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Know Your Policy: Parametric vs. Traditional Flood Insurance

Know Your Policy: Parametric vs. Traditional Flood Insurance

Flood events have surged over the past decade, putting many Residential and Commercial properties, including those outside of traditional flood zones, at risk. Parametric Flood Insurance provides data-driven, trigger-based financial protection for certain exposures, while Traditional Flood Insurance remains a foundational coverage for many property owners. Each product serves a distinct role and can be used independently or together to support a more…

Flood Insurance Market Overview: Rising Risks, New Solutions and Expanding Opportunities

Flood Insurance Market Overview: Rising Risks, New Solutions and Expanding Opportunities

Key Takeaways Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, with an estimated 83% of flood losses uninsured. Recurring NFIP disruptions create operational challenges and reinforce the need to evaluate private Flood Insurance alternatives. Private market capacity across Primary and Excess Flood Insurance has expanded, offering higher limits and greater structural flexibility. Parametric Flood solutions provide liquidity tied…

Video: Flood Market Opportunities

Video: Flood Market Opportunities

Capacity shifts and pricing adjustments are creating new opportunities in the Flood Insurance market. In this clip from our recent Flood Insurance webinar, Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product Manager, Flood, Burns & Wilcox, Morehead City, North Carolina, outlines where brokers and agents can find competitive terms, expanded limits, and strategic placement options for challenging Flood risks. https://vimeo.com/1164740837/3c1533818d?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Webinar: Flood Insurance – Primary, Excess & Parametric Options

Webinar: Flood Insurance – Primary, Excess & Parametric Options

Flooding poses a significant risk for residential and commercial properties, even outside designated flood zones. With recurring National Flood Insurance Program disruptions, private Flood Insurance solutions are more important than ever. Now available on demand, this webinar features experts from the Burns & Wilcox Flood Practice Group and Floodbase, the leading AI platform for monitoring and insuring Flood risk, as they examine Primary, Excess,…

Ask the Expert Q&A: Flood Insurance

Ask the Expert Q&A: Flood Insurance

Flooding is the nation’s most frequent and expensive natural disaster, affecting property owners from coastal cities to inland towns alike. Even a few inches of water can cause catastrophic damage, disrupt operations, and leave homeowners and business owners facing massive repair expenses. To learn more about Flood Insurance and new products reshaping the marketplace, we spoke with Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product…

Residential Property Insurance Outlook: Navigating Flood & Wind Risks

Residential Property Insurance Outlook: Navigating Flood & Wind Risks

Key Takeaways: Homeowners are increasingly seeking coverage from the Excess & Surplus (E&S) Residential Property Insurance market. According to the 2025 midyear report from the Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA), this market has grown by 25% year-over-year, highlighting its importance in a changing environment. Catastrophic (CAT) weather events are driving the demand for E&S solutions. The National Oceanic…

Video: Flood Insurance Market Updates

Video: Flood Insurance Market Updates

With only 4% of U.S. homeowners carrying flood insurance, brokers have a crucial opportunity to help close the coverage gap and better protect their clients. In our recent Residential Property webinar, Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product Manager, Flood, Morehead City, NC, highlighted the staggering economic impact of flood events and emphasized the urgent need for greater education and awareness…

Webinar: E&S Residential Property Insurance – Navigating Flood & Wind Risks

Webinar: E&S Residential Property Insurance – Navigating Flood & Wind Risks

From rising sea levels to intensifying hurricanes and convective storms, the frequency and severity of flood and wind exposures are increasing, placing significant strain on standard Homeowners\' Insurance markets. As traditional carriers continue to limit coverage, there is a growing demand for Excess and Surplus (E&S) solutions for Residential Property. Join our expert-led webinar for insights into: Recent trends in…

Historic Flooding Exposes Homeowners Insurance Gaps

Historic Flooding Exposes Homeowners Insurance Gaps

Inside This Article: Many communities throughout the central United States were submerged after historic rainfall led to life-threatening flash floods. The Ohio River reached its highest crest since 1997, flooding storefronts in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. Many homeowners do not have insurance coverage for flood damage because it is excluded under standard Homeowners Insurance policies. Private Flood Insurance policies can…

How to Navigate Insurance Claims, Uncertainty with Hurricanes Milton, Helene

How to Navigate Insurance Claims, Uncertainty with Hurricanes Milton, Helene

As communities across the Southeast recover from the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene, they now face another storm: Hurricane Milton. “The circumstances are tragic,” said Rick Sforzo, Senior Director, Claims Services, Burns & Wilcox, Atlanta, Georgia. “Our thoughts and prayers are going out to everyone there affected by these storms, and certainly those that have been affected by the multiple…

Ask the Expert Q&A: Flood Insurance

Ask the Expert Q&A: Flood Insurance

As flooding risks continue to grow across the U.S. and beyond, finding the right Flood Insurance policy is essential for property owners. To learn more about Flood Insurance, we spoke with Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product Manager, Flood, Burns & Wilcox, Morehead City, North Carolina. What are some of today\'s greatest risks regarding Flood Insurance? B.T.: The lack of…

Flood Risks, Insurance Costs on the Rise: Essential Steps to Protect Your Property

Flood Risks, Insurance Costs on the Rise: Essential Steps to Protect Your Property

Communities from Florida to the Northeast are recovering from the effects of Hurricane Debby, which brought flooding rain and multiple tornadoes from Florida to the Northeast. Earlier this year, forecasts predicted an above average, or even record-breaking number of storms in 2024, due in part to unusually high ocean temperatures and the effects of La Niña, NBC News reported. For…

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