If you ever wondered, how much does the average Florida homeowner pay for property insurance, you are not alone. Unfortunately, the answer is not easy to find as estimates vary wildly. While estimates vary, in most cases, homeowners can agree that insurance rates are skyrocketing, and coverage is getting harder to find. While legislation was […]
According to Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, homeowners will have to continue waiting for lower Florida homeowner insurance rates. As premiums continue to soar due to insurers pulling out of the Florida market, local legislators say it will be years before premiums start to decline. In an interview with House Speaker Paul Renner that aired […]
A state agency in Florida is selling municipal bonds to backstop the state’s homeowner’s insurance industry. This is due to a large number of claims and litigation that resulted in some insurers going bankrupt. The Florida Insurance Guaranty Association, which deals with the claims left behind by insolvent insurers, is planning to borrow $600 million […]
As we enter only the second week of hurricane season, two property insurance companies are scaling back homeowner policy sales and coverages, claiming that their vulnerability to natural disasters and flooding makes writing policies in some parts of Florida unsustainable. AIG and The Farmers Group joined a variety of other insurers in the decision to […]
Florida, renowned for its stunning coastline and warm weather, has long been a popular destination for homeowners. However, amidst the tranquil palm trees and sandy beaches, a notable segment of Floridians holds a deep-seated skepticism towards home insurance companies. While it is essential to acknowledge that not all residents share this sentiment, it is worth […]
Homeowner insurance rates have been climbing for more than five years, increasing a shocking 19.1 percent since 2018 according to ValuePenguin. This trend will continue in 2023. According to the latest ValuePenguin study, between Jan. 1 and March 17, 2023, homeowner insurance premiums have increased 2.8% across the country. “In 2023, the rising cost of […]
In another twist to the insurance nightmare in Florida, it is possible that Florida homeowners will be facing another insurance increase. Recently, the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association (FIGA) issued an emergency assessment fee of 1%, which will result in some homeowners facing an increase starting October 1. The new increase was requested by FIGA and […]
The recent severe weather that hit Florida should be a reminder that the Sunshine State is moving into storm season. This means it’s time to prepare your home and batten down the hatches to help prevent damage from Spring storms. Experts from AAA recently offered tips on how to prepare for severe weather as well […]
A bill that is heading to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office for a signature may make it harder for homeowners to sue over construction defects they find in their Florida homes. Senate Bill 360 is being touted by insurance companies and builders as necessary while personal injury lawyers and some in the legal community fear it […]
The Florida homeowners market has been in turmoil for years. Sky-high premiums have become the norm due to fraud and lawsuits by less than honest roofing companies. Florida currently has some of the highest homeowner insurance rates in the country and while there is some good news on the horizon, there is plenty of bad […]