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Home Insurance Renewal: How It Works and What to Consider
Some home insurance policies renew automatically. If yours doesn’t, it’s important to understand when and how to renew your policy.
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High-Risk Homeowners: 67% Would Weather Climate Risk for a Good Deal on a House
Nearly half of surveyed homeowners knew they were buying a disaster-prone home.
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How to File a Home Insurance Claim in 7 Steps
As you prepare to file an insurance claim, it’s essential to move quickly, document the damage, and contact your insurer.
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Hidden Costs of Homeownership Come in at $21,084 — on Top of a Mortgage
Insurance, utilities, and other homeownership costs are eating into Americans’ budgets. In states like Hawaii and California, non-mortgage costs can surpass $30,000 per year.
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12 Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill
Unplugging devices, installing a smart thermostat, and getting an energy audit are a few ways you can lower your electric bill.
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Home Security Statistics and Trends in 2025
Home security survey shows that 56% of Americans install security systems to protect themselves, though FBI data reveals that home-related crime has been on the decline the past two decades.
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Poor Credit Hits Homeowners Hard When Buying Home Insurance, Report Finds
Even average credit can make home insurance more expensive, study says.
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Rate Decreases May Be on the Way for Some Florida Condo and Home Owners
State’s ninth-largest home insurer is seeking a rate decrease for some policyholders.
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State Farm Faces Lawsuit Over Denied Hail and Wind Claims in Alabama
Damages range from $18,000 to $20,000 per claimant.
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American Family Home Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes
Coverage is available for homeowners, condo owners, and even renters in 19 states, with top industry and customer satisfaction ratings.
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New Mexico’s FAIR Plan Gets $300K Coverage Boost
Home insurer of last resort will now cover homes valued at up to $750K.
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Lemonade to Stop Selling Home Insurance in More Texas Counties as State Faces High Climate Risks
In a state marked by climate disasters, homeowners continue to lose coverage options.
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Florida Has Now Added More Home Insurers Than It Lost Since 2020
But the state’s climate challenges still leave Florida homeowners paying record-high premiums.
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Most Americans Don’t Trust Insurers Will Help Them When Something Goes Wrong, Study Finds
While most know they need home and car insurance, 24% have reduced coverage to save money.
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Already, U.S. Natural Disasters Drive Near-Record Global Insurance Losses in 2025
$84 billion losses signal bigger bills, fewer options for American property owners
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What Is an Escrow Refund and When Do You Get One?
Your mortgage lender could give you money back from your escrow fund if you have more in it than you need to cover taxes and insurance.
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Illinois Homeowners Face Near-Record Insurance Rate Hike
State Farm rolls out 27% increase in July and August, prompting governor to call for legislative intercession.
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What Is FAIR Plan Homeowners Insurance?
FAIR Plans provide insurance to homeowners who can’t get coverage in the standard insurance marketplace. But not every state has one.