Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Orders American Fidelity Services, LLC to Cease and Desist the Unlicensed and Unauthorized Sale of Home Warranties in Florida
Jun 27, 2012
Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty issued an Order to American Fidelity Services, LLC (“AFS”) today, June 27, 2012 to cease and desist engaging in the unauthorized and unlicensed business of a home warranty association in the state of Florida. AFS is a limited liability company registered in the state of Maryland.
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (“OIR”) conducted an investigation and determined that AFS is offering its American Fidelity Home Warranty program without a license through its Website: www.afhwarranty.com. The plan offers coverage for all common household appliances and systems.
AFS has 21 days to respond to the Order.
The OIR notes that consumers should research companies before they buy insurance.
The OIR has an online “company search” tool that allows consumers to determine whether a company is authorized to sell insurance products in Florida.
Should you have any questions or comments, please contact Colodny Fass.