On the eve of this reauthorization deadline, though, concerns about a government shutdown have continued to grow. In the short term, if the program expires, valid claims will still get paid. But after ...

The ongoing federal government shutdown has entered its eighth day with lawmakers still far from a resolution. This has raised concerns in various sectors, including the real estate market in ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – The finger-pointing continues on Capitol Hill as Republicans and Democrats struggle to sort out the government shutdown, with healthcare and hurricanes top of mind for ...

PART OF HURRICANE SEASON, AND MANY OF YOU RELY ON FLOOD INSURANCE TO PROTECT YOUR HOME. FLORIDA HAS THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF HOMES INSURED THROUGH THE NATIONAL FLOOD PROGRAM, BUT IT’S CLOSED BECAUSE OF ...

The clock is ticking on the federal flood insurance program, and Florida real estate could take the biggest hit if Congress fails to act. The National Flood Insurance Program, which covers nearly 1.8 ...

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Starting October 1, 2025, Florida’s Flood Disclosure Law (CS/CS/SB 948, 2025 Legislature) took effect, bringing sweeping changes to landlord-tenant, real estate sales, condominium, cooperative, and ...

Florida has a higher risk of experiencing severe hurricane damage than any other state, particularly in its southeastern and northwestern regions. Because of this, it is also one of the most expensive ...

The U.S. National Flood Insurance Program is going broke. Increased flood strikes in more places, combined with outdated ways ...

While a flood insurance policy can cost $1,000 or more, this protection may help you avoid damage that sets you back tens of thousands of dollars.