Category Archives: Homeowners Insurance
Colorado State Researchers Predict Above-Average 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Source: NBC 6 Researchers are predicting an “above-average” 2021 Atlantic hurricane season, with 17 named storms and eight hurricanes. Of those eight hurricanes, four are expected to be major, according to the Colorado State University Tropical Meteorology Project. Dr. Philip Klotzbach, hurricane specialist at CSU, presented the forecast Thursday during the National Tropical Weather Conference…. Read More »
AccuWeather predicts another active hurricane season in 2021
According to AccuWeather, a private weather forecasting service, another busy hurricane season looks imminent, but thankfully it will not be as destructive as last year. The forecast calls for seven to ten hurricanes. Three to five of these are forecast to be major hurricanes, with winds of at least 111 mph. “Current indications are… Read More »
Severe storm damages Panama City Beach business and homes
Panama City, Florida, March 18, 2021 — A severe storm damaged a Panama City Beach business and several homes when a severe storm passed through the area early Thursday morning. Strong winds can easily cause damage to your roof so it’s important to diagnose any roof damage as soon as possible before it results in a more costly leak. … Read More »
Four names from 2019 and 2020 hurricane seasons to be retired
On March 17th the World Meteorological Organization wrapped up its three-day annual session. As a result, the following tropical storm names have been retired; Dorian, Laura, Eta and Iota. Their retirement continues the tradition of avoiding the repetition of names from storms that inflict significant damage and deaths. They will join 89 others in… Read More »
ILG’s Kimesha Smith Gives Insight on “Loss Of Use Coverage” | Insurance.com
Loss of use coverage provided by your homeowners insurance policy helps pay for additional living expenses that incur in the event your home is severely damaged, making it temporarily uninhabitable. Think of temporary rent, hotel stays, storage and moving costs etc. With that being said, it’s also important to understand your Florida homeowners insurance… Read More »
ILG’s Nicole Shacket Shares Tips on “How to File a Home Insurance Claim” | Insurance.com
Before filing a property insurance claim in Florida, you want to make sure you’re prepared and understand the property insurance claims process. In a recent article on Insurance.com, ILG’s supervising attorney, Nicole Shacket, and other industry experts provide tips on “how to file a home insurance claim.“ When it comes to filing a roof… Read More »
20 Names Florida will Worry About this Hurricane Season
Even though the official June 1st start to the Atlantic storm season is less than 100 days away, the past six storm season have all gotten off to an early start, with storms forming before June. The 2020 hurricane season ended as one of the most aggressive on record, producing 30 named storms, 13… Read More »
HOMEOWNERS BEWARE: SB 76 & HB 305 Do NOT Benefit You! Here’s Why…
This Legislative Session has already begun and the proposed bills (damaging to homeowners) are on track to be passed. We need to band together to stop this legislation and protect Florida homeowners. Here’s everything you need to know about SB 76 and HB 305 and why they do NOT benefit homeowners. SB 76 and… Read More »
Homeowners And Insurance Companies Will Grapple With Climate Change In 2021
In the year 2020 we saw hurricanes and wildfires ravage the United States. Now, insurance companies are raising rates and dropping customers across the board. According to Accuweather, in 2018 alone, the wildfires in California cost residents and insureres $400 billion, and 85 people were killed. While 2019 was a relatively calm year for… Read More »
Dealing with Mold? Here’s What You Need to Know
Mold is one issue that all homeowners wish to avoid. However, if you are faced with mold- do not panic. There are many tips and techniques that can help you clean after discovering mold in your home. Make sure to fix the problem immediately. Whether it was a plumbing leak or another water issue that… Read More »