Buying a house is one of the most high-stakes decisions many people will make in their lives. Yet many households are investing millions without an adequate understanding of a property's exposure to ...

A new study finds that many homeowners face a higher flood risk than they expect. It’s a prospect that raises questions about the accuracy of government flood maps that determine insurance coverage, ...

A researcher who studies flood-risk mapping says many politicians aren't interested in updating maps because it might trigger higher insurance costs and restrictions on construction. Reading time 3 ...