Property Insurance Roundtable

Today, we will be discussing the highly-active 2017 hurricane season and its impact on the people, areas, and economy as well as how home and business owners can properly insure themselves for this exposure in coming years. Our panel of experts has first-hand experience in the public adjusting industry and will guide us through this discussion.   Key Takeaways: [1:21] Why were home and business owners were caught off guard by Hurricane Harvey? [3:09] For future hurricanes, how can home and business owners prepare themselves? [3:59] What was unique about Hurricane Harvey? [4:39] What was the effect on Louisiana, Texas, and elsewhere? [8:57] Tips for property owners still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. [10:09] What is FEMA’s role in the clean-up efforts? [12:09] How long can residents expect to be affected after a hurricane? [13:59] What types of property insurance coverages are home and business owners lacking with regards to Hurricane Irma claims? [15:38] Is FEMA help available? And if so, wh