Protect Homeowners From Common Winter Claims
Winter preparedness is not optional, even in areas that don’t traditionally experience freezing weather.
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Green Shield Launches Affluent Homeowners Program for Wildfire-Hit Zones
The policy offers dwelling protection for homes valued between $1 million and $6.175 million, providing wildfire-specific benefits including debris removal, landscaping restoration and mitigation support.
Severe Convective Storms Lead Concerns for Insurers
The vast majority of insurance company executives view severe convective storms (SCS) as the leading threat to their balance sheets, according to a Demex survey.
Builders Risk Insurance: 5 Coverage Gaps and Policy Misconceptions
While replacement valuation gaps are a prominent concern for builders risk clients, several other gaps and misconceptions can leave clients vulnerable to significant financial burdens.
How Economic and Climate Uncertainty Impacts the Builders Risk Market
While the builders risk insurance sector continues to remain profitable, economic and environmental uncertainties within the construction industry are forcing builders and insurers to rethink their strategies.
Fix Our Forests Act Edges Closer to Law
The “Fix Our Forests Act of 2025,” which will improve forest management, reduce wildfire risk and protect critical infrastructure, was passed out of a U.S. Senate committee.
Risk Mitigation Technologies Are Becoming Essential in the Homeowners Market
Insurance agents who embrace risk mitigation technologies can strengthen underwriting, deliver value to customers and differentiate their service.
How Catastrophes Are Changing Property Coverage
From hurricanes in the Southeast, wildfires in the West and severe convective storms in between, catastrophes are a defining feature of the current insurance landscape and are changing property insurance.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in September
September highlighted the impact of nuclear and thermonuclear verdicts on the commercial auto market, signs of improvement in the property & casualty industry, and the Big “I” welcoming Angela Ripley as the new chair.
Is Your Tech Stack Ready for CAT Season?
Catastrophe season can stretch even the most experienced insurance professionals to their limits. Between managing claims and fielding urgent questions, staying organized and efficient becomes key to success.
