Living in Florida, we’re no strangers to short bouts of lighting and storms during the summer, and a long hurricane season. We might not know exactly what causes El Niño, but we know it has to do with weather. We know that South Tampa and Clearwater Beach tend to flood, and flood badly. However, there […]
Month: May 2017
FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program is in Deep Water
How much money do you spend on flood insurance each year? If a natural disaster were to hit your hometown tomorrow, do you know what would be covered? Or are you making monthly payments only because your mortgage lender required you to carry coverage before approving your loan? It’s imperative to know whether you’re at […]
Do I Need Personal Contents Coverage?
Remember the tornado scene on The Wizard of Oz, when Dorothy saw her neighbor flying by on her rocking chair? While far-fetched, it’s a good reminder that when it comes to natural disasters, we should also protect what’s inside our homes. Look around your home. Is it furnished? Do you have electronics, artwork, and appliances? […]
What Does Your Flood Insurance Cover?
Whether it was Hurricane Andrew in South Florida, Katrina in Louisiana, or Irene in New York, the damage caused by floods can be devastating. When you’ve lost it all, it’s overwhelming to try to figure out where to start in your efforts to rebuild your life. This is why it’s imperative to take care of […]