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Moody’s Warns: More Hurricanes, Higher Insured Losses in 2025
Moody’s Ratings says insured losses may grow in 2025, fueled by hurricanes and inflation driving up the cost of repairs, labor, and materials. With forecasts predicting above-average storm activity, the 2025 season poses increased financial exposure for insurers and...
Rate Hikes Coming for North Carolina Homeowners
Homeowners across northeastern North Carolina will see insurance rate hikes starting this month after a settlement was reached between insurers and state regulators. The increases include: Territory 110 (Carova to Ocracoke) rising 5.1% this month and 4.8% in...
New Insurance Bill Could Limit Policyholders’ Right to Sue
As Louisiana enters the 2025 hurricane season, lawmakers are weighing a bill that would let insurers offer discounted “arbitration-only” policies, preventing policyholders from suing in disputes. While supporters say it gives consumers more choices, insurance agents...
Lawsuits Filed Against AAA and USAA for Underinsuring LA Fire Victims
Homeowners affected by the Jan. 7 wildfires in Los Angeles County are suing USAA and two AAA-related insurers, alleging they were systematically underinsured and left without enough money to rebuild their houses. Anchoring their claims in fraud, negligence, breach of...
Consumer Prices Rise at Slowest Pace in Seven Months
A key U.S. inflation gauge showed further cooling in April, as consumer prices rose at their slowest annual pace in seven months, according to a report from the Commerce Department. Inflation eased with consumer prices rising 2.1%, the slowest pace since September,...
EAH Housing to Redevelop Glendale Facility in CA into 68 Affordable Units for Seniors
EAH Housing has announced plans to transform a 1970s assisted living facility in Glendale into Parkview Glendale, CA, a 68-unit affordable housing community for seniors. The renovated two-story building will feature studio and one-bedroom apartments, along with...
NY Gov. Hochul Awards $50M to Revitalize Communities Across New York
Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $50 million in awards for 50 projects through the Restore New York Communities Initiative, aimed at eliminating blight and boosting local revitalization efforts. Notable grants include $3.5 million each to the cities of Rome and...
Texas Faces Critical Flood Insurance Gap, Report Warns
A new report from the Neptune Research Group reveals that only 7% of Texas homes have flood insurance, despite millions facing increased flood risk over the next 30 years. In some major inland metros, coverage drops below 1%, while just 28% of residential buildings in...
Colorado Set to Pass Landmark Wildfire Insurance Reform
Colorado is poised to enact the nation's first law requiring insurers to factor wildfire risk mitigation into pricing and coverage decisions. The bill also mandates that insurers disclose wildfire risk scores and explain how they’re calculated, giving homeowners a...
New York Lawmakers Propose Insurance Rule Changes in New Legislation
New York lawmakers are considering significant changes to state insurance regulations through Assembly Bill 8536, which outlines new claims handling timelines, adjuster oversight, and stricter documentation processes. Key provisions include expanding the “period of...
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