Homeowners Insurance Knowledge

Insurify's insurance experts guide you through the basics of home insurance insurance.

Farmers Ends Cap on New Home Policies in California

Farmers Ends Cap on New Home Policies in California

Insurer credits regulatory reforms in decision to lift ban on selling over 9,500 new policies per month.
By Katie Powers|November 26, 2025
LA County Investigating State Farm’s Handling of January Wildfire Claims

LA County Investigating State Farm’s Handling of January Wildfire Claims

Policyholders complain of slow-walking, underpayments, and denials, county says.
By Doug Bailey|November 24, 2025
NY Needs Home Insurance Reform, Industry Watchers Tell Regulators

NY Needs Home Insurance Reform, Industry Watchers Tell Regulators

Rising premiums, fewer options, denied claims, and policy cancellations are growing the crisis, NY Senate committee hears.
By Evelyn Pimplaskar|November 24, 2025
Landlord Insurance: Coverage, Costs, and How to Choose a Policy

Landlord Insurance: Coverage, Costs, and How to Choose a Policy

Landlord insurance covers property damage, liability claims, and lost rental income. If you own a rental home, it offers essential protection for your property.
By Carley Clark|November 21, 2025
Vacant and Unoccupied Home Insurance: Coverages, Costs, and How to Buy It

Vacant and Unoccupied Home Insurance: Coverages, Costs, and How to Buy It

A standard homeowners insurance policy doesn’t cover a vacant property, so you’ll need vacant home insurance to protect an empty house.
By Erin Gobler|November 20, 2025
Condo Insurance in Florida: Costs, Coverage, and Requirements

Condo Insurance in Florida: Costs, Coverage, and Requirements

On average, condo owners pay $1,777 annually for condo insurance in the Sunshine State.
By Daria Kelly Uhlig|November 10, 2025
Manufactured and Mobile Home Insurance in Florida (2026)

Manufactured and Mobile Home Insurance in Florida

Mobile home insurance can protect your home from unforeseen events like theft and fires.
By Anna Baluch|November 3, 2025
Lower Disaster Losses for Insurers Won’t Add Up to Lower Rates for Homeowners

Lower Disaster Losses for Insurers Won’t Add Up to Lower Rates for Homeowners

A quiet catastrophe year gives insurance companies a break. Still, La Niña, wildfire risks, and severe storms mean homeowners should stay alert and proactive.
By Doug Bailey|October 30, 2025
USAA Seeking Another 7% Home Insurance Increase in California

USAA Seeking Another 7% Home Insurance Increase in California

The proposed increase would affect 350,000 Californians.
By Chris Schafer|October 29, 2025
What Manufactured and Mobile Home Insurance Covers (2026)

What Manufactured and Mobile Home Insurance Covers

Insurance for manufactured and mobile homes covers damage to the structure, your personal belongings, and provides liability coverage.
By Aly J. Yale|October 28, 2025
Holiday Shopping Survey: Porch Pirates and Tariffs Threaten Gift-Giving in 2025

Holiday Shopping Survey: Porch Pirates and Tariffs Threaten Gift-Giving in 2025

Americans face more risks than porch pirates this holiday season. While 46% of Americans have fallen victim to package theft, another 79% say tariffs will cause them to adjust their shopping plans.
By Matt Brannon|October 27, 2025
Florida Insurance Crisis: Why Rates Are High, and What You Can Do

Florida Insurance Crisis: Why Rates Are High, and What You Can Do

Explore the roots of Florida’s home insurance crisis, from hurricanes and lawsuits to market reforms. Learn how to protect your property and wallet.
By Carley Clark|October 20, 2025
How Much Is Homeowners Insurance on a $150,000 House? (2026)

How Much Is Homeowners Insurance on a $150,000 House?

The average annual cost of homeowners insurance for a $150,000 home is $1,511.
By Amy Beardsley|October 17, 2025
What Your Home’s Protection Class Is and How to Find It

What Your Home’s Protection Class Is and How to Find It

Your home’s protection class is a grade that Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO) gives to homes based on their proximity to fire protection services in a community.
By Choncé Maddox|October 17, 2025
How Long Can a Mortgage Company Hold an Insurance Check?

How Long Can a Mortgage Company Hold an Insurance Check?

Your mortgage company can hold your insurance check until the repairs are complete, but they have to release funds within a certain time.
By Jamie Johnson|October 17, 2025
Florida Hurricane Deductible: A Complete Guide for Homeowners

Florida Hurricane Deductible: A Complete Guide for Homeowners

Hurricane deductibles in Florida take precedence over your regular deductible until the hurricane has subsided.
By Danny Smith|October 17, 2025
What State Farm Home Systems Protection Covers

What State Farm Home Systems Protection Covers

State Farm’s home systems protection is an add-on coverage to your home insurance policy that covers accidental electrical and mechanical breakdowns of your appliances.
By Jacklyn Walters|October 17, 2025
Chubb Home Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes (2026)

Chubb Home Insurance Review: Ratings and Quotes

Don’t let Chubb’s luxury reputation fool you — the company protects homes of all sizes with comprehensive coverage and surprisingly competitive rates.
By Amy Beardsley|October 17, 2025