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June 12, 2025

What Makes an Area High Risk? Understanding Insurance Premiums by Geography 

When it comes to insurance, location matters more than you might think. Whether you’re purchasing homeowners’ or auto insurance, insurers use a variety of geographic risk factors to determine your premium.   What Makes an Area High Risk?  Insurance companies rely…
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April 17, 2025

How Natural Disasters Can Impact Your Insurance Premiums 

How Disasters Influence Premiums  What You Can Do  Stay Prepared  Natural disasters are unpredictable, but your insurance coverage doesn’t have to be. Let Cornerstone Insurance Agency help you assess your risk and ensure you’re ready for whatever comes your way. …
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April 10, 2025

Why Is Home Insurance So Hard to Find in Your Area? 

1. Regional Risks Certain areas face more natural disasters or environmental risks, which make insurers hesitant to provide coverage. For example:  2. Insurer Withdrawals Some insurance companies pull out of high-risk markets altogether. If several insurers exit a region, fewer…
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February 11, 2025

Mudslides vs. Mudflows: Understanding the Difference 

  What Are Mudslides?  Mudslides are a type of landslide where masses of earth and debris rapidly slide down a slope. They often occur due to the destabilization of soil on a hillside, triggered by events like heavy rainfall, earthquakes,…
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February 5, 2025

Understanding Water Damage: Insurance Coverage Options 

  Types of Water Damage  a. Clean Water Damage  This type of damage is caused by clean water sources, such as broken pipes, overflowing sinks, or rainwater. Clean water damage is typically the least harmful and can often be addressed…