North Carolina Faces Rising Homeowners’ Insurance Rates Background on the Rate Increase Proposal North Carolina homeowners are bracing for a significant decision regarding a substantial proposed increase in homeowners’ insurance premiums. The North Carolina Rate Bureau (NCRB), representing private insurance companies, has requested an average statewide rate hike of 42.2%. Insurers argue that escalating costs due to natural disasters, repair expenses, and reinsurance premiums necessitate the increase. While the proposed hike averages 42.2%, coastal areas like Emerald Isle and Swansboro could see skyrocketing increases ranging from 71.4% to 99%. Meanwhile,…
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