Sticker shock is common when shopping for Miami home insurance. Preparation is how smart buyers stay in control.

With homeowners insurance costs now outpacing both inflation and auto insurance rate increases, more people than ever are shopping for new policies. In fact, according to J.D. Power's 2024 U.S. Home ...

Home warranty vs. home insurance, what's the difference? One covers normal wear and tear and the other liability and ...

Learn how windstorm insurance covers property damage from hurricanes and tornadoes, and find out if you need extra coverage in high-risk areas.

Tornado damage is generally included under homeowners insurance rather than requiring separate coverage. Most insurers consider tornadoes a part of standard coverage for windstorm-related damage. We ...

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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 offers property and personal liability protection for unexpected emergencies. Mortgage lenders require ...

When it comes to protecting your property, understanding the difference between landlord insurance and a homeowner policy is important. They both offer property protection, but cater to different ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Recent wildfires have reshaped California’s insurance landscape, and some Los Angeles homeowners are seeing their premiums skyrocket or are facing policy non-renewals. Wildfire survivors have also ...