A few months ago, we discussed what are FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps, and how the federal agency determines which zones are high risk flood zones. Granted, I realize that reading this blog is not necessarily your number one priority in your life, so here’s a quick recap: As everyone knows, the Federal Emergency Management […]
Month: August 2017
Benefits of Rezoning Your Property
If you are like most Floridians, you have a flood insurance policy. And on many instances, that’s a prudent decision. After all, we are surrounded by water. We also have plenty of lakes and a hurricane season. If you live in a flood prone area, such as South Tampa or Clearwater Beach, you’ve seen firsthand […]
Flood Insurance Remains in Washington’s Back Burner
When was the last time you saw the news? While some people are information junkies, others are so jaded with the current political climate, it’s just easier to ignore it all and go on about your lives. And that’s fine, except when what’s going on in Washington may affect you personally. A few months ago, […]
What Does It Mean When the Government Declares a State of Emergency?
Living in Florida, we’re no strangers to hurricane season and the insane thunderstorms we get during the summer. We all remember where we were for hurricanes Andrew and Matthew, because they are the worst ones in recent memory. But in between the major ones, we are used to regular hurricane watches and all the preparation […]