REBUILDING AFTER DISASTER

If you live along the Atlantic or Gulf coasts, you know all too well that hurricane season is here -- and that getting and paying for the insurance coverage you need for your home has been even harder following last year's storms.

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If you live along the Atlantic or Gulf coasts, you know all too well that hurricane season is here -- and that getting and paying for the insurance coverage you need for your home has been even harder following last year's storms. Having that coverage is crucial if disaster -- whether it's a hurricane, flood, fire, tornado or earthquake – strikes. But with the right homeowners insurance policy, a tragedy doesn't have to mean your house is lost forever.

We have found examples from across the country of homes that have been damaged by a natural disaster or fire, then beautifully restored with the help of insurance payouts. Make sure you have the coverage you need and see how homeowners were able to rebuild with the help of their insurance policies.

Compiled by Mayur Pahilajani