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History of Flood Mitigation and Insurance Laws

From a flood insurance perspective, how did we get to where we are? Flood insurance is colorful enough on its own, but reading the history makes it even weirder.

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Understanding the Unique Facets of Flood Insurance

Flood insurance is, unusual. A flood policy essentially covers one peril but it is surrounded by many unusual facts and facets that make flood coverage unlike any other. Agents must…

Back to Basics – Important Flood Resources Agents Need

Flood insurance is a victim of politics. Information learned a few years ago may no longer apply. Stay current.

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New Flood Insurance Manual

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) updated its Flood Insurance Manual effective April 1, 2020. Following are links to the updated manual and appendices.

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New Flood Insurance Manual

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) updated its Flood Insurance Manual effective April 1, 2020. Following are links to the updated manual appendices.

Flood Insurance Myth Debunked: The Two Acres – Two Properties Rule

Through our “Ask an Expert” service, we have had reports of adjusters denying flood claims on the basis that localized flooding did not cover a surface area of 2 acres/properties…

04 February 2019 Townsville, Qld - Suburbs adjacent to Townsville's Ross River were flooded when two millions litres of water was released every second from the city's dam. Unprecedented rainfall in the week leading up to this event saw the dam's level rise to nearly 250% - Photo: Cameron Laird (Ph: 0418 238811 - cameron@cameronlaird.com)

FEMA Flood Disaster Guidelines Every Agent Should Know

The Stafford Disaster Relief Act places specific requirements on entities receiving disaster assistance. Many agents are unaware of the provisions of this Act. Failure to comply can be costly for…

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Condo Associations and the NFIP

What happens with there is not enough coverage from the NFIP to cover the condo association. Do the unit owners purchase their own coverage or does the association have to…

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