financial concerns due to high inflation and the company's need to reduce exposure.

California spent $3.7 billion reducing wildfire fuel. Bill would make insurers factor that into coverage

Insurers in California are facing increased wildfire risks and costs, leading to restrictions in coverage. Senator Becker's bill aims to credit state and homeowner efforts in reducing wildfire vulnerability.

State Farm seeking 30% rate hike for CA homeowners: Here's what to know

Homeowners in California are concerned about State Farm's large rate increases, triggering financial solvency concerns.

Fight intensifies over delays in approving California auto, home insurance price hikes

Allstate wants to raise the average price of its home insurance policies by almost 40% in California.
The approval process for insurance price changes in California can take more than a year, causing tension between insurers and consumer advocacy groups.

Changes to California home, auto insurance rate process expected to be unveiled soon

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara plans to unveil a series of rule changes that could impact the price and availability of home and auto insurance in California.
One of the proposed changes involves requiring insurers to submit complete applications when asking for different policy rates, as incomplete applications have caused delays.

Upscale Westside L.A. neighborhoods hit hard by State Farm home insurance cancellations

Thousands of homeowners in upscale neighborhoods in Los Angeles County will lose their home insurance coverage from State Farm.
State Farm's decision to drop policies stems from financial concerns due to high inflation and the company's need to reduce exposure.

California spent $3.7 billion reducing wildfire fuel. Bill would make insurers factor that into coverage

Insurers in California are facing increased wildfire risks and costs, leading to restrictions in coverage. Senator Becker's bill aims to credit state and homeowner efforts in reducing wildfire vulnerability.
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Data reveals how much average price for buildings and contents cover has increased

The average price for combined buildings and contents home insurance increased by 19% in the fourth quarter of 2023 due to storms in the UK.
Insurers paid out £352 million to support customers whose homes were damaged by storms Babet, Ciaran, and Debi.

New poll: Big support among California voters for climate bond, Adam Schiff

California voters strongly support $10 billion climate change measure.

Soaring insurance rates send more people shopping for deals

Insurance premiums have surged, prompting policyholders to shop around for better deals, despite their usual loyalty to one carrier.
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