Filing a home insurance claim might make the most sense when the loss estimate is more than your deductible. Any claim, even a minor one, might lead to an increase in your home insurance premium.

If you’re dealing with loss or damage to your home, whether it’s due to a weather event, home burglary or other unexpected event, you’re likely to feel overwhelmed. When it comes time to file a claim ...

In the aftermath of a disaster, especially one that has caused significant damage to your property and community, the prospect of dealing with your homeowners insurance may seem overwhelming. However, ...

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With thousands of structures destroyed by wildfires that continue to rage out of control around Los Angeles, homeowners and business owners face a long road ahead to recoup their losses. Filing an ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Over the past two decades, the average cost of claims per insured home in the United States has increased at a rate that has outpaced inflation. A combination of natural ...