Wildfire Defense Gets a Boost from Colorado Insurance Reform

H. Cutner
Colorado Insurance Reform

Can Colorado’s New Wildfire Mitigation Bill Lower Insurance Costs? Wildfire seasons aren’t what they used to be. Colorado homeowners know this all too well, as flames creep closer to neighborhoods and insurance premiums climb higher. But could Colorado’s House Bill 1182 bring relief? This bill, now awaiting the governor’s signature, aims to tackle rising homeowners’ insurance costs by tying them directly to wildfire mitigation efforts. What’s the idea? Simple—but potentially game-changing. If homeowners can lower their wildfire risk, insurance companies may reward them with smaller premiums. Sounds fair, right? What…

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State Farm Isn’t Alone in Facing California Heat, But What Sets It Apart?

Angela Linders
State Farm and California Wildfire

California’s Insurance Woes Deepen Amid Wildfire Claims and Allegations The aftermath of California’s wildfires isn’t just about scorched homes and devastated communities. It’s also become a battleground between homeowners and insurance giants. And no name has been tossed around more than State Farm’s. Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara made one thing clear last week when he said a formal investigation into how the insurer handled wildfire claims isn’t off the table. What’s Lara hinting at? Complaints. From survivors of the Eaton and Palisades fires, who’ve accused State Farm of delayed payments…

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Why Allstate Thinks Your Auto Insurance Rates Won’t Spike Just Yet

Angela Linders
What Allstate thinks about insurance rates

Allstate Weighs in on Auto Insurance Rates and What’s Coming Next Got car insurance? Then there’s a good chance you’re watching your premiums like a hawk. With prices on the rise everywhere—from groceries to gas pumps—we’re all wondering what’s next for insurance rates. Lucky for us, Allstate’s got some answers. Sort of. Here’s the big takeaway from Allstate’s recent commentary on the auto insurance market: rates aren’t plunging anytime soon, but massive hikes aren’t right around the corner either. Sounds like a mixed bag, doesn’t it? Tariffs Are Coming for…

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OPINION Article: Why the Ghost Gun Debate Has Huge Implications for Insurance Costs

Logan B.
Ghost Gun at home

Ghost Guns, Big Lawsuits, and Insurance Drama What happens when New York sues firearm manufacturers, claiming their products are fueling violence? You’d expect a legal showdown between the state’s attorney general and the gun companies. But what if insurance companies are suddenly dragged into the mess? Yep, it gets complicated. And that’s exactly what’s happening in the ongoing lawsuit over ghost guns, with major players like AIG and an insurance trade group stepping into the ring. Where do insurance companies fit into this? Here’s the deal. New York filed this…

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Attention New Drivers in North Carolina! Here’s Why You Need to Hit the DMV ASAP

Angela Linders
North Carolina Driving Test

Got plans this summer? If you’re a new driver in North Carolina, it’s time to add one more thing to your to-do list: get your driver’s license. Why? Because starting July 1, 2025, a big change is coming to the way car insurance works in the state, and it could cost you and your family a lot of money if you don’t act now. Here’s the deal. Right now, if you’re a brand-new driver, you’re hit with what’s called an inexperienced driver surcharge on your car insurance. It’s a fee that insurance companies…

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Texas House Approves Sweeping Changes to Windstorm Insurance

Marc
Texas Insurance News

Texas House Passes Bill to Reshape Windstorm Insurance. What Does This Mean for Homeowners? Big news for Texans living along the coast. The Texas House has approved House Bill 3689, which aims to overhaul the way windstorm insurance works in the state. If you’re a homeowner depending on the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA), you’re probably wondering, “What’s going to change?” and “Will this make my insurance cheaper?” Let’s break it down. Texas Windstorm Insurance Lower Costs, But How? Windstorm insurance has long been a financial headache for many coastal…

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What Is Reunderwriting and Why Is It Rising?

H. Cutner
Reunderwriting Insurance Policies

What Is Reunderwriting and Why Are We Hearing About It More? Ever feel like your insurance policy is getting more scrutiny than the essay you wrote in high school? You’re not alone. That’s reunderwriting at play. It’s not a new concept, but it’s definitely making its presence felt lately. Insurance companies are reexamining policies with a magnifying glass, and if you’re a homeowner, you may have already gotten the dreaded letter. But why is this happening? And what does it mean for you? Reunderwriting 101 Reunderwriting is when insurers reassess…

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