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High Condo Premiums a Top Issue in Hawaii Legislative Races

Insurance Journal

Jillian Anderson was planning to make fighting crime in Waikiki the top issue in her campaign for a seat in the Hawaii House of Representatives. Then came the letter from her condo association announcing a 300% increase in insurance premiums, …

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How Insurance Carriers Use Crime Scores to Assess Risk in the Affordable Housing Industry

Scott Insurance

Many insurance carriers use third-party crime scores to evaluate their exposure to criminal risk when underwriting general liability insurance policies. At worst, a high crime score may preclude the owner of a multifamily housing complex from obtaining insurance coverage, and at best, a high crime score may result in higher premium costs.

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7 Best Manchester Block of Flats Insurance Tips

Property Insurance Centre

This diversity in building age and structure affects insuranceolder buildings may face higher premiums due to maintenance risks, while newer developments may require higher coverage for cutting-edge amenities. Insurers view these uses as higher risk, which can lead to increased premiums or the need for specialist insurance policies.

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10 Factors That Affect Homeowners Insurance Premiums in Florida

TGS

TGS Insurance » Blog 10 Factors That Affect Homeowners Insurance Premiums in Florida When it comes to homeowners insurance premiums, several factors come into play, and understanding them can be the key to managing your costs. Let’s dig into the 10 factors that affect homeowners insurance premiums in Florida—and everywhere else, too.

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Affordable Home Safety Improvements to Lower Your Insurance Premiums

TGS

TGS Insurance » Blog Affordable Home Safety Improvements to Lower Your Insurance Premiums Owning a home is a dream come true—until those monthly bills remind you of the costs involved. From utilities to maintenance to insurance premiums, it adds up quickly. And you don’t need to spend a fortune to make meaningful improvements.

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Top Reasons Your Home Insurance Premium Might Increase [2024]

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TGS Insurance » Blog Top Reasons Your Home Insurance Premium Might Increase [2024] Owning a home is often a dream come true, but when that dreaded notice arrives in the mail—informing you that your home insurance premium has gone up—it can feel more like a nightmare. If you’re wondering why your premiums have spiked, you’re not alone.

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Are Insurance Price Increases a Tipping Point for Gen X and Boomers?

Majesco

When she recently realized that her premiums for both vehicles were nearly identical (and they had both gone up), she called her insurance agent. The potential premium savings are worth the data sharing. Both generational groups are experiencing related tipping points, however, due to the effect of inflation on insurance premiums.