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Despite living in high-risk flood zones, less than 25% of homeowners in Harris County carry flood insurance, leaving many ...

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The National Flood Insurance Program, or the NFIP, needs to be reauthorized by Congress by the end of September so that home buyers can close on their homes with new policies.

However, the absence of a commitment to continue flood funding beyond 2026 has prompted industry reaction, particularly from stakeholders in property insurance and climate resilience.

And a National Flood Insurance Program policy takes 30 days to go into effect, Johnson said — so if you’re going to get a policy, don’t wait until you hear about a storm forming.

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With the Atlantic hurricane season about to start, this may be good time to consider buying flood insurance for your home — even if you don’t live in a hurricane-prone area.

Flood insurance is not exclusive to single-family homeowners. It also extends to condos, apartments and businesses. Property owners can get up to $250,000 in building coverage and up to $100,000 ...

What homeowners and renters need to know about rising flood insurance rates, FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0 and how to protect your property.

Most flood insurance coverage is provided via the NFIP. The NFIP offers coverage for the property itself up to $250,000, as well as up to $100,000 for personal property.