While Los Angeles County continues to battle devastating wildfires, you may be wondering about the safety of your own home. More specifically, how are you covered when the unthinkable happens?

Q: We just had apipe burstin our home, and there is quite a bit of damage. We can already tell that we’re going to need expensive repairs and are hoping insurance can cover at least a portion of the ...

Most homeowners would prefer to get as much homeowners insurance coverage as they can at the lowest cost possible. Unfortunately, though, the double-whammy of commonly-occurring natural disasters and ...

CheapInsurance.com reports that standard homeowners insurance excludes earthquake coverage, which varies by state. Options ...

Your home is more than just your largest purchase, it's the center of your life. So, making sure it's insured should be a priority. After a catastrophe, having homeowners insurance — and the right ...

Q: I recently had a pipe burst in my home, causing all kinds of damage to the drywall, ceiling, and floor. I’m trying to determine how to go about getting it repaired. In general, does homeowners ...

While it can be costly upfront, installing solar panels is a great way to reduce your monthly utility expenses long-term. However, you may be wondering whether repair or replacement costs of solar ...

As home insurance premiums continue to surge across the U.S., Florida has announced that its insurer of last resort will ...

Mortgage protection insurance may make sense depending on your situation. If your beneficiaries will inherit limited assets ...

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