Home Insurance: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Protected
Owning a home is one of the biggest investments most people make. Home insurance helps protect that investment by covering you financially against damage, liability, or loss due to unexpected events. At Scout Insurance, we believe that having the right coverage gives you peace of mind so you can relax knowing you and your home […]
Investment Risk: State Farm Wildfire Investigation Impact
On June 12, 2025, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara launched a critical investigation into State Farm’s handling of claims related to the January 2025 Palisades and Eaton wildfires. These events pose a clear investment risk, carrying significant implications for real estate investors, particularly in Southern California, underscoring the need to understand insurance practices that directly […]
Wildfire Insurance Costs Are Rising in California
A recent bulletin from the California Department of Insurance reveals a critical update that affects homebuyers, property owners, and real estate investors alike. If California’s FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort for wildfire insurance, runs out of money following a catastrophic wildfire, it could charge a surcharge to all policyholders, even those whose […]