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What to Know About Deductibles After Multiple Florida Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Deductibles serve several purposes. They make insureds less likely to file smaller claims because either damage falls within the deductible, or is so close to it that the policyholder would rather not … They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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Explaining Deductibles After Multiple Florida Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Deductibles serve several purposes. They make insureds less likely to file smaller claims because either damage falls within the deductible, or is so close to it that the policyholder would rather not … They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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Protect Your Finances: The Truth About Small Insurance Claims

Shield Insurance Agency

Shield Insurance Blog | Small Insurance Claims | Contact Our Sales Team! Small Insurance Claims Can Raise Premiums Small insurance claims, such as those for minor property damage, may seem like a hassle to deal with. However, filing small insurance claims can have long-term financial consequences.

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Fifth Circuit Holds That Sales Tax is Not a Component of Actual Cash Value

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Actual cash value of the stolen or damaged property less the deductible; or 2. Amount necessary to repair or replace the property with other property of like kind and quality less the deductible. The insurer determined that the policyholder sustained a total loss to her hail-damaged vehicle.

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5 Must-Know Tips for Comparing Home Insurance Quotes

TGS

Imagine discovering after a claim that the policy won’t pay enough to replace your roof or cover water damage. Mind the Deductibles—Higher Isn’t Always Better A deductible is the amount you pay out of pocket before your insurance steps in. Haven’t filed a claim in years? Does the company handle claims efficiently?

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5 Best Practices for Effective Claims Reviews

Risk Management Monitor

With the cost of insurance for businesses rising across many types of coverage, staying on top of trends in the claims portfolio is more important than ever. For this reason, many insurers and TPAs promise to conduct claims reviews with their business customers on a regular basis, but the rigor can vary greatly.

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Why are Homeowners Insurance Rates Increasing?

Scott Insurance

According to Money.com , an independent publisher, recent year-over-year premium increases have averaged 20%, and policyholders should expect to see at least a 10-15% increase in 2024. Because of this delay, policyholders should not expect much relief due to cooling inflation until at least 2025.

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