Tag: insurance companies

Ricardo Lara’s Reforms: Can They Save California’s Property Market from Fire Risks?

Marc
Can They Save California's Property Market from Fire Risks?

Commissioner Lara’s Reforms to Rescue California’s Property Market In a bid to rescue California’s beleaguered property market, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has announced a series of reforms aimed at addressing the growing crisis in the state’s insurance sector. The situation has reached a critical point, with many insurers either pausing or severely limiting new policies, particularly in high-risk areas prone to wildfires. The Roots of the Crisis The current crisis is partly rooted in the 1988 voter-passed Proposition 103, which mandates that insurance companies obtain approval from the California Department…

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Navigating the New Normal: Home Insurance Deductibles Doubled

Logan B.
insurance companies are raising homeowners' deductibles

In a significant shift that is reshaping the landscape for homeowners, many home insurance companies are raising homeowners’ deductibles from 1% to 2%. This move is prompting homeowners nationwide to reassess their policies and consider the financial implications of higher out-of-pocket expenses in the event of a claim. A Growing Trend in the Insurance Industry The trend of increasing deductibles is becoming more prevalent as insurers recalibrate their strategies to manage the rising costs associated with claims, particularly those related to natural disasters. According to John Cross, a Home Insurance…

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Record-Breaking Auto Insurance Shopping Trends: The Game-Changer Insurance Agents Can’t Ignore

Angela Linders
auto insurance shopping trends

The national auto insurance shopping and quoting rate reached a record high between April and June of 2024, signaling significant shifts in consumer behavior. According to a new J.D. Power report, this increased activity could have varying implications for insurance agents across the country. Record-Breaking Trends The report highlighted that May 2024 matched the ongoing study’s all-time high monthly shopping rate, with 13.5% of U.S. drivers seeking new quotes. Additionally, 4.2% of drivers switched insurers, setting a new monthly high. This intensified shopping and switching activity reflects consumers’ responsiveness to…

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State Farm and Allstate Sued by Maui Wildfire Victims: $4 Billion Settlement Battle Erupts

H. Cutner
Maui Wildfire - Lawsuit - 4 Billion

Legal Battle Over Maui Wildfire Settlement A significant lawsuit has been initiated by victims of the 2023 Maui wildfires against insurance companies State Farm and Allstate Insurance. Filed last Friday in a Maui state court, the suit accuses these insurers of interfering with a proposed $4 billion settlement intended to support those impacted by last year’s disastrous fire. Insurers Seek Major Reimbursement According to Bloomberg, the tentative settlement of $4 billion, while significant, falls short of the estimated $5.5 billion in capital costs resulting from the fires, based on last…

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North Dakota launches auto insurance cost comparison tool

H. Cutner
Auto Insurance - Car - Calculator - Cost Comparison - North Dakota

The state’s Insurance Department has released its annual survey results comparing prices North Dakota’s Insurance Department has released the results of its annual auto insurance cost comparison, as well as a helpful tool to help drivers in the state to find the coverage they need at the right price. The survey involved obtaining quotes for six-month policies The department obtained quotes from auto insurance companies in the state for 12 different hypothetical drivers seeking six-month policies. The purpose of the survey was to better understand how premiums vary among motorists…

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