Agency: "Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security." SUMMARY: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extending the public comment period for its notice of ...

Though natural disasters cycle across seasons and regions in the U.S., it’s often a shocking discovery for property owners how expansive and expensive flood and water damage can be when a major storm ...

Up until a few weeks ago, residents of western North Carolina likely gave little consideration to purchasing flood insurance. But last month Hurricane Helene flooded much of that area, as well as ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Just an inch of water can cause roughly $25,000 of damage to a property, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Unfortunately, there’s a common misconception many consumers don’t ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Our Better Call Behnken investigation has discovered the federal government can deny your flood insurance claim, even when you did everything right. Now, new homeowners left of on ...

In the aftermath of two devastating hurricanes ravaging America’s South, final counts of damage and death rolls are still being reconciled. As USA TODAY reported, the hurricanes and storm surge and ...

Extensive flooding has left thousands of Milwaukee area residents with property damage. Gov. Tony Evers has requested help from FEMA, but for now, many are wondering if insurance will help pay for ...

Homeowners and renters are urged to review their insurance policies, as standard policies often exclude flood damage, requiring separate flood insurance. Flood insurance can be purchased through ...