Category Archives: Flood Damage
Hurricane Michael Victims left out of President’s National Emergency Declaration which diverts $3.6 billion from military construction accounts
The need is there for Hurricane Michael victims, but the four months after the storm hit, still no federal funding has been included in congressional bills or President Trump’s Emergency Declaration nor has it been a part of the Compromise Funding bill known as the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2019. As of Feb. 15,… Read More »
Rumors abound about federal funding for Hurricane Michael victims
Many Bay County residents have been discussing the possibility of having Hurricane Michael upgraded from a Category four to a Category five, thinking they might be entitled to additional FEMA benefits and possibly better insurance payouts. But instead, a spokesperson from the Florida CFO’s office clarified the confusion for Hurricane Michael victims, explaining that… Read More »
Sheriff’s office: Scams target Florida hurricane survivors
Florida Panhandle authorities warn Hurricane Michael survivors that scam artists are targeting victims looking for rental homes. In a statement on Wednesday by the Bay County Sherrif’s Office, it was warned that several schemes are circulating in communities that are still trying to recover from the October storm. Since so many people are still… Read More »
Gadsden County Looks To Recovery After Hurricane Michael
Since October, more than 150,000 people have been without power in the Florida Panhandle after Hurricane Michael. Officials expected recovery efforts to extend into November, but as of today, the Panhandle is still facing issues. Crossroads Academy Charter School in Quincy, Florida remained closed until early November. Teachers and students have been distributing hot… Read More »
Donations pour in after story reported anemic Hurricane Michael charitable giving
Days after it was reported in the Herald/Times that there was a lack of donations toward Hurricane Michael recovery, Bryan Taylor, president of the United Way of Northwest Florida, arrived to the post office only to be surprised with the charity’s mailbox stuffed with envelopes. “We’re so grateful for the overwhelming response,” he said…. Read More »
What Insurance Agents Wish You Knew About Keeping Your Home Safe
It’s common for homeowners to be concerned about the risk of natural disasters from hurricanes to flooding to fires. If you’re looking to keep your home safe, U.S. News & World Report put together a list of expert-backed tips to keep your home safe and secure, which we summarized for you below. For the… Read More »
CASE STUDY: Insurance Settlement for Palm Beach County Homeowner
A Palm Beach County homeowner suffered damages to their home due to a kitchen sink pipe break. As a result, their kitchen cabinets and other portions of their home sustained significant water damage. The owners submitted a claim to their homeowner’s insurance company, but the claim was denied, essentially disavowing any coverage for the… Read More »
After Harvey, Houston Hopes to Boost Flood Defenses With $2.5 Billion Bond
According to a recent Wall Street Journal article citing a Kaiser Family Foundation survey, a year after Hurricane Harvey hit Houston, more than 40 percent of those still trying to recover from the storm damage to their homes, said they were not getting the help they need to make repairs and rebuild. Most of… Read More »
Recent Wall Street Journal Article Details Ways Insurers are Trying to Speed up Claims Process but Some Worry New Practice May Lead to More Mistakes
A recent WSJ front page article detailed how several insurance companies are attempting to assess and settle their home insurance claims using technology such as drone photography and videography instead of sending a trained adjuster to inspect the damage. Some companies have even provided insureds with smartphone apps encouraging the to take video of… Read More »
Home Sales Could Be Halted by Possible Lapse of Flood Insurance Program
Now that hurricane season has officially started, Floridians are constantly facing the possibility of extreme flooding in their neighborhoods. With this continuous threat, it is important for home owners and buyers to ensure that they have flood insurance. However, according to CNBC, the National Flood Insurance Program will lapse at midnight on July 31… Read More »