NFIP flood insurance generally has a 30-day waiting period before coverage begins. You can’t buy a policy when a storm is approaching and expect it to cover that storm.
There are exceptions: coverage bought in connection with a new mortgage or loan closing can start immediately, and certain flood map revisions allow a shorter wait. Private flood policies may have shorter waiting periods, sometimes 10 to 15 days, depending on the carrier. Because Florida’s hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, the best time to buy flood insurance in Central Florida is in the spring.
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