how much does fema pay for personal property

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FEMA does not assign a fixed amount for personal property assistance. Instead, it offers grants for eligible losses not covered by insurance, with a 2024 maximum of $43,600 for non-housing needs, according to GeoVera. Assistance focuses on essential repairs and necessities, and applicants are expected to file an insurance claim first, as FEMA generally covers only what insurance does not.