1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (193+ words) Mar. 14, 2026 at 10:52pm New York policymakers have been at the forefront of expanding consumer protection requirements for financial services providers. The SHIELD Rule goes beyond federal law by extending certain obligations to original creditors, adding detailed verification and time-barred debt notice…...

5+ day, 16+ hour ago  (314+ words) New clearinghouses will allow more private insurers to take on commercial policies from state-run Citizens Property Insurance. Mar. 9, 2026 at 10:50pm The state-run insurance carrier that serves as Florida's insurer of last resort. Republican state representative who sponsored the House version of…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (274+ words) Officials urge caution with contractors and highlight Illinois renters' legal protections following severe storms in northwest Indiana and south of Chicago. After major storms, unscrupulous contractors often target affected neighborhoods, taking advantage of residents in crisis. At the same time,…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (219+ words) Rising property taxes and insurance costs are surprising many homeowners and first-time buyers, sharply increasing monthly mortgage costs. A bank based in Columbia, Missouri that conducted the analysis on the impact of taxes and insurance on monthly mortgage payments. The…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (208+ words) Jose Gomez of Gomez Insurance Agency says bundling can save Illinois residents money without reducing essential coverage. For Chicago residents, bundling auto and home insurance can be especially beneficial due to the higher insurance rates in urban areas driven by…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (354+ words) State Senator Sasha Ren'e P'rez proposes legislation to guarantee homeowner policies for properties meeting wildfire safety standards. Published on Feb. 23, 2026 The bill follows concerns raised by wildfire survivors who fear they could lose coverage after rebuilding their homes to the…...