California should require insurances to cover homeowners who protect property, advocate says
Advocacy organization Consumer Watchdog is pushing for a proposal to require insurance companies to issue policies to homeowners who take action to protect their homes from wildfires.
The proposal faces opposition from insurers, who argue that outdated regulations and the lengthy rate approval process contribute to the lack of coverage options and higher prices for homeowners. [ more ]
Opinion: California governor and commissioner push to raise insurance prices
The actions of Gov. Newsom and Commissioner Lara could lead to bigger and faster insurance rate hikes, impacting Californians' access to affordable home insurance. [ more ]