When getting Homeowners Insurance in the state of Texas, it is important to understand just what is, and is not, covered by these policies. While agents might be eager to assure you that any accident or damage can be quickly claimed under Homeowners Insurance policies, citizens in Texas found themselves…
Saving money when buying home insurance is often essential for Louisiana residents looking for the best coverage for the most reasonable rate. The Gulf Coast’s recent struggle with hurricanes has made it even more evident just how important sound, proper insurance coverage is for resident’s homes. Hurricane Katrina’s damage was…
When buying insurance, it is often hard for homeowners to know if they are buying too much or too little. When asking an agent, people expect and appreciate candor and honesty when it comes to know how much insurance is necessary to protect their home. This trust that is placed…
In November of 2007, the Louisiana State Attorney General levied a suit against insurance providers in the Gulf Coast related to Hurricane Katrina business practices. The charges, including antitrust, collusion and price fixing violations, dealt with a system of claim denials that looked to take advantage of the confusion natural…
The people of the Gulf Coast are well aware that hurricanes of all different intensities come and go through the region every summer. A Hurricane Checklist for anyone, whether you live in Houston, Galveston or Corpus Christi, Texas residents should have a list of things they do in the event…
The extreme damage incurred by the Galveston area is only now being comprehended over two months after Hurricane Ike. Recovery efforts are underway but the immediate steps to be undertaken in the event of damage to your home are crucial and need to be handled with care. If you live…
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has created a series of tips for homeowners in the state looking to make a claim after the recent series of storms in the Gulf. While each storm may lead to significantly different issues, there are several things the state recommends with any claim:…
Dealing with hurricane and other forms of severe weather damage can be a truly confusing and stressful time for homeowners. Figuring out the best contractor to fix the work, temporary fixes for the damage, however severe, and moving on with life are all dilemmas people have to deal with in…
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, statistics emerged that put into perspective the burden and overall economic hit that the state of Louisiana took because of this horrific storm. According to the Louisiana Recovery Authority, nearly twice as many people from Louisiana were impacted than any of the other four…