Why these round homes are resilient to hurricanes

Why these round homes are resilient to hurricanes

Deltec Homes, an Asheville, North Carolina-based builder of prefabricated, round houses, says its designs can withstand the extreme wind loads associated with a Category 5 hurricane. CEO Meg Gore said the company’s... Read more »
Mortgage escrow misconceptions persist as payment amounts rise

Mortgage escrow misconceptions persist as payment amounts rise

“Rising property taxes and insurance premiums continue to reshape what homeowners experience month to month, and escrow is often where that impact shows up first,” said Katie Brewer, CEO of LERETA. “This... Read more »
Rising insurance costs shape homeowner decisions in 2026

Rising insurance costs shape homeowner decisions in 2026

The average U.S. home insurance premium increased 24% between 2021 and 2024, according to the Consumer Federation of America — outpacing inflation by 11% over the same period. Looking ahead, 82% of... Read more »
Florida property insurance market is rebounding from 2022 low point

Florida property insurance market is rebounding from 2022 low point

Data shows that changes to litigation rules and underwriting practices have contributed to renewed insurer participation and improved financial results. Since the reforms, 18 new or re-launched insurers have entered or announced... Read more »
How ‘loss of use coverage’ can help with costs after a natural disaster

How ‘loss of use coverage’ can help with costs after a natural disaster

Mobile homes surrounded by flood water after Hurricane Milton made landfall, in St. Petersburg, Florida, U.S. October 10, 2024. Octavio Jones | Reuters If your home is temporarily uninhabitable after a natural... Read more »
How to mitigate rising auto and homeowners insurance costs

How to mitigate rising auto and homeowners insurance costs

Mike Spiering holds Francesca Spiering as he stands in the flood water around his home after record rains fell in the area on April 13, 2023 in Hollywood, Florida. Joe Raedle |... Read more »