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Did you know that National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies can be transferred from one property owner to the next? If you are selling your home let the buyer know that you have an existing NFIP policy that can be transferred to them. This process is called...

Throughout many decades of working in flood insurance, our team has heard almost every myth out there surrounding this valuable coverage. We have also seen many fall victim to some of these misconceptions by opting out of flood protection and later experiencing a...

The flood insurance market has grown substantially over the past few years, with more private carriers emerging and offering competitive premiums and additional coverage options. You might be wondering why there is a price difference among these companies and the...

Hurricane season is upon us and with these storms comes the threat of flooding. Unfortunately, tropical storms can also be unpredictable and their path, intensity, and possible damages are hard to determine ahead of time. The best thing you can do if you are in a...

When it comes to flood insurance, consumers now have more options than before. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has been the main source of flood insurance policies since the program began in 1968. There is little room for customization of NFIP coverages...

Winter - the season when the weather becomes colder, the holidays are upon us, and children look forward to snow days. It’s the most wonderful time of the year. One thing you might not associate with winter is flooding. However, nearly 20 percent of the most major...

Flooding is unpredictable. It can happen at any time, anywhere. When floodwaters enter your home, they result in one of the most invasive types of property damage. Even seemingly harmless damage caused by a few inches of rising water can destroy your home and create...

You have likely seen photos of flood water damage, or heard stories from those who have been victims of a natural disaster. You may have even been through a flooding event yourself. However, you may not fully know how to protect your home from flood damage. There are...

You have likely seen photos of flood water damage, or heard stories from those who have been victims of a natural disaster. You may have even been through a flooding event yourself. However, you may not fully know how to protect your home from flood damage. There are...

Floods are the costliest natural disaster — more destructive than hurricanes, earthquakes, and tornadoes. Unfortunately, you cannot predict when rising water will occur, but preparation can be your best defense. Here are several tips that you can use to shield your...

Designed to communicate flood vulnerability for high-, moderate- and low-risk flood zones, FEMA flood maps continue to be the golden standard for recognizing flood risk throughout the United States. However, due to several limitations, these flood maps often fail to...

Even a foot of water around your home from minor flooding can cause severe damage. For those residing in flood-prone locations, sandbags may help save your property or business from flood waters. The use of sandbags is a simple and effective method to prevent or...

There are currently 5.1 million flood insurance policies in America. Flood experts have estimated that if all flood-prone properties carried flood insurance, the number of flood policies would be 30 to 35 million. So, why are only 15 percent of at-risk properties...

Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster, and it can happen anywhere. Flood insurance from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) provides coverage for both your structure (Building Property coverage) and your belongings (Personal Property...

There are very few places on earth where people need not be concerned about flooding. In the United States, flooding causes about $8 billion dollars in damages and kills about 140 people every year. Because flood insurance is not always required by mortgage lenders,...