The California wildfires were devastating, leaving incredible destruction in their path and so many people without a home. What is worse, many of those homeowners whose homes were destroyed did not have fire insurance for their properties.
Steps to take
First, assess your situation. You want to know the extent of the damage. Document everything with photos, videos, and written descriptions.
Inquire to see if there is emergency help, such as from the Red Cross and local charities, which provide shelter, food, and necessities.
The government is also available to help. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may assist individuals and families affected by disasters, including those without insurance.
Look into local resources, such as help from municipalities and counties. They usually come together to host people affected by the fire.
Need legal help? Even if you understand your mortgage/deed paperwork, it is important to have an attorney review it.
Time to rebuild: In this last step, you rebuild and recover. We know it is a challenge, and natural disasters are terrible to experience. However, you can survive this.
