The $8.8 Million-a-Day Delay: The Hidden Financial Toll on Homeowners Waiting for Insurance Claim Checks

A damaged roof, flooded kitchen, or house fire can turn your life upside down overnight. But for many homeowners, the next financial emergency begins after the insurance claim is filed. A new analysis from the Consumer Federation of America and Weiss Ratings estimates that home insurers collectively

A Volatile Winter Is Coming: What El Niño Means for U.S. Homeowners, According to the Farmers’ Almanac 

Meteorologists have warned that the Super El Niño's full effect wouldn’t be felt until the upcoming fall and winter months.  Now, the Farmers' Almanac is backing up those predictions, advising homeowners to prepare for a winter of “snow, sleet, and surprises.” And it doesn’t matter where you live in

Douglas Elliman narrows its loss in Q2 2026 while launching an AI overhaul

Douglas Elliman reported improved financial results during the second quarter of 2026 compared to a year ago as the company looks toward the future of the real estate industry.  According to an announcement on Friday, Douglas Elliman recorded a 4.5% annual increase in revenue for Q2 2026, with reven

Realty of America grows with anchor partner hires in the Carolinas

Charles Boyett and Allison Watkins have joined Realty of America as anchor partners to launch and lead the brokerage’s expansion into North and South Carolina from its national platform based in Chicago, the company announced on Monday. Realty of America (ROA), founded in September 2024, has grown t