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Explaining Deductibles After Multiple Florida Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Deductibles serve several purposes. They provide some premium relief for the insured. 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 …

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Low-Deductible Health Insurance: Pros and Con

Freeway Insurance

Under these circumstances, a plan with a low deductible might be the perfect fit for you. Despite the great coverage these plans offer, a lot of people avoid low deductibles. However, low deductibles offer many benefits – and challenges – which you should carefully consider before you apply for health insurance.

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Protect Your Finances: The Truth About Small Insurance Claims

Shield Insurance Agency

Small Insurance Claims Can Raise Premiums Small insurance claims, such as those for minor property damage, may seem like a hassle to deal with. Many policyholders may be tempted to file a claim for every little incident in the belief that their insurance policy will cover all damages.

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Why are Homeowners Insurance Rates Increasing?

Scott Insurance

has seen an increase in their homeowners insurance premium. 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. What can you do to impact your homeowners premium?

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Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Property Insurance

Protect Commercial Insurance

How Interest Rates Influence Insurance Costs Insurance premiums are sometimes indirectly influenced by interest rates. Here’s how: insurers rely on investment income to keep premiums competitive. When interest rates rise, the returns on these investments can increase, potentially affecting premium rates.

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Tips for Buying Home Insurance

Bankers Insurance

The homeowners insurance market is complicated and dynamic, and many policyholders have experienced increased rates in recent years despite no changes to their coverage or claims filed. Even among typical homeowners policies, premiums likely increased year over year. Reduce liability risks. Explore discounts. 3 or 5 years).

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HMO vs PPO vs POS vs EPO: What’s the difference?

Healthinsurance.org

Under a Preferred Provider Organization plan, policyholders receive discounted prices from in-network healthcare providers partnered with the PPO, which means that the provider will write off a portion of their billed amount, under the terms of the network agreement with the health plan.