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Friday, March 3, 2023Do you need flood insurance? That is a key question to ask when you purchase a home. Let's look at the reasons you might need flood insurance. High Risk Area: If you live in a high risk area, then you definitely should consider flood insurance. Whatever institution holds your mortgage will often require it. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 4, 2023Nearly half of all American households aren’t aware that a standard homeowners insurance policy will not cover flood-related damages. For protection from floodwaters, you must purchase additional coverage. But do you really need extra flood insurance? READ MORE >>
Tuesday, September 6, 2022Flood insurance covers damage to your home and the contents within your home due to the infiltration of water from an outside source. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) definition of a flood is quite specific. A flood may be caused by rising tides, overflowing river banks or any sudden surge of water. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 12, 2022It’s quite common for property owners to believe they may not need flood insurance because they do not live in an area that is at a high risk for floods. The federal government creates very specific flood maps. These maps determine just how much risk is present in any given area based on a great deal of data. READ MORE >>
Thursday, September 9, 2021In some areas, flood insurance is extremely important in order to pay for extensive damages. Unfortunately, most homeowners’ policies don’t include flood coverage, leaving residents vulnerable to the element. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, June 16, 2021Flash flooding and overland flooding can cause significant damage to your home or place of business. While flash flooding can occur within minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, levee or damn failure, or sudden release of a water, overland flooding—the most common type of flooding—occurs when waterways overflow. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 27, 2021Floods are one of the most common and costliest home hazards, as even minor water damage can destroy a property. While the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) can help cover flood damage, it may not cover all of your flood risks. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 Most standard homeowners insurance policies don’t cover floods when those floods arise from weather events like storm surge, river swells or heavy rains. However, many people live in areas that are at risk for these catastrophes. If they occur, then they can prove extremely expensive. READ MORE >>
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