Home, sweet home. The biggest asset for most families: A source of pride, family moments, and a place to relax. It’s also the source of many worries: Why are the pipes making that sound? Would these windows withstand a hurricane? What’s covered by homeowner’s insurance? Do I need personal contents coverage? Some of these concerns […]
Month: December 2017
How to Deal with Flood Damage if You Have no Flood Insurance
We all get angry when we hear stories about friends who get in car accidents and the other motorist has no car insurance. “How is this possible?!” We ask, outraged. Considering that Florida is has so many car crashes, it would make good sense for everyone to be insured, right? Plus, it’s the law. Ok, […]
What are Sponge Cities And How Can They Help High-Risk Flood Zones?
It doesn’t matter where in the country we live, we’ve all seen news footage of entire neighborhoods submerged in water after a natural disaster. Whether it’s a hurricane that caused storm surges, or nonstop rains that overflowed lakes and rivers; or rains that just won’t stop for days… floods are a surefire way for disaster. […]
What is an Elevation Certificate?
Home ownership comes with lots of ups and downs: If you’re still making mortgage payments, you’re investing into an asset that will eventually be 100% yours. If you own that title free and clear, it feels good to know your family has a valuable asset. But you’re also fully responsible for any necessary maintenance and […]