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Episode 12: Flood Insurance. What is it, who needs it and where do I get it?

Mar 18, 2021 | By: Pat Brough

With Spring in the air, it is almost flood season here in New England. In this episode you will meet Jennifer Ewers, Business Development Specialist, from our Florence office.

We dig into what Flood Insurance is and how the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) started in 1968. Learn if you need a flood policy and how established flood zones determine what you will be paying. 

We also discuss the available coverage limits from NFIP, the introduction of private insurance companies and when banks require flood insurance.   
 
Hear what an Elevation Certificate is and how it can help save some money on the price for the policy. 

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