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Flood
Connecticut Insurance Department Important Notice re: flood insurance training requirements pursuant to Section 207 of the Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004
A bulletin issued by the Connecticut Insurance Department outlining producer requirements for flood training. 1 page
My property is wet; it must be a flood
Discusses problems that can arise when providing coverage for water damage, even when combining a homeowners policy and a flood insurance policy. 3 pages
NFIP Community Rating System—what it could mean for your insureds
An overview of the NFIP Community Rating System and how independent agents can play an active role in getting their communities to participate. 2 pages
Flood insurance frequently asked questions
Some of the common—and not so common—questions raised about the National Flood Insurance Program. 3 pages
Now that the storm has passed ...
An overview to help you educate your customers about the importance of flood insurance and how to better prepare your agency to handle a disaster. 2 pages
Something’s wet; it must be a flood, right?
An explanation of the coverage difference between a homeowners policy and a flood insurance policy. 3 pages
The reauthorization rose ceremony
This resource kit discusses the current National Flood Insurance Program and changes being sought through reauthorization. 2 pages
ISO assists the private flood market
This resource kit provides information on ISO’s new Commercial Flood Insurance Program. 2 pages
Private flood gets personal
ISO has introduced a new Personal Flood Program to serve as a standard for the private personal flood insurance market. This resource kit offers a list of the major changes. 2 pages
Back to the future of flood
Offers an overview of the NFIP’s history and its direction moving forward into the future. 2 pages
Increased flood risk elevates business insurance—knowledge and prevention are key
This resource kit highlights the need for building owners to consider taking additional measures to protect their facilities due to recent trends in the severity and frequency of natural disasters and storms. 4 pages
Clearing up flood insurance misconceptions: Be the adviser who helps clients prepare
Today’s climate is not only changing in terms of weather, but there also is a growing litigious climate. Protect yourself from E&O exposure by offering flood insurance. 3 pages
Anatomy of a claim: NFIP vs. private flood insurance claim
This resource kit provides a step-by-step guide for understanding the claims process for both the NFIP and private flood insurance. 2 pages
FEMA launches a direct-to-consumer flood insurance quoting tool: What insurance agents need to know
Offers an overview of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Direct-to-Consumer Quoting Tool, and important tips for agents. 2 pages