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Please Don’t Compare Whole Life Dividends to Universal Life Interest

The Insurance Pro

How Life Insurance Products Develop Returns The return on cash values is driven by unique elements depending on the type of life insurance policy. For whole life insurance , we focus on the dividend interest rate. For universal life insurance policies we focus on the interest rate payable on the policy.

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Court Finds Policy Term, “Windstorm,” to be Ambiguous in Coverage Dispute Involving Tornado

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange (2024 WL 322297 (Tex. 29, 2024)), the Court determined that the term “windstorm” was ambiguous as utilized in the subject insurance policy. The insureds suffered property damage caused by a tornado and subsequently submitted a claim to their insurer. In Mankoff v.

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Insurance for Apartment Building Owners: Protecting Your Client’s Investments With the Right Coverage

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Fortunately, the property owner had Ordinance or Law Coverage A as part of their insurance policy, allowing them to receive the full building limit for the loss. It also shows that being aware of any separate deductibles for wind or hail is an important part of assessing your clients coverage options.

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Proactive Tips for Businesses Facing Hail Damage Claims

Risk Management Monitor

In 2018, the 5 th Circuit Court of Appeals took things a step further in Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s of London v. In that case, a hotel filed a lawsuit against its insurer for refusing to cover hail-related roof damage under a commercial property insurance policy. Lowen Valley View, L.L.C.

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Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Property Insurance

Protect Commercial Insurance

As interest-backed assets offer higher returns, insurers might become more inclined to increase their pricing models to cover potential future claims. Therefore, higher interest rates can sometimes lead to more expensive insurance. Underwriting involves evaluating risks and determining suitable premiums for policyholders.

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Public Art Insurance: Safeguarding Publicly Owned Art and Collectibles 

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Our Fine Art and Collectibles Program offers public art insurance that is designed to safeguard these cultural treasures, ensuring they can continue to inspire and engage for generations to come. What is Public Art Insurance? How Much Does Public Art Insurance Cost? Public Art Insurance FAQs What is the typical deductible? 

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How to Read Homeowners Insurance Quotes

TGS

At TGS Insurance, your free home insurance quote is instant! Quotes that are ready quickly are usually based on a small subset of information, then the initial baseline quote is refined during the underwriting process. >> TGSI TIP: Homeowners insurance quotes should always be free. Insurance Company 2.