Category: Florida News

Column: ‘Gaming’ the Insurance System Hurts Us All

Apr 27, 2011

The following article was published in the Tallahassee Democrat on April 27, 2011: Kathy Fain:  “Gaming” the Insurance System Hurts Us All Florida homeowners are finding it increasingly difficult to get good, affordable insurance coverage. Many companies have left the …

House passes bill limiting home inspections

Apr 26, 2011

The following article was posted to KeysNet.com on April 26, 2011: House Passes Bill Limiting Home Inspections By Ryan McCarthy A bill aimed at helping Keys homeowners keep their downstairs apartments by limiting home inspections is quickly making its way …

Citizens Property Rate Hike Bill in Limbo

Apr 26, 2011

The following article was published in the Bradenton Herald on April 26, 2011: Citizens Property Insurance Rate Hike Bill in Limbo  For the second day in a row, the Senate Budget committee on Tuesday failed to vote on SB 1714, …

Future Plans Unclear for Florida Last-Resort Insurer

Apr 26, 2011

The following article was published in Property Casualty 360º on April 26, 2011: Future Plans Unclear for Florida Last-Resort Insurer By Chad Hemenway A Florida bill meant to restore Citizens Property Insurance Corp. as the state’s last-resort insurer has stalled …