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Can Both the Contractor and Property Owner Be Named Insureds on a Builder’s Risk Policy?

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One common question is whether the contractor and the property owner can be named insureds on the same Builder’s Risk policy. The answer lies in both parties’ financial interest in the property and how that impacts the insurance policy’s structure. Property owners may also choose to add Premises Liability coverage to the policy.

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Does Builder’s Risk Coverage Differ for Residential vs. Commercial Construction Projects?

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While Builder’s Risk policies for both types of projects offer similar coverage, such as insuring for damage to the structure from fire, theft, and other covered perils, there are important distinctions between residential and commercial coverage. We offer 3-, 6-, 9-, or 12-month policies, with extensions available upon review.

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Builder’s Risk Insurance in Tennessee: A Broker’s Guide 

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Job sites that are under construction are prone to things like fire, theft, and vandalism. Different Builder’s Risk insurance policies vary from one insurance carrier to another.  Theft : Covers the cost of replacing covered items that were stolen from the job site. Who Should be Named in a Builder’s Risk Policy?

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What are the most important questions to ask when choosing business insurance?

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Introduction When it comes to safeguarding your business, selecting the right insurance policy is crucial. It can be quite a daunting task with so many options out there, and understanding each policy’s intricacies is essential for your peace of mind and financial wellbeing. Every industry comes with its own set of risks.

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Builder’s Risk Insurance in Michigan: Online Quotes, Coverages, and Costs 

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Under-construction buildings can be prone to fire, vandalism, and theft, which can end up costing their backers and owners millions. However, a general rule of thumb for Builder’s Risk is to expect a policy to cost anywhere from 1-5% of the total project cost. Who Needs to be Insured by a Builder’s Risk Policy?

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Builder’s Risk Insurance Declinations: An Interview With Susan DeCarlo

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We can consider weather related claims, but claims of theft, vandalism, and fire, for example, would be an automatic decline. If we are comfortable with our exposure, we may consider increasing the AOP deductible and the theft deductible , depending on the underwriting analysis. And in those cases, it would be a declination.

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The Role of Appraisals in Fine Art Insurance

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A client’s fine art collection may represent their treasured possessions or important investments and requires specialized insurance to protect against losses caused by water, fire, vandalism, theft, transit, and natural disasters. Types of Valuations Insurance policies can be written on an agreed value/scheduled or blanket basis.