Homeowners Options for Leasing a Vacation Home with VRBO, Airbnb
An insured is considering renting their second home out out on VRBO or Airbnb. What homeowners insurance options would cover this risk?
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Homeowners Insurance Trends: ISO Changes and Smart Devices
While identifying ways clients can proactively prevent a loss, agents can also make sure clients are aware of their coverage limitations and options in light of the March 2022 ISO updates.
From the Front Lines: Homeowners
“From the beginning, we’ve avoided traditional strategies like buying internet leads, direct response ads on social, direct mail and formalized, structured networking groups,” says independent agent James Jenkins. “We put all of our efforts into developin
Why an Increase in DIY Home Projects Creates an Opportunity for Agents
As more people update or remodel their homes, agents are in a prime position to ensure clients are adequately insured.
Is Water Damage from Lawn Irrigation Pipe Excluded as ‘Surface Water Damage’?
After a lawn irrigation pipe ruptured, water flooded the insured’s home and caused damage to the basement.
Graduation Season: Educating Homeowners on Hosting Backyard Parties
Here are three areas where agents can educate homeowners clients to prepare them to host a graduation party.
Homeowners and Business Properties Risk Being Underinsured, Says APCIA Survey
Only 30% of insured homeowners have purchased more insurance or increased coverage limits to compensate for rising building costs, the APCIA survey found.
Limiting Factors: Is Your Client’s Homeowners Limit Adequate?
Miscommunication between homeowner and agent is just one way coverage gaps are created. Here are five more areas to watch out for potential errors and omissions.
Dog-Related Claims Cost $881 Million in 2021
The number of dog bite claims across the country increased 2.2% from 2020, according to a study released last week.
When Does the Continuous Seepage Exclusion Start in a Homeowners Policy?
A carrier denied a claim for floor damage after a condensation line leaked because of the time period over which the leak occured.
