Insurers Push for NFIP Extension Before Sept. 30 Deadline
Written by Tiffany Mitchell on September 4, 2010 – 12:09 pmThe National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has a long history of frequent expirations due to Congress failing to make a decision in time, so insurers are taking it upon themselves to remind them before it’s too late. In case lawmakers aren’t sure about then the program will expire this time, insurance companies have their bullhorns ready to shout: Sept. 30!
NFIP Expiration Approaching and Insurers Don’t Want to Miss It
According to a new report from the P&C National Underwriter, insurance companies have had enough of Congress allowing the National Flood Insurance Program to expire. The next program expiration is set for Sept. 30, s
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Would you be likely to shop for homeowners insurance on a night/weekend or during the week?
Written by Tiffany Mitchell on September 3, 2010 – 8:24 pmI currently work for an insurance agency and I sell homeowners insurance. I am considering getting a cell phone to answer calls after 5:00pm and on weekends. I am not sure how lucrative this would be. Do people primarily look for insurance during the week or do they seek convenience on nights and weekends?
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Overseas Health Insurance – EIndiaInsurance
Written by Steven Rivera on September 2, 2010 – 5:05 amTravelers to overseas nations require overseas health insurance policies to get coverage while traveling. The health care system in most developed nations is very expensive and hospital bills can cause a significant financial crisis if the traveler is not covered under a proper overseas health insurance plan. Insurance companies offer a wide a range of coverage for emergencies that are medical and non medical in nature.
The benefits and exclusions in the overseas health insurance plans vary according to the insurer chosen. Therefore travelers should shop around a little before making a purchase. The benefits in overseas health insurance policies vary based on the plan chosen and age of the traveler.
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Costs for Family Health Insurance Rise
Written by Steven Rivera on September 1, 2010 – 2:25 pmHealth insurance statistics from two organizations showed that premiums for family coverage increase this year.
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Health Research & Educational Trust, workers are paying an average of almost $4,000 this year to provide health insurance coverage to their families. That marks a $482 increase, or 14 percent, over 2009′s costs.
The rise comes despite the fact that premiums for family health insurance rose only 3 percent this year.
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Health Insurance for Visitors from China
Written by Steven Rivera on August 28, 2010 – 6:12 pmThere are numerous Chinese citizens residing in the USA and their parents and relatives visit them during special occasions from China. While in America as a visitor one should purchase a proper medical insurance plan to get coverage in case of an emergency. Health insurance for visitors from Chinapolicy is a special plan designed for the visitors to get medical coverage.
Since the medical costs are very high in overseas nations visitors insurance plan will help to meet the hospital bills in case of an emergency. Health insurance for visitors from China plan assures peace of mind for the visitors by giving financial assistance in case of an emergency.
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