Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

dutch777

(3,585 posts)
4. Some of us can move at will, others are trapped financially or otherwise. I won't go to FL but feel for those stuck...
Thu Oct 24, 2024, 08:43 AM
Oct 24

...there. The insurance companies can delay payments because the state needs all the insurers it can get and can't get too heavy handed.

Recommendations

10 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

In other words Florida homeowners... ProudMNDemocrat Oct 24 #1
Some of us can move at will, others are trapped financially or otherwise. I won't go to FL but feel for those stuck... dutch777 Oct 24 #4
Plenty of opportunities for reform there IronLionZion Oct 24 #2
The could apply for FEMA assistance. Although it is limited - it might help some. 33taw Oct 24 #3
I expect most will BumRushDaShow Oct 24 #5
It is surprising how many people learn that they need a flood insurance policy after the fact. TexasTowelie Oct 24 #9
I grew up in a household where all my life before heading out on my own BumRushDaShow Oct 24 #11
I used to have two policies: flood and regular home insurance. ananda Oct 24 #14
"We did have Harvey a few years ago" BumRushDaShow Oct 24 #16
My homeowner's policy doesn't cover nuclear fallout... eggplant Oct 24 #20
"I'm still unclear where I'm expected to file the fire/flood claim after the region has been turned to ash." BumRushDaShow Oct 24 #22
Yep...and most of those cover nothing in the way of furniture and other things Bengus81 Oct 24 #12
"most of those cover nothing in the way of furniture and other things" BumRushDaShow Oct 24 #13
Is flood insurance exorbitant, or is the price representative of the actual risk? Asking sincerely, as LauraInLA Oct 24 #17
Here is FEMA's site for flood insurance BumRushDaShow Oct 24 #18
tRump has little use for FEMA, unless HIS property is damaged. ProudMNDemocrat Oct 24 #6
There are legitimate reasons for denying coverage also. TexasTowelie Oct 24 #7
I've dealt with insurance companies. Hire a good attorney or two. Have them answer guestions. twodogsbarking Oct 24 #8
Insurance, peace of mine and that is about all. republianmushroom Oct 24 #10
If a homeowner has a federal flood insurance policy dlk Oct 24 #15
Keep rebuilding, suckers JoseBalow Oct 24 #19
The insurance companies should step up and move things along. I am, well, doubtful. twodogsbarking Oct 24 #21
Latest Discussions»Latest Breaking News»Florida's Insurers Deny O...»Reply #4