Homeowners Hit by Helene Are in for an Insurance Claim Shock

Homeowners Hit by Helene Are in for an Insurance Claim Shock·The Wall Street Journal

Homeowners are rushing to file insurance claims after Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction across six states. Property insurers in recent years have hollowed out coverage and sharply increased rates to make up for steep underwriting losses driven by natural disasters. Owners of homes and businesses slammed by Helene could be in for a nasty shock when they check the small print of their policies.

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