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InsuranceJul 26, 2026 · Florida Politics · SW Florida

Florida Insurance Reforms Take Center Stage on Marco Island

Industry professionals gathered on Marco Island this week for a major insurance convention focused on Florida's fast-moving regulatory landscape. For anyone planning a move to the Sunshine State, understanding these shifts is essential — insurance costs remain one of the biggest financial wildcards in Florida homeownership.

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InsuranceJul 11, 2026 · HousingWire · Statewide

ROAD Act Flood Insurance Update: What Florida Buyers Should Know

President Trump has signaled he will not sign the ROAD Act, a piece of legislation tied to the National Flood Insurance Program that could reshape how flood coverage works across the country. For Florida — a state with more NFIP policies than any other — the outcome carries real consequences. Here's what prospective buyers and renters need to understand.

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InsuranceJul 9, 2026 · Creative Loafing Tampa · Statewide

Forecasters Now Predict Well Below-Normal 2026 Hurricane Season

Updated forecasts from Colorado State University point to a quieter-than-expected Atlantic hurricane season in 2026. For anyone weighing a move to Florida, the revised outlook adds a welcome layer of reassurance heading into the peak summer months.

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InsuranceJul 9, 2026 · Florida Daily · Statewide

Florida Secures Nearly $2B in FEMA Aid After Hurricanes

Florida has locked in close to $2 billion in federal disaster assistance to support recovery efforts following recent hurricane damage. The news signals ongoing federal commitment to helping affected homeowners and communities rebuild. For anyone considering a move to Florida, understanding how the state handles post-storm recovery is an important part of the relocation picture.

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InsuranceJun 28, 2026 · Florida Politics · Statewide

Building Stronger Homes Is Key to Florida Insurance Costs

Florida's home insurance crisis isn't just a financial problem — it's a construction problem. Experts say that building and retrofitting homes to better withstand hurricanes and storms is one of the most effective ways to bring insurance premiums back down to earth.

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InsuranceJun 23, 2026 · The Real Deal — Florida · Miami / SE

Surfside Collapse Warning Signs: What Condo Buyers Must Know

New reporting suggests the 2021 Champlain Towers South collapse in Surfside showed early structural warning signs weeks before the tragedy. For anyone considering a Florida condo purchase, the findings carry lasting implications for how buyers assess building safety and insurance.

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