Wildfires

When residents can finally return to see what's left of their homes, filing a claim and understanding the process could be challenging for many.

Los Angeles already had a housing affordability crisis before devastating wildfires burned entire neighborhoods to the ground. The disaster is making it worse. 

Californians have paid relatively less for coverage than homeowners in the storm-stricken Midwest and Southeast regions, according to Intercontinental Exchange.

The wildfires are expected to have a limited effect on loan pricing and delinquencies, but other expenses could rise, adding to the cost of a mortgage.

The California FAIR Plan Association, already vulnerable financially, will likely need an assessment of insurers or policyholders as a rescue measure, according to experts.

California's governor previously prohibited price gouging for building materials and housing services after wildfires destroyed or damaged 12,000 structures.

Experts share the short-and long-term strategies employers should put in place to help employees impacted by the crisis.

As the flames continued to spread, banks closed more branches while others donated to relief efforts.

A trio of blazes in SoCal have destroyed over 2,000 homes and structures in neighborhoods with average property values well above the national average.