As floods, storms, wildfires, and other catastrophes become increasingly common, the availability and affordability of property insurance has become a high-profile political issue. But the sheer scale ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

The wildfires that have devastated large parts of Los Angeles County have drawn fresh attention to the struggles many Americans face insuring their homes. But the sheer scale of need means it’s hard ...

Homeowners insurance can protect the large investment you've made in your home. After all, the average sales price of houses ...

Workers rebuild the attic of a house in Detroit after it was damaged by a fallen tree during a storm. (Jim West/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Premiums for homeowners insurance are ...

If your homeowners insurance premium has skyrocketed, there are steps you can take. If you’re not sure you can make your next homeowners insurance payment, reach out to your agent or insurer as soon ...

Most insurers prefer to offer annual policies, as they commit you to coverage for the entire year. However, if you know your circumstances will change within the next 12 months, a short-term home ...