Author: G. Turner

Gloria has several articles published on industry trends based on an array of different subjects but specializes within the insurance industry. She has accomplished her top goals of becoming an accredited news journalist that addresses top issues in a way that entertains as well as educates.

1 in 5 Consumers accept Amazon and Google as homeowners insurance companies

G. Turner
Homeowners insurance companies - Home in bubble over hand

A J.D. Power survey showed that shoppers see these tech giants as acceptable home insurers. One in five consumers said in a recent J.D. Power survey that they would be willing to use Amazon or Google as homeowners insurance companies. Among those who participated in the survey, 80 percent were already insured by a large national carrier. Amazon and Google have both dabbled in the insurance industry and are expected to become increasing participants in the marketplace. Earlier in August, media reports showed that Amazon was testing the waters in…

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Allstate releases its catastrophe loss estimate for July 2018

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Catastrophe loss estimate - Destruction - American Flag

The American insurance giant released the announcement of loss as well as its future predictions. The Allstate Corporation recently released its catastrophe loss estimate for July 2018. Throughout that month, it estimates having experienced loss from catastrophes reaching a pre-tax $262 million. This figure converts to $207 million after taxes are taken into consideration. The Allstate Insurance catastrophe losses were the result of 15 individual events in July. The July 2018 catastrophe loss estimate were the outcome of 15 separate catastrophic events. They brought with them losses of $220 million…

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Russell Higginbotham announced as new Swiss Re CEO

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Swiss Re CEO - New CEO Announced - Business

The incoming chief executive officer will replace Jean-Jacques Henchoz, who is leaving the insurer. Group Executive Committee member, Reinsurance EMEA and Regional President EMEA, Russell Higginbotham will become the Swiss Re CEO on September 1, 2018. The previous chief executive officer made the decision to seek an opportunity outside Swiss Re. Russell Higginbotham isn’t at all new to the insurer. Before being named as the new Swiss Re CEO, Higginbotham has been working for the firm for 24 years throughout a spectrum of different geographies and business areas. His most…

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Dog insurance premiums are more affordable in some cities than others

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Dog insurance premiums - Dog - cute dog -sad dog

These locations are providing agents, brokers and animal owners a substantial opportunity. A recent study has revealed the parts of the country where dog insurance premiums are the lowest. There, pet owners can purchase coverage for their furry family members in an affordable way. Pet insurance can come with a hefty cost, depending on where the policyholder resides. When a beloved pet is injured or falls ill, vet bills can be in the hundreds or thousands of dollars. This can require animal owners to have to choose between their financial…

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DNA testing kit results may lead to future insurance customer risks

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DNA Testing - DNA Resarch

While these tests are becoming highly popular, consumers should understand how the data is used. Purchasing a DNA testing kit to find out more about what genes say about an individual is becoming very popular. However, concerns are growing with regards to how the data will be treated and used, particularly by certain parts of the insurance industry. There are a number of different companies selling these kits, from large to small ones. Some of the DNA testing kit packages simply tell a person about where their ancestors lived in…

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