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How a homeowners insurance provision can help with living expenses after a natural disaster
“Loss of use coverage” can help homeowners and renters cover certain living expenses if their home was damaged in a natural disaster. Here’s what to know.
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Citizens property insurance board is considering new rates
Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Board of Governors on Wednesday backed a proposal that would lead to customers across the state.
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Citizens insurance considers 13.5% rate hike for homeowners with most common policy
The Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Board of Governors on Wednesday will consider a proposal that would lead to an average 13.5 percent rate increase in 2025 for homeowners with the most-common type of policy and an average 14.2 percent increase for condominium-unit owners.
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State, local leaders discuss home insurance crisis in Florida
Florida’s ongoing home insurance crisis took center stage in Coral Gables Thursday, where the state’s chief financial officer hosted a crucial roundtable discussion.
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Former MLB player arrested in car crash scheme
Former Major League Baseball player Yuniesky Betancourt was caught up in a staged car accident scheme in Miami.
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Biden announces new rule to protect consumers who purchase short-term health insurance plans
President Joe Biden is announcing new steps to protect consumers who buy short-term health insurance plans that critics say amount to junk.
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As Citizens undergoes depopulation, some homeowners face higher premiums
As Citizens Insurance goes under “depopulation,” the push is creating challenges for some homeowners.
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Homeowners facing higher premiums as Citizens depopulates
As Citizens Insurance goes under “depopulation,” the push is creating challenges for some homeowners. NBC6’s Alina Machado reports
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Broward commissioner pushes for federal bill to reduce homeowner premiums
A Broward commissioner is making the push for a federal bill that he believes would help reduce Florida homeowners’ insurance premiums. NBC6’s Alina Machado reports
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As open enrollment begins for Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplace, here's what you need to know for 2024
If you plan to have government health insurance coverage next year, you may be eligible for financial help. These tips can help you sort through your options.
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Florida insurance agent faces serious charges after being accused of fraud
A Florida man is behind bars and is facing serious charges of insurance fraud.
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Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents
A growing number of states are offering dental care to low-income adults who once had to rely on charity or the emergency room to treat their tooth problems.
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Global warming puts nearly 40 million properties at risk of rising insurance costs, new report says
Major insurers are withdrawing from California and Florida, while companies there and elsewhere are scaling back to guard against the escalating costs of global warming, but the problem is just beginning, according to a new report out on Wednesday.
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Climate change and extreme weather could fuel another housing crisis
An estimated 39 million homes and businesses in the United States could soon face skyrocketing insurance premiums — if they can even find insurance coverage at all. That’s according to a new report from First Street Foundation, which warns that this “insurance bubble” could lead to a costly, widespread housing crisis coast-to-coast.
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After Idalia, will Florida policyholders see yet another surcharge or increase?
Hurricane Idalia’s impact on the insurance industry remains to be seen, but Citizens policyholders may have dodged a surcharge — for now.
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Tips on how to insure your home ahead of a storm
The impact of the insurance market in Florida remains to be seen, but Citizens policy holders may have dodged a surcharge for now.
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How much will my Citizens Insurance go up after their proposed rate hike?
Regulators have ordered the state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. to revamp proposed rate increases. NBC6 explains what that means for your home insurance.
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Doctors and patients try to shame insurers online to reverse prior authorization denials
Customers are increasingly using social media to air their complaints across all industries, and companies are paying attention
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Citizens Insurance to revamp proposed rate hikes
In June, state-backed citizens insurance asked for approval of rate increases of about 13 percent. Now, the Florida insurance commissioner is asking the company to trim the proposed increase.
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Citizens Insurance ordered back to drawing board on proposed rate increases
Regulators have ordered the state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. to revamp — and trim — proposed rate increases.