Homeowners hit by Hurricane Helene face the grim task of rebuilding without flood insurance
Over a week after Hurricane Helene overwhelmed the Southeastern U.S., homeowners hit the hardest are grappling with how they could possibly pay for the flood damage from one of the deadliest
Homeowners Hit by Helene Are in for an Insurance Claim Shock
Homeowners are rushing to file insurance claims after Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction across six states. Many of them will likely be left empty-handed. Property insurers in recent years have hollowed out coverage and sharply increased rates to make up for steep underwriting losses driven by natural disasters.
Rethinking your homeowners insurance after Helene? What to know about what policies cover
“It is extremely important that every North Carolinian know what to do well before, during and after a storm occurs to best mitigate any damages and loss of life,” state Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey said in a release ahead of Helene’s hit.
Hurricane Helene hits Florida homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
A majority of North Carolina homeowners didn't have flood insurance. Then Helene hit.
Hurricane Helene's rains devastated North Carolina last week — but most homeowners in the state didn't have flood insurance, according to state officials and an analysis of federal data. That may leave homeowners with a hefty bill as they try to repair the damage, according to researchers and insurance experts.
Death Toll From Hurricane Helene Rises to 227 as Grim Task of Recovering Bodies Continues
The death toll from Hurricane Helene has inched up to 227 as the grim task of recovering bodies continues more than a week after the monster storm ravaged the U.S. Southeast
Hurricane Helene insured losses top $800M in Florida
With the total steadily increasing, estimated insured losses in Florida from Hurricane Helene topped $900 million on Friday.
Homeowners left scrambling as insurance companies hike rates and drop coverage: 'I'm not going to be able to afford my house anymore'
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How to Change Homeowners Insurance: Everything You Need to Know
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How Much Does Homeowners Insurance Cost in 2024
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Homeowners scramble after insurance company hikes rates following major disasters: 'Doubles down on the bad news'
With prices continually rising, many people cannot afford to pay for insurance, making them vulnerable to financial damage as ...
Whistleblowers claim insurance companies shortchanged some Florida homeowners after Hurricane Ian
Adjusters in Florida say insurance companies altered Hurricane Ian damage reports to underpay homeowners. Whistleblowers ...
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Do homeowners' and renters' insurance policies typically cover flood damage?
North Carolina Flood Insurance said most homeowners insurance policies only cover damage caused by threats like fires, ...
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