January 22, 2026
A New Jersey Buyout Program for Flood-Prone Homes Is a National Model
By Emilie Lounsberry, Insider Climate News
In a state beset by sea level rise and flooding, the Blue Acres program has bought out and demolished 1,200 properties that were repeatedly inundated, turning the properties into buffer zones and open spaces.
November 14, 2023
FEMA Announces $300 Million Available in Second Round of Swift Current Funding
By News Editor
Projects eligible for funding include property acquisition and demolition, elevation and relocation.
August 15, 2022
Rethinking Relocation Assistance for More Equitable Outcomes
By Chad Berginnis, CFM
The way we administer relocation assistance payments is broken. Here’s how it could be improved to keep more people safe from flooding and out of harm’s way.
July 29, 2022
Overcoming Obstacles to Buyouts
By Larry Larson, P.E., CFM
Burdensome timelines, insufficient funding for low-income families, and lack of comparable housing often stymie buyout programs
May 6, 2022
Help Improve the Home Buyout Process after Flood or Fire
By News Editor
Organizers are looking to make buyouts faster, easier, and more fair. People with all types of buyout experiences are encouraged to join the conversation.