Discover what homeowners insurance typically covers and what it doesn't cover, like flooding or earthquakes. Ensure that your home is fully protected.

Home insurance is a contractual agreement between you and your insurance provider. In exchange for monthly or yearly payments, called premiums, the company provides financial protection for your home ...

Alex Carver is a writer and researcher based in Charlotte, N.C. A contributor to major news websites such as Automoblog and USA Today, she’s written content in sectors such as insurance, warranties, ...

It’s easy to forget about reviewing your home insurance — after you’re settled in a new home, life gets busy, and paying your bill becomes just another routine task. However, if you haven’t evaluated ...

Buying your first home is a major milestone. However, it comes with major financial responsibilities, including protecting your home with homeowners insurance. While many first-time buyers focus on ...

Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

Insurance industry profit motives conflict with our need for protection. Public insurance, coupled with proactive risk reduction, can help.

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Climate change shapes where and how we live. That's why NPR is dedicating a week to stories about solutions for building and living on a hotter planet. The roof on Ron Watson's house in Spanish Fort, ...