Home insurance is an ongoing cost tied to homeownership. Most Americans can't avoid it — mortgage lenders require coverage before closing a loan — and this type of coverage is typically imperative ...

Home warranty vs. home insurance, what's the difference? One covers normal wear and tear and the other liability and accidents. Here's what to know.

In 2024, 6.1 million American homeowners skipped home insurance, according to the Consumer Federation of America. Without coverage, they risk paying tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket for ...

Homeowners insurance can be harder to get or more expensive depending on your house's location, age and condition, your claims history and even your credit score. But even if you've been rejected or ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. It comes as no surprise that if you plan on purchasing a house, you’ll ...

Around South Carolina, homeowners are experiencing sticker shock with rising costs to insure their property. While homeowners insurance is not legally required in the U.S., lenders in South Carolina ...

Discover how a home warranty protects your household appliances, typical costs involved, key qualifications, and crucial ...

A homeowners insurance crisis fueled by escalating natural disasters has arrived in the Centennial State. Home insurance now costs $818 more per year on average compared to 2020, and Colorado now has ...