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RR 2.0, CSFI Partners, Featured in Media Coverage on Changing Rates along Gulf Coast

WDSU, an NBC affiliate in New Orleans, has broadcasted an update on expected and experienced increases to premiums in Louisiana, affecting 80% of the state’s policyholders.  Noting comments from elected officials and relevant stakeholders, the story stresses the need for additional public education from FEMA for homeowners, builders, and real estate agents.  Furthermore, the story reiterates the importance of maintaining coverage, and preventing lapses, to ensure gradual increases in rates under Risk Rating 2.0.  To watch and review the complete story, click here.

Last month, WLOX covered affordability concerns in Mississippi, due to Risk Rating 2.0’s impact on premiums.  The story, focused on local economic impact to Harrison County with local officials’ remarks, can be seen here. Recently, WLOX continued coverage on flood insurance by interviewing a representative from the Mississippi Insurance Department to discuss changes.