If a home is destroyed, the mortgage remains. Owners must notify the lender and decide whether to rebuild or pay off the loan.
NOAA predicts 13 to 19 named storms in the 2025 hurricane season due to warm ocean waters. Hurricane season begins June 1.
The Fla. Hurricane Catastrophe Fund provides relatively low-cost reinsurance to insurers to help pay claims if the state is hit by one or more major hurricanes.
A survey found more residents said they would evacuate their homes if ordered to do so this year – 77%, compared to 73% ahead of the 2024 season.
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1, with 21 storm names selected. Van, Dexter and Wendy are among the new additions to this year’s list.
Updates to Sarasota’s watershed plans aim to improve flood prevention and could boost NFIP insurance discounts for local property owners.
Global insured losses from natural disasters may reach $145B in 2025, driven by secondary perils, with losses potentially surpassing $300B in severe events.
Experts urge homeowners, renters and businesses to prepare now for a forecasted above-average 2025 hurricane season starting June 1.
Free help is available for Florida homeowners to appeal denied FEMA claims after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. A national nonprofit offers one-on-one assistance.
Experts urge Florida home buyers to dig beyond FEMA maps and ask neighbors, sellers, and inspectors to uncover hidden flood risks before closing.
