David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. He is ...

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 ...

Tornado damage is typically covered by a standard homeowners insurance policy, but there may be exceptions. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

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 ...

Water backup coverage can pay for damage to your home if a sewer or drain backs up or a sump pump overflows. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

With so many unforeseen events that could arise and lead to house damage, homeowners insurance is a must for protecting your home. While there are dozens of insurance companies with different policies ...

Homeowners insurance policies don’t typically cover mold. But it might be covered in some instances, depending on the circumstances. Try checking your home insurance policy or talking to your agent ...

With extreme weather events increasing in recent years, homeowners insurance companies have raised premiums or stopped offering coverage completely. Many of the policyholders hit with nonrenewal or ...

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, ...

Florida is one of the most expensive states for homeowners insurance, largely due to the heightened risk of hurricanes, floods and other severe weather. Annual premiums in the state averaged $5,409 in ...

Homeowners insurance is important for unexpected occurrences, but what about damage to your home that occurs over time? Some homes suffer damage from wood-loving bugs: termites. Even though damage ...