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When economic news comes out of China, most American homeowners probably don’t immediately think about their kitchen cabinets, flooring, appliances, drywall, or the cost of repairing their home after water or fire damage. But the connection may be closer than you think. New economic data released on August 17 shows that China’s economy lost momentum in July. Industrial production increased 4.5% compared with a year earlier, down from 5.3% in June. Retail sales grew just 0.6%,

If you've opened your homeowners insurance renewal lately and wondered, "Why did this go up again?", you're far from alone. A May 2026 report from Pew Research Center found that 71% of U.S. homeowners say their homeowners insurance costs have increased over the past few years. Even more striking, 42% said their costs had increased a lot. Pew Research Center And homeowners in the South aren't escaping the trend. Pew found that 72% of homeowners in the South reported an increas

What Spider-Man, The Odyssey, and AI Can Teach Homeowners About Insurance Claims Spider-Man is known for his incredible "Spidey Sense," allowing him to detect danger before it happens. In The Odyssey, Odysseus survives countless obstacles by adapting to every challenge during his long journey home. Today's homeowners face a different kind of challenge. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the insurance industry, helping companies review claims, analyze property da

Georgia homeowners are facing a perfect storm in 2026, and it involves much more than the weather. Severe thunderstorms, extreme heat, flooding, tropical systems, and falling trees can turn a loose shingle or small plumbing leak into major property damage. At the same time, artificial intelligence is changing how insurance companies review information, inspect properties, detect possible damage, and process claims. Rising labor, material, and housing costs can also make repai