Mariah Posey

New Jersey

Editor, Insurance at Bankrate

Editor 1 at Red Ventures

Digital Content Writer | NJ✈️NC | I want to be wherever inspiration lives

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Articles

Is Political Gridlock Hurting Florida Homeowners?

4 days ago | bankrate.com | Shannon Martin |Mariah Posey

Florida’s homeowners insurance market has been in crisis for years. Premiums are among the highest in the nation — more than double the national average — and insurance reform is a constant balancing act between consumer protection and market sustainability. However, this year, Florida homeowners face more than high rates and hurricanes.
I Have an Active Insurance Claim in California. Will the Wildfires Delay My Payout?

2 months ago | bankrate.com | Natalie Todoroff |Mariah Posey

The wildfires may be out, but that doesn’t mean Californians can rest easy. The January 2025 wildfires are on track to be the most expensive natural disaster in U.S. history — topping the damage done by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Already, the California FAIR Plan has run out of money and called on private home insurance companies and homeowners across the state for financial aid. The Los Angeles wildfires have, expectedly, resulted in an onslaught of home insurance claims.
Shouldering the Burden: The Unequal Impact of Extreme Weather on Women

2 months ago | bankrate.com | Shannon Martin |Mariah Posey

“It’s burned into my brain, I’ll never forget it,” says Lynn Boudreaux. “The storm hit around midnight, and it was loud. The wind was rattling the windows, it was just so loud. Then it sounded like there was a train nearby. Later, we found out that a little tornado touched down and tore off the second story of the house behind us.”The day before Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, Lynn was a 22-year-old single mom evacuating east to Tallahassee with her 4-year-old son.
Car Insurance Quotes - Quick, Easy & Free

2 months ago | bankrate.com | Shannon Martin |Mariah Posey |Mark Friedlander

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Potential Extreme Weather Costs Weigh Most on Limited-Income Homeowners

Mar 3, 2025 | bankrate.com | Shannon Martin |Mariah Posey

Let’s face it, money can make life easier. Costs associated with extreme weather are busting the budgets of many homeowners, but those making less than $50,000 per year are feeling the pressure the most. Bankrate’s Extreme Weather Survey found that only 48 percent of homeowners with a household income below $50K per year say they are financially prepared for the potential costs associated with extreme weather events in their area, compared to 71 percent of homeowners earning $100K or more.
How to Switch Home Insurance Companies

Oct 17, 2024 | bankrate.com | Natalie Todoroff |Mariah Posey |Mark Friedlander

Our writers and editors used an in-house natural language generation platform to assist with portions of this article, allowing them to focus on adding information that is uniquely helpful. The article was reviewed, fact-checked and edited by our editorial staff prior to publication. There are many reasons to potentially switch insurance carriers when assessing your homeowners insurance policy. Perhaps another carrier offers an endorsement that your current carrier doesn’t offer.
You Have Hurricane Damage, Now What?: Steps To Take After a Hurricane

Oct 10, 2024 | bankrate.com | Natalie Todoroff |Mariah Posey

In late September and early October 2024, the American Southeast was hit with two back-to-back major hurricanes Helene and Milton. Homeowners in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Tennessee and Virginia faced down these two historic storms in a less-than-two-week timeframe. To make matters worse, there could be another tropical storm brewing over the Atlantic. If it develops into a named storm, it will be called Nadine. Hurricane Leslie, a Category 1, is also brewing over the Atlantic.
What Is HOA Insurance and What Does It Cover?

Sep 25, 2024 | bankrate.com | Natalie Todoroff |Mariah Posey

Just like you have an insurance policy for your home, your homeowners association (HOA) may have a master policy to financially protect against accidents that occur in common areas and property damage to HOA-owned property. HOA insurance is usually financed by HOA membership fees, which can also pay for things like lawn mowing, snow plowing and maintaining public spaces.
Survey: 1 in 4 Homeowners Feel Financially Unprepared for Costs of Extreme Weather Events

Sep 8, 2024 | bankrate.com | Shannon Martin |Mariah Posey

As extreme weather events intensify nationwide, a significant number of homeowners are left financially vulnerable and ill-prepared for the substantial costs associated with these severe storms. In fact, more than 1 in 4 (26 percent) U.S. homeowners say they are unprepared for the potential costs associated with extreme weather events in their area according to Bankrate’s 2024 Extreme Weather Survey.
Are Car Insurance Rates Negotiable?

Jul 25, 2024 | bankrate.com | Mariah Posey |Jessica Gibson

When you’re shopping for car insurance, you want to be sure you’re getting the coverage you need at the best price. While negotiating your rate might seem like a feasible option, insurance providers do not have the ability to manually adjust rates when offering you a quote. This is because rates are calculated based on your personal rating factors. Fortunately, there are still ways you can find affordable coverage.