Adam B. Summers, The Orange County RegisterOrange County Register
A recent administrative law judge’s decision paved the way for State Farm to significantly increase homeowners insurance rates in California—the state’s first-ever emergency rate hike—and that might not be such a bad thing in the...
WASHINGTON — A troubling trend is spreading across the United States, threatening the American dream for many homeowners. Skyrocketing home insurance rates and a record number of policy non-renewals are leaving homeowners vulnerable, according to a recent investigation by Spotlight on America.The frequency...
Inflation, tariffs, and high interest rates are making consumers nervous about the state of the economy. As of May, about one-third of Americans (35%) said they're worse off financially than they were one year ago, according to a new Insurify survey. And 30%...
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Louisiana House approves bill allowing stated value home insurance
Bill targets rising homeowner insurance costs, especially in South Louisiana
Critics warn policy could increase blighted properties post-storm
Insurers required to offer policy only upon homeowner request
The Louisiana House of Representatives approved...