Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Flood Damage?
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Updated: December 28, 2023
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Homeowners insurance policies generally do not cover damage caused by flooding, but you can generally purchase separate flood insurance. MoneyGeek breaks down how to protect your home from flood-related water damage.
Updated: December 28, 2023
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Mark Fitzpatrick has analyzed the property and casualty insurance market for over five years, conducting original research and creating personalized content for every kind of buyer. Currently, he leads P&C insurance content production at MoneyGeek. Fitzpatrick has been quoted in several insurance-related publications, including CNBC, NBC News and Mashable.
Fitzpatrick earned a master’s degree in economics and international relations from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor’s degree from Boston College. He is passionate about using his knowledge of economics and insurance to bring transparency around financial topics and help others feel confident in their money moves.