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What Features Should Georgia Homebuyers Look For to Protect Their Property from Severe Weather?
 
If you’re worried about the impact of severe weather on your home, you’re not alone. As of April, Georgia has already experienced two tornadoes so far in 2019. This could put the state on track to exceed last year’s total of five severe weather events.
 
With weather patterns continually changing, Georgia homebuyers need to factor storm readiness into their decision-making. Here are four things that you can look for when shopping for a home that will help keep you and your property safe in the event of a hurricane, tornado or flood.
Check the property’s flood riskAs you begin to look at homes, you’ll likely start developing a list of must-haves. Perhaps you’re looking for a property that’s protected from street noise, or a plot that has plenty of acreage. You’ll likely want to add the lot’s flood risk to your list of determining factors.
 
Fortunately, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has created an easy way for homeowners — and potential buyers — to check on a property’s risk level with their interactive flood map service center. It allows you to search by address to see if the home sits in a flood plain. It also provides a rating system to help ... more

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