The Journal — Read Before You Renovate
Materials, budgets, upkeep — the lessons we've learned, written down.
48 articles
State Farm Home Claims: A Practical Guide for Storm Damage
State Farm home claims guide: document storm damage, work with your adjuster, an...
Non Waiver Agreement: What Homeowners Should Know Before Signing
Learn what a non waiver agreement means in an insurance claim, when it protects ...
Tennessee Homeowners Insurance Subrogation Arson: What Homeowners Should Know
Tennessee homeowners insurance subrogation arson explained: learn how investigat...
80 coinsurance meaning: A Homeowner's Guide to Storm Claims
Learn 80 coinsurance meaning, how the 80% rule can affect a storm-damage claim, ...
Fire Insurance Claim Calculation: How to Estimate Your Payout
Fire insurance claim calculation explained: learn how insurers value repairs, de...
Broad Named Perils vs Open Perils: What Homeowners Need to Know
Broad named perils vs open perils explained for storm damage: compare roof, sidi...
What to do if insurance. company denies temporary housing after storm damage
What to do if insurance. company denies temporary housing: document the loss, ch...
Homeowners Insurance for Tree Damage: What Your Policy May Cover
Homeowners insurance for tree damage: learn when policies cover roof repairs, tr...
An Example of an Unfair Claims Settlement Practice Is Delaying a Valid Claim
An example of an unfair claims settlement practice is delaying or underpaying a ...
A Homeowner's Guide to fire damage restoration and Insurance Claims
Fire damage restoration can limit smoke, water, and structural loss. Learn insur...
How Long Does It Take for Mold to Grow After Water Damage?
How long does it take for mold to grow? Learn the timeline after leaks, storm da...
Flooded Basement: What to Do Before Filing an Insurance Claim
flooded basement help: learn what to do first, how insurance and flood coverage ...