Tag Archives: FEMA

Click through to learn what the Texas Department of Insurance recommended in its biennial report to the state legislature.

As the partial government shutdown enters its second week, its effects are not only being felt on federal agencies but also on the housing market.

Natural disasters had a significant impact on the mortgage and real estate industry over the past year. Here's why FEMA recently reversed an existing policy regarding the National Flood Insurance Program and why it’s important during the ongoing government shutdown.

The devastation caused by the deadly wildfires in California has led to massive infrastructure damage. A report estimates the residential and commercial loss incurred.

More than a year after Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico, the island faces many challenges along the road to recovery. DS News spoke to industry leaders working to facilitate that process. Editor’s Note: This feature originally appeared in the November issue of DS News.

With the launch of a new initiative, the GSE will expand its help to homeowners who are impacted by natural disasters. Here are the details.

Wildfires continue to ravage California, engulfing acres in flames and destroying homes and lives. Here’s how the industry and government agencies are reaching out to homeowners impacted by this tragedy

Ed Mullen, CEO of Cyprexx Services, spoke to DS News about the challenges facing the property preservation and field services industries.

The vast majority of homeowners affected when Hurricane Harvey made landfall in the Houston area didn’t have flood insurance. A year later, rates of coverage are up in the area … but will they stay that way?

Courtney Thompson, Director, First VP, Default Servicing Operations, Flagstar Bank discusses streamlining communications with borrowers, navigating compliance and how Flagstar has evolved to thrive in a lower-delinquency environment. Editor's Note: This feature originally appeared in the July issue of DS News.