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Lawsuits Accuse Insurers of Colluding to Drop Coverage in Fire-Prone Parts of California

Insurance Journal

Two lawsuits filed in Los Angeles allege major home insurance companies have colluded to limit coverage in California communities at high risk for wildfires and force homeowners onto the state’s last-resort insurance plan that offers basic coverage and high premiums.

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Average Final Expense Commission Levels for Independent Agents

Redbird Agents

Because of this, commissions tend to be higher than many other life insurance products, with most carriers paying between 80 percent and 120 percent of the annual premium in first-year commissions. If a policy lapses within the first six to nine months, the insurance company will take back your commission through a chargeback.

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Understanding Classification Rules in Workers’ Compensation

AMAXX

These rules not only influence the amount you pay in premiums but also help ensure that your company is correctly classified based on the work it performs. Misclassification can lead to costly errors, either by overpaying premiums or by facing penalties for underreporting risk. What Are Classification Rules?

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Californians Facing Higher Rent Because of Rising Insurance Rates

Insurance Journal

Like single-family homeowners in California, landlords are facing higher insurance premiums, too. Many insurance companies have stopped writing policies in the state because of increased wildfire risks, but that’s … And they’re passing along some of those costs to their tenants.

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The Key Factors That Influence Your Auto Premiums

Boyle Agency Insurance

That’s because several factors influence the cost of auto insurance premiums. Understanding these can help you make informed decisions about your coverage and potentially save on your auto insurance. Driving Record Your driving record is one of the most significant factors affecting your auto insurance rates.

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Why Insurance Companies Won't Write Policies Before Named Storms

Wren Insurance Agency

Now that we are in the thick of the official hurricane season here in Florida, you may have noticed - if you recently tried to bind a new home insurance policy - that most carriers will stop writing up to a week or two prior to a named storm possibly impacting the state. The more damage, the more likely premiums will rise at renewal.

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10 Factors That Affect Homeowners Insurance Premiums in Florida

TGS

TGS Insurance » Blog 10 Factors That Affect Homeowners Insurance Premiums in Florida When it comes to homeowners insurance premiums, several factors come into play, and understanding them can be the key to managing your costs. Coverage Limits The amount of coverage you choose directly affects your premium.

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