When Joy Sharp built a new home in the small coastal community of Wilmington, North Carolina, about eight years ago, her homeowners insurance cost was a relatively modest $1,400. That was then. Now, ...

This week, Vermont observes Flood Safety Awareness Week to educate residents about the importance of floodplains and personal safety measures. Floodplains play a crucial role in safeguarding ...

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Nearly two months after rain and floods pummeled Vermont, the immediate cleanup is over. Now the hundreds of people whose homes flooded face a difficult choice. Should they rebuild, especially as ...

Home warranty vs. home insurance, what's the difference? One covers normal wear and tear and the other liability and ...

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation is offering $3.5 million to help low- and moderate-income homeowners repair or replace failing water and wastewater systems, according to a ...

NORWALK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HomeServe USA (HomeServe), a leading provider of home emergency repair service plans, today announced that its optional water service line coverage plans are now ...

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In Vermont, home values have climbed sharply in recent years—especially in popular areas like Burlington, Montpelier, and Stowe. But that appreciation now carries a costly catch for more than ...