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Sen. Cornyn: Senate Clears Bill To Help Struggling Homeowners
May 7, 2009 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
Washington, DC - May 6, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, a member of the Finance and Budget Committees, released the following statement after supporting the Helping Families Save Their Homes Act, which passed the Senate today by a vote of 91-5.
TDI Ready to Assist Consumers with Hail Damage
April 1, 2009 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN, TX - March 31, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Consumers who suffered damage to their homes or vehicles in the recent severe weather across Central Texas should contact their insurance company or agent to file a claim as soon as possible.
Insurance Department Urges Homeowners to Consider Flood Insurance
March 18, 2009 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN, TX - March 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Floods are consistently one of the most common, costly and deadly natural disaster Americans face each year - 90 percent of all natural disasters in the nation involve flooding and Texas residents cannot afford to ignore this threat. Flood Safety Awareness Week (March 16-20), is a perfect time to consider local flood risks and learn important information about steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
Residents Repairing Storm Damage May Need to Have a Windstorm Inspection Done
October 16, 2008 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN, TX - October 16, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is reminding all homeowners along the Gulf Coast that damage to their homes by Hurricane Ike must be repaired in accordance with the Texas Windstorm Building Code (TWBC) if the homeowner plans to obtain or maintain insurance from the Texas […]
HURRICANE PREPARATION: Insurance Tips from the Texas Dept. of Insurance
August 31, 2008 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN, TX - August 31, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — With Tropical Storm Gustav threatening the U.S. Gulf Coast, it’s time for residents and homeowners to make preparations in the event of a loss. There are several simple steps you can take now to protect your property and ease the process if you have to file an […]
New State Website Helps Consumers Shop for Homeowners, Auto Insurance
August 30, 2008 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN, TX - August 30, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) and the Office of Public Insurance Counsel (OPIC) have developed a comprehensive, interactive online resource for Texans shopping for home or auto insurance: www.helpinsure.com. This new consumer tool was created in response to Senate Bill 611 (by Senator Lucio and Representative Martinez, […]
Texas Reaches Agreement with Allstate Regarding Homeowners Insurance Reductions and Refunds
May 21, 2008 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) and the Office of Public Insurance Counsel (OPIC) announced an agreement with Allstate Texas Lloyd’s (”Allstate”) to settle all outstanding litigation with respect to homeowners insurance. The agreement provides Texas Allstate policyholders with a total of approximately $71,300,000 in refunds, credits and rate reductions under the following […]
Insurance Commissioner Approves Rate Increase for Texas Windstorm Insurance Association
November 16, 2007 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
Part of Long Term Plan to Build Up Catastrophe Fund
AUSTIN, TX - November 16, 2007 - The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) granted a portion of rate increases requested by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA), the state’s insurer of last resort for windstorm coverage. As part of the rate change, TDI is targeting a larger portion of […]
Stewart Title Guaranty Co. sponsors study assisting Native Americans to improve homeownership
August 28, 2007 Posted by Texas RealEstateRama
HOUSTON (Aug. 28, 2007) – Stewart Title Guaranty Co. is sponsoring the Tribal Land Title and Recordation Office Study, a research partnership between First Nations Development Institute (First Nations) and the National Congress of American Indians’ (NCAI) Policy Research Center to offer a set of options for Native nations seeking to improve homeownership rates.
