
When and how to fight a denied homeowners insurance claim
If your homeowners insurance claim was denied, you have options. Start here.
Jessa Claeys is a licensed insurance producer in the state of Colorado and an insurance editor for Bankrate. She currently covers auto, home and life insurance with the goal of helping others secure a healthy financial future. Jessa has over a decade of experience writing, editing and leading teams of content creators. Her work has been published by several insurance, personal finance and investment-focused publications, including BiggerPockets, 401(k) Specialist, BP Wealth and more.
Jessa earned her master’s degree in journalism and mass communication from the University of Denver. When she’s away from her desk, you can find her climbing mountains, paddling lakes or watching live music.
Jessa wants you to know
Insurance can be complicated. Fortunately, consumers have access to more (free!) tools and information than ever before, so making an educated decision is within our reach. It’s well worth taking a few minutes now to learn how to protect your financial wellness for years to come.
The best approach to insurance is a proactive one. Don't wait until disaster strikes to figure out what coverage you do or don't have in place.
— Jessa Claeys
If your homeowners insurance claim was denied, you have options. Start here.
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