Many people assume their home insurance policy will cover flood damage, but this is not the case. Many also think that you must be in a high-risk flood zone to get flood insurance. However, that also is not true. Since floods can happen anywhere, at any time, consider purchasing a federal flood insurance policy to protect your home or business.

Flood insurance policies provide coverage for the structure of the home or business and contents lost in a flood. These policies are available whether you rent or own your home. There are limits to these policies, but we can help you assess what they are.

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  FloodSmart.gov is the National Flood insurance Program website offering consumers flood insurance information, FAQ about flood insurance and flood preparation.
  

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  Wright Flood is the top flood insurance provider in the nation. Visit WrightFloodAdvice.org for flood info. 
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  Your local Shelter agent can answer your questions and assist you in getting a flood insurance quote.