by Russ Lis | Jun 6, 2026 | Policyholder Guidance
The steps you take right after property damage occurs can meaningfully affect how smoothly your claim moves forward, so having a general sense of what to do can be helpful before you actually need it. Prioritize safety first, making sure the property is safe to...
by Russ Lis | Jun 4, 2026 | Policyholder Guidance
The declarations page is often the first page of a property insurance policy, and it summarizes some of the most important information about your coverage, making it a useful starting point for understanding your policy. Look for the coverage types and limits...
by Russ Lis | Jun 3, 2026 | Roofing
A roof inspection connected to an insurance claim is only as useful as the documentation that comes out of it. Two inspectors can walk the same roof and reach different conclusions if one produces a thin file and the other builds a complete record. For an appraisal...
by Russ Lis | Jun 2, 2026 | Policyholder Guidance
Finding out that your insurance claim has been denied or that the offered settlement seems too low can be frustrating, but there are a few general steps that can help you understand your options going forward. Start by carefully reviewing the denial or settlement...
by Russ Lis | Jun 1, 2026 | Policyholder Guidance
Understanding your general rights in the appraisal process can help you feel more confident if you ever need to use it to resolve a disagreement over the dollar amount of a covered loss. In many policies, either the policyholder or the insurance company can...
