Home Insurance

Take steps to protect your property and finances from hurricanes.

You might have to pay higher premiums if claims were made on your home before you bought it.

Your landlord's policy won't cover your possessions.

Actuaries at insurance companies spend their entire careers looking for tiny statistical nuances that can predict the likelihood that someone will file ...

Don’t get hit by these unexpected rate boosters.

Strengthen your case by showing insurers that you’ve fixed the problem, such as providing evidence that you’ve replaced old pipes.

Those in a disaster area can choose when to deduct losses.

Minimize financial damage from Mother Nature's wrath.

Rules for hardship withdrawals vary widely from plan to plan. Some plans don't allow them at all.

You'll owe taxes on money you convert from a 401(k) to a Roth for the year you make the conversion.

Kimberly Lankford shares her most popular advice of the year.

Make sure that pricey items you received over the holidays are protected.

Nearly two-thirds of homeowners are underinsured. Make sure you're not one of them.

Don't damage your ability to file a claim as you patch things up.

When insurance is tapped out -- or not there -- Uncle Sam offers help to those hit by storms.

The amount you'll have to pay out-of-pocket for hurricane damage is different from your standard homeowners policy deductible.

Even though the storm is just a few days away, you can still take some steps to prepare in advance.

When disaster strikes and the grid crashes, candles will get you only so far. So we came up with a list of seven items that will help you get by when ...

To cover the risk of floods and mudslides after a wildfire, you need to buy a flood insurance policy.

Some residents near areas damaged by the Colorado wildfires may qualify for immediate flood coverage because of the risk of floods and mudflows.

You may be able to lower your costs while upgrading your coverage.

Add a coverage review to the to-do list before they leave for school.

Your homeowners insurance should cover your child's possessions while he or she is at school, but there may be limits. Here are the rules.

Make sure your home and finances are protected before an emergency strikes.

Raising your deductible can help you in multiple ways.

Home policies usually pay out if your possessions are stolen or destroyed, but not if they're lost.

Follow our advice to prepare for a disaster and recover if one strikes.

Disasters can happen at any time and anywhere. But some places experience more than their fair share of floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, winter storms and ...

Make sure your homeowners, auto and health policies provide the protection you need when you're on a trip.

How to prepare your home and finances from summer storms.

Insurance can help protect your finances in case of an emergency. But you shouldn't pay more than you have to for this protection. Whether you're buying ...

Make sure you have enough liability insurance coverage if you own a pet.

When your company drags its feet, use these tactics to help you claim your cash.

You don't want to find yourself underinsured halfway through a major home-improvement project.

When choosing an insurance company, check its complaint record to see if other consumers are unhappy with its claims process.

Find out which damages are covered under your homeowners insurance policy -- and how to fill the gaps.

You can lower your premiums by switching insurers, raising your deductibles or taking advantage of discounts.

Add an umbrella policy, which starts at $1 million of coverage, to protect against lawsuits.

Take some time to get your money matters in order with these tips.

This inexpensive coverage can protect property owners from lawsuits.

You'll be surprised how much you can pocket in so little time.

You can tackle plenty of money matters in just a few minutes. Here's how.

Find out whether insurance covers damage caused by falling debris.

Your stuff isn't protected by your landlord's policy, so make sure you have the coverage you need.

15 things for you (or the handyman) to tackle before winter sets in.

Storm damage will hike premiums, but homeowners can get a break.

Homeowners in parts of the Southeast will likely see the largest increases in insurance rates.

Storm damage will hike premiums, but homeowners can get a break.

Advice on the types of home insurance coverage you should sign up for to ensure your protected during an earthquake or hurricane.

Take these steps before a storm strikes and know how to make your insurer pay if there's damage.