Vermont Property Taxes to Rise 12% Amid Education Funding Challenges

Vermont homeowners face a projected 12% rise in property taxes driven by increasing education costs and declining student numbers, prompting calls for school district consolidation and funding reform.

U.S. Property Insurance Rates Rise Amid Climate Risks and Regulatory Changes

U.S. property insurance rates are rising due to climate risks, tariffs, and federal policy shifts affecting costs, risk data, and disaster relief programs. Learn the market and regulatory impacts.

ADAS Calibration Crisis Drives Repair Costs and Insurance Claims

Modern vehicles with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) require costly recalibration after minor repairs, impacting auto insurance claims and repair processes. Learn about regulatory trends, calibration techniques, and insurance implications.

Navacord and Acera Insurance to Merge, Forming Major Canadian Brokerage

Navacord Corp. and Acera Insurance Services Ltd. announce a merger to form a leading Canadian insurance brokerage with $7.2B in premiums and $7.5B in retirement assets under management, combining over 5,000 sales personnel across 150+ locations.

Winter Road Safety: Essential Auto Emergency Supplies and Insurance Preparation

Prepare for winter travel by stocking your vehicle with emergency supplies and reviewing auto insurance coverage to reduce risks and manage costs during harsh conditions.

NY Appellate Court Reverses Criminal Conviction Over Speedy Trial Delays

The NY Appellate Division reverses a weapon possession conviction due to 33-day delay in trial testimony tied to Attorney General investigation, emphasizing speedy trial rights.

Louisiana Property Insurance Struggles Persist Despite 2024 Reforms

Louisiana's property insurance market faces ongoing challenges despite 2024 reforms, with high premiums and heavy reliance on the insurer of last resort narrowing private market options.

bolt Integrates Roamly Specialty RV Insurance Nationwide

bolt partners with Roamly to offer specialty RV insurance through its nationwide agent platform, expanding tailored coverage options for the growing recreational vehicle market.

AM Best Updates Outlook for U.S. Homeowners Insurance to Stable

AM Best revises U.S. homeowners insurance outlook to stable, citing moderating premium growth, improved catastrophe risk management, and better reinsurance conditions for 2025.

Consumer Reports Urges Homeowners Insurers to Adopt Baseline Protections Amid Market Challenges

Consumer Reports petitions major homeowners insurers to adopt baseline protections addressing rising premiums, cancellations, and coverage transparency amid market pressures.