Water, Water Everywhere: Loss Data May Surprise Homeowners
Whether it’s a leaky pipe or a problem with the connection between the refrigerator and the icemaker, non-weather water damage can be more devastating than you think.
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From the Front Lines: Homeowners
Independent agent Heather Brummels is noticing that a lot of baby boomers are moving their homeowners insurance away from captive agents. “Many of these folks are starting to shop around to find equivalent and sometimes better coverage for a lower premium
State of Emergency: A Fire that Never Goes Out
Six of the 10 largest wildfires in California’s history occurred in the past decade, and nine of those 10 happened this century. The effect on the Golden State’s homeowners insurance market has been nothing short of cataclysmic.
Inspection Time: The New Face of the Classic Car Collector
The improving economy comes with plenty of side effects, and if your agency sells specialty lines, one of them is that your clients have more money to invest in collectibles like classic cars.
High Maintenance: Where Have All the Classic Car Mechanics Gone?
Why are classic car repair costs on the rise? In addition to a higher standard of care, the number of specialist mechanics is dwindling.
From the Front Lines: Classic Cars
Independent agent Troy Peterson offers classic car insurance to his personal lines clients. “Due to some technological advances, I’d say it’s actually easier to get a policy than in the past,” he says.
Do You Ask These 5 Key Questions When Insuring a Collector Car?
New to the collector car market? Use these five questions to gather information, impress your customers and look like a real expert.
Travelers Launches Quantum 2.0 Homeowners Product
After launching Quantum Auto 2.0 in 2014, Travelers is following up with a homeowners product, which has three levels of coverage: Protect, Protect Plus and Protect Premier.
Set the Record Straight: 4 Misconceptions About Renters Insurance
Because it’s inexpensive and relatively straightforward, renters insurance is particularly ripe for the picking by InsurTech disruptors—but not if you can prove your worth by helping prospects and clients understand the coverage.
Renters Insurance: Why Bother?
Renters currently head up more U.S. households than at any time since the 1960s—and over the last 10 years, renting has increased among demographics which have historically been less likely to rent.
