Why an Elevation Certificate Is Becoming Part of Long-Term Property Planning
Property planning does not stop once a home is built. It does not stop once a sale closes either. Owners keep making choices for years after that. They add rooms. They fix up old spaces. They sell. They refinance. An elevation certificate made early on can still help years later. It gives an owner a […]
Can a FEMA Elevation Certificate Lower Insurance Costs?
If you live in Bridgeport, WV, you may have seen your flood insurance cost go up. It can feel confusing and unfair. You might wonder, “Why is my rate so high?” The truth is, many homeowners pay more than they should. However, there is a way to check if your home is rated correctly. That’s […]
How To Find Your Property On FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps
What are FEMA flood maps? FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) or just Flood Maps are provided after a flood risk assessment has been completed or updated for a community. This study is known as a Flood Insurance Study. The FIRM gives you the Base Flood Elevations (BFEs) and insurance risk zones in addition to […]