Tag: satellite imagery

Catastrophe Losses in 2024: A Challenging Year for the Insurance Industry

Elizabeth Price
Challenging Year for the Insurance Industry

2024’s Insurance Industry Turmoil: State Farm and Others Navigate the Aftermath of Hurricanes Debby and Beryl The year 2024 has proven to be a tumultuous period for the insurance industry, with back-to-back natural disasters resulting in substantial financial losses for major insurers. Hurricanes Debby and Beryl have left a trail of destruction across multiple states, posing significant challenges for companies like State Farm and Allstate as they navigate the aftermath. Hurricane Debby made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane in Florida’s Big Bend region on August 5, 2024. With maximum…

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Homeowners Insurance Reimagined: The High-Tech Tools That Could Cancel Your Coverage

Marc
homeowners insurance and drones insurance tools

In-Depth Look at New Trends in Homeowners Insurance In today’s world, protecting your home means more than just locking your doors and installing a security system. Homeowners need to be vigilant about potential hazards not just on their property, but also how those hazards are perceived from above. Increasingly, insurance companies are using satellite imagery and drones to assess properties, identifying risks that might previously have gone unnoticed. Trampolines, debris on roofs, and even decorative ivy can now lead to coverage cancellation, often without warning. Nationwide Phenomenon It’s not just…

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