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10 States Sue the Biden Administration Over High Flood Insurance Rates: Kiplinger Economic Forecasts
Economic Forecasts The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Risk Rating 2.0 pricing plan could raise average flood insurance rates 100%, and states like Florida and Louisiana are pushing back.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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Why You Need an Umbrella Insurance Policy
insurance If you're hit with a lawsuit, your auto or homeowners insurance may not fully cover you.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein Last updated
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Looking to Relocate? Plan for Climate Change
buying a home Extreme weather events are on the rise. If you’re moving, make sure your new home is protected from climate change disasters.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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Homeowners Insurance: How to Protect Your Home
Brandon Copeland NFL linebacker and Kiplinger contributing editor Brandon Copeland discusses the ins and outs of homeowners insurance.
By Brandon Copeland Published
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Which Documents to Keep, Which to Shred and Which to Scan
home insurance A speedy recovery from disaster can depend on your recordkeeping. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance writer Rivan Stinson tells us how to get our papers in order.
By David Muhlbaum Published
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Worried Your Neighbor’s Tree Will Fall on Your Property?
home insurance Is your neighbor too cheap to take care of their trees, putting your property at risk? It’s a common problem, and sometimes bringing it to their attention gets no results. A property damage and personal injury attorney weighs in on what to do next.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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After a Fire Loss, Dealing with Your Insurance Company
home insurance A retired claims adjuster and an expert witness in insurance coverage cases outline some definite do’s and don’ts for homeowners working through the insurance claims process.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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Time to Reshop Your Home and Auto Insurance
Making Your Money Last Comparing prices on policies and bundling your coverage may save you money.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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When Mother Nature Hands You a Catastrophic Insurance Claim
home insurance Your house is a wreck, but unless you know how to handle yourself throughout the insurance claims process, the disaster might just be getting started. Here are six common mistakes homeowners make during this critical time.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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