Insurers shifted roof replacement costs onto homeowners thanks to a new federal rule — just in time for hail and hurricane season

Homeowners facing extensive roof damage may have to choose between filing an insurance claim, which could raise future premiums, or paying out of pocket for repairs or replacement. The piece highlights a cost burden for consumers and a potential insurance-related headwind, but it is largely informational and unlikely to move markets.

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Homeowners facing extensive roof damage may have to choose between filing an insurance claim, which could raise future premiums, or paying out of pocket for repairs or replacement. The piece highlights a cost burden for consumers and a potential insurance-related headwind, but it is largely informational and unlikely to move markets.