Data from the National Interagency Fire Center shows that the extent of area burned by wildfires in the U.S. appears to have increased since the 1980s, per the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.As wildfire damage becomes more rampant in the wake of human-induced extreme...
Many homeowners saying they have fewer options this year when it comes to looking for home insurance, especially if you're in a manufactured or mobile home.This comes at a time when more of these types of homes are going up on the market.More...
Extreme weather events, widespread premium increases, and long repair cycle times have strained customer satisfaction with the homeowners insurance claims experience, according to the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Property Claims Satisfaction Study.
Mark Garrett, Director of Insurance Intelligence at J.D. Power, said, “There were...
BOISE, Idaho — Idaho had a devastating wildfire season in 2024. According to the Idaho Department of Insurance nearly one million acres burned, around 200 structures were destroyed and that included around 40 people losing their home because of wildfires."It was difficult and...
State Farm can raise homeowners, renters, condo, and landlord policy insurance rates in California — at least until April 8, when the state's largest property insurer must prove in a public hearing that it really needs the increase.
If it fails to make its...
It may not feel like it when you’re writing checks left and right in the middle of a renovation project, but home improvements can actually save you money in the long run. In addition to boosting your home’s property value, preventing potential damage,...
