Hurricane season is the time to be vigilant. Even passing storms can cause significant flooding, and even an inch of water in the home can cause extensive and expensive water damage.

Those who live in communities where flooding is considered a high-risk factor have a one-in-four chance of flooding over the course of a 30-year mortgage. It isn’t just the high-risk areas that need to be concerned with rising waters and potential storm floods; nearly 25 percent of all flood claims are in low-to-moderate risk areas.

Florida homeowners historically had few options when it came to flood insurance. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is expensive, restrictive, and often a last resort option.

These are six reasons why everyone needs flood insurance.

If you’re selling or buying a house in a flood zone, it’s important to disclose and understand your property’s history with flood events.

Flood season is here. Are you ready for it?

You should probably get a flood risk analysis, even if you don't think your home's in a high-risk flood zone.

Does your home insurance policy help with mold clean up? It depends on what caused the mold – and your policy.

A flood can be an overwhelming experience. This guide can help you navigate next steps safely.

Chances of experiencing a flood in Florida are high, so take steps to protect yourself and your home.