Homeowners

Research

Surviving Catastrophe: Five Lessons from Homeowners After the Claims Process

Make sure you understand your insurance before the disaster hits and other advice from people who have experienced...

Research

28% of Homeowners Are Considering Relocating Because of Home Insurance Costs

Rising home insurance costs and lack of availability are leading people to consider moving to new locations.

Car

One Storm, Two Claims: How to Handle Home and Car Damage From the Same Weather Event

What happens if one peril damages both your car and your storm? How to tackle multiple claims potentially with...

Homeowners

Who Inherits the Homeowners Insurance When Someone Dies?

A homeowners policy doesn’t automatically transfer when someone dies. Here’s what families need to know about coverage...

Personal Finance

Stop Putting Off Home Repairs: Prices Are Only Going Up

Fall is a natural prompt to tackle what you've been putting off, but in 2026, tariffs, elevated labor costs, and supply...

Homeowners

Wildfire Could Displace You for Months. Is Your Insurance Ready?

Loss of use coverage (ALE) pays temporary housing costs after wildfires force you from your home, up to policy limits.

Homeowners

Flood Insurance Gaps and Outdated Flood Maps: Are the Maps Still Accurate?

Flood maps only tell part of the story. Millions of homes outside FEMA's flood zones face real risk, often with no...

Homeowners

How to Make a Home Inventory in Under an Hour

Making a home inventory now can save you big headaches later. Here's how to prepare for what your insurance company...

Personal Finance

How America's Changing Renter Population Is Reshaping Renters Insurance

As wealthier and older people are renting instead of owning, the renters insurance market is adapting.

Homeowners

How Long Your Roof Lasts Depends on Where You Live

The location of your roof may have a big impact on how long it will last before you need to replace it.

Homeowners

Dog Bite Laws by State: Your Legal Responsibility Depends on Where You Live

When your dog bites someone, your legal responsibility varies based on where you live

Homeowners

The Shocking Reality of Lightning Insurance Claims: Why Costs Are on the Rise

Lightning claims costs have gone up in recent years. Here's how to protect your home from strikes.

Homeowners

You Bought the House; Now Here Comes the Real Cost of Ownership

Buying the home was the easy part. From insurance to maintenance to property taxes, here's what new homeowners actually...

Research

The Changing American Dream Home: First-Time Homebuyers Priorities in 2026

Our survey shows that first-time homebuyers are changing what they prioritize when house shopping.

Homeowners

The Rise of Self-Insurance in Homeownership

A look at the increased risks homeowners are taking on themselves in light of rising prices