Maria Valdez Haubrich, Author at ProgramBusiness | Where insurance industry clicks

Louisiana Pushes for Insurance Discounts on Fortified Roofs

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The effort comes as policymakers continue to address rising homeowners insurance costs and strengthen building resilience in hurricane-prone areas.

DUAL Latin America and Liberty Specialty Markets Form Partnership to Expand Capacity in the Region

The collaboration brings together DUAL’s underwriting capabilities and Liberty Specialty Markets’ insurance capacity to support brokers and clients operating in the region.

Aon Announces First Stablecoin Insurance Premium Payment

Collaboration with Coinbase and Paxos expands digital asset insurance capabilities for clients

Court Upholds Montana Law Allowing Insurance Rates Based on Marital Status

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The decision comes after a legal challenge from a group of individuals and organizations that argued the law was discriminatory.

MGA Boom Raises Operational and Credit Exposure for US Fronting Insurers

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MGA-sourced premiums reached $90.4 billion in 2024, up 90% from the past five years.

Tornadoes Cause Fatalities and Damage Across Michigan and Oklahoma

Image of a home heavily damaged by an F2 tornado that swept through Oregon Twp in Lapeer County, MI on March 15, 2012. The house was lifted from its foundation. The photo was taken the next day on March 16, 2012.

One of the deadliest tornadoes struck Union City, a village in southwestern Michigan.

Experian Announces $0.99 Pricing for VantageScore 4.0 to Support Credit Score Competition

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Experian stated that the change reflects its ongoing commitment to increasing competition in credit scoring and delivering cost savings to lenders.

Oil Price Surge Raises Economic Uncertainty as Spring Housing Season Begins

Low-density two story private homes in rural residential suburbs outside of Rochester, New York. Upscale suburban houses with large lot size and green grassy lawns in summer season.

Analysts note that the situation could influence mortgage rates, consumer confidence, and broader economic conditions.

State Farm Agreement Allows 17% Home Insurance Rate Increase to Continue in California

The settlement, submitted to a judge on March 7, 2026, follows negotiations involving the California Department of Insurance and other parties.

Carriers Report Higher Claims Severity as Medical Inflation, Litigation Trends and AI Fraud Increase Complexity

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Medical inflation, litigation behavior, and the growth of AI-enabled fraud are contributing to increased severity in claims handling.