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Standard homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage, so you might need separate flood insurance, which you can get either through FEMA or private companies. Here are the details.

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Flood insurance for renters only covers the contents of their home, up to $100,000. For businesses, the maximum coverage is $500,000 for structural damage as well as contents stored.

Flood insurance for renters only covers the contents of their home. In the United States, FEMA has traditionally provided all flood insurance plans through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).