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Category: Hurricanes
Recovering After Hurricane Loss
After the Storm There is a price to pay for living in paradise. Key West residents who had fled the Florida Keys ahead of Hurricane Irma were allowed to return to their homes as authorities prepared to reopen Key West last weekend. Meanwhile, many Floridians have yet to return to work or school because power outages […]
Real Deal: CBTG Fights Insurance Industry Over Property Damage Claims
Real estate is susceptible to all kinds of harmful damage. Sinkholes, wind, floods, plumbing leaks, mold, burglary, arson, vandalism, accidents, negligence, and natural disasters can all cause significant destruction to your property. Unfortunately, insurance companies commonly delay and deny claims, with property owners failing to receive the proper amount of compensation they deserve. Over the […]
The Perfect Storm: What You Need To Know About Hurricane Prep
Each named storm puts a new set of communities in its path on alert for floods, winds, power outages, lost businesses, and property damage. Forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (“NOAA”) are expecting to see above-average storm numbers in the Atlantic, despite the uncertainty of whether an El Niño will develop over the […]
Preparing Your Home for Storms
Your home is a shelter. It protects your loved ones and your possessions from the elements. Sometimes, the elements are too strong, and damage can occur. Fortunately, there are measures you can take to protect your home from potential storms before the risk presents itself. Stay informed The most important thing you can do to […]
Property Insurance Claim Mistakes to Avoid
When filing a property insurance claim, there are a number of things you want to take into consideration. Remember, your adjustor will be a representative of the insurance company, so they will be on the lookout for inconsistencies or disorganized information. Many homeowners make the same mistakes when filing a property insurance claim. Here are […]
What Causes Water Damage?
What causes water damage? Water damage insurance claims can be some of the most difficult because of how damaging water can be, even if you don’t see it. Many insurance companies like to take advantage of their insureds, and that is easy to do when the damage caused by water is so difficult to catch […]
Florida Hurricane Insurance: Be Prepared
Florida hurricane insurance As Florida residents, we’re well aware of the necessity of hurricane insurance. Our state is particularly prone to hurricanes, and nobody can predict the level of damage they’ll bring with them. This is why we need to prepare our homes and property for the worst cast scenario, and that means being ready […]