A family surveys the damage from fire on residence in Los Angeles. As homeowners survey the damage from the wildfires that tore through Southern California this month, it's tough to peg how much it ...

Q: We just had apipe burstin our home, and there is quite a bit of damage. We can already tell that we’re going to need expensive repairs and are hoping insurance can cover at least a portion of the ...

Your home is more than just your largest purchase, it's the center of your life. So, making sure it's insured should be a priority. After a catastrophe, having homeowners insurance — and the right ...

Tornado damage is typically covered by a standard homeowners insurance policy, but there may be exceptions. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

Damage to your home’s foundation can be a big concern if left untreated. If the repairs are extensive, you may need to submit a claim to insurance for potential reimbursement. Look out for any of ...

Frequent natural disasters and high inflation have led insurers to raise premiums, and forced many customers to pare back their policies. By Emily Flitter Robert Shiver’s bill for his homeowner ...

Homeowners insurance policies don’t typically cover mold. But it might be covered in some instances, depending on the circumstances. Try checking your home insurance policy or talking to your agent ...

David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. He is ...

Homeowners insurance coverage is a must if you have a mortgage loan, and it’s strongly advised even if you don’t. It covers damage to your property from a wide range of sudden and accidental events, ...

Robert Shiver, who reduced his home’s insurance coverage when the bill more than doubled, stands in front of his house in Valrico, Fla. on Jan. 16, 2024. Insurers’ losses from natural disasters topped ...

Homeowners insurance is important for unexpected occurrences, but what about damage to your home that occurs over time? Some homes suffer damage from wood-loving bugs: termites. Even though damage ...

As homeowners survey the damage from the wildfires that tore through Southern California this month, it's tough to peg how ...