Tag: rate increases

New Insurance Law in Louisiana Sparks Debate – Winners and Losers Revealed

Marc
Major Insurance Law Reforms in Louisiana

Louisiana Implements Major Insurance Law Reforms for 2025 Louisiana is undergoing significant changes in its insurance landscape with the introduction of a new law that took effect on January 1, 2025. The legislation, signed by Governor Jeff Landry, repeals the unique “three-year rule,” which had long posed challenges for insurance companies operating in the state. This reform aims to make Louisiana a more competitive environment for insurers while sparking concerns among homeowners about protections. Repeal of the Three-Year Rule The three-year rule previously prevented insurance companies from canceling or non-renewing…

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Allstate Reports Strong Q2 Financial Results Amidst Legal Challenges

John Bowers
allstate 2q financial report

The Allstate Corporation has reported robust financial results for the second quarter of 2024, showcasing significant improvements across various performance metrics. However, the positive financial news is clouded by recent legal issues involving its subsidiary, National General, and a substantial rate increase request in California. Impressive Q2 Financial Performance Allstate’s total revenues for Q2 2024 reached $15.7 billion, marking a $1.7 billion increase from the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by an uptick in property-liability earned premiums. The company posted a net income of $301 million attributable to…

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California Homeowners Face 34% Rate Hike as Allstate Follows State Farm’s Lead in Insurance Shakeup

Archie Walsh
California Homeowners insurance rates going up

LOS ANGELES: In a move that mirrors State Farm’s recent actions, Allstate is seeking a substantial increase in its California homeowners insurance premiums. First reported by the Los Angeles Times, Allstate aims to raise rates by an average of 34%, marking the largest rate hike in the state this year. If approved by the California Department of Insurance, this increase will impact over 350,000 policyholders. This latest development follows State Farm’s request for significant rate increases, including a 50% hike for renters and a 30% hike for homeowners. The six-largest…

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Are State Farm Rate Hikes Justified? What California Faces Without Them

Logan B.
State Farm California Property Insurance Increases Is it Justified

Is the State at the Mercy of Its Largest Property Casualty Company? The insurance industry in California has recently been shaken by the news that State Farm, one of the nation’s largest insurers, may pull out of the state and non-renew existing policies if they don’t get what they want. This potential move has sparked widespread concern among consumers and industry experts alike. What would be the consequences if State Farm were to follow through with this decision? And is the company justified in requesting significant rate increases given California’s…

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Allstate Insurance CEO Reveals Hidden Cause of Rising Auto Insurance Rates

Marc
Allstate Insurance - A woman looking surprised - auto rates increase

In a recent interview with CNBC, Tom Wilson, CEO of Allstate Insurance, shed light on the underlying reasons for the spike in auto insurance rates. He pointed to a crucial factor that has often flown under the radar—the dramatic increase in used car prices over the past few years. This revelation connects the dots between the surge in vehicle costs and the consequential rise in insurance premiums. The Surge in Used Car Prices “The price of used cars skyrocketed by 60% between 2020 and 2022,” noted Wilson. This substantial increase…

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Auto insurance shopping increases as high rates send consumers elsewhere

Logan B.
Auto insurance - Shopping around online

Drivers are looking for new ways to make their coverage affordable, including leaving current insurers According to a new report from JD Power and TransUnion, for the first quarter of 2024, drivers were increasingly shopping for new auto insurance policies in the hopes of saving money on their monthly premiums. These drivers felt there were no more ways to save on existing policies Consumers started comparison shopping for new auto insurance policies because they didn’t see any new ways to be able to apply discounts to their existing coverage, said…

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State Farm Reverses California Policy Non-Renewals – With a Catch

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Allstate home insurance growth and decline

State Farm, the largest insurance carrier in California, has announced a significant reversal of its earlier decision to not renew over 70,000 policies in the state, including 30,000 home insurance policies. This change comes after the company initially cited increasing wildfire risks as the primary reason for its decision back in March. However, the company’s renewed commitment comes with a notable caveat that is bound to impact policyholders significantly. State Farm Reversal and The Catch According to a statement from Sevag Sarkissian, State Farm’s California spokesperson, while the company will…

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