Get a new perspective on property. Host Maiclaire Bolton Smith, Vice President of Product Marketing at Cotality, goes in-depth with experts to understand how the property ecosystem is evolving, glean information on how to solve housing's greatest challenges, and see what's going to happen next.
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A free weekly show featuring experts in the New Zealand property investment industry. Find out more at PropertyVentures.co.nz
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A podcast that interviews leaders from insuretech and insurance to get up-to-date ideas and perspectives on how technology is disrupting and transforming the industry. We bring stories, trends, and useful insights to our audience from carriers, insuretechs, service providers, and various industry groups. New episodes feature people who are on the forefront of inventing, using, developing, or transforming the insurance world through applied technology. FNO: InsureTech is created and produced ...
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Cotality is more than a name — It’s a vision
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33:04CoreLogic rebranded as Cotality, and the company’s CEO Patrick Dodd explains why now was the right time to make the change.- The transition from CoreLogic to Cotality wasn’t just a rebrand, it was transformation with purpose.- What happens when a legacy powerhouse hits refresh? Beyond better serving client needs and adapt to changing market dynamic…
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How Gen Z will write new rules for homebuying
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20:52Gen Z is entering the housing market and encountering challenges both familiar and unfamiliar to previous generations.- High mortgage rates and home prices are forcing many to explore alternative markets and creative strategies like house hacking.- Tech tools and digital platforms are central to how Gen Z researches, finances, and navigates homebuy…
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Ep 280: Paul Vacquier, Founder & CEO of Beagle Services
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59:11In this episode of the FNO InsureTech Podcast, hosts Rob Beller and Lee Boyd interview Paul Vacquier, the founder and CEO of Beagle Services. Beagle Services is on a mission to tackle the pervasive problem of non-weather water damage claims by leveraging technology and installation services. Paul shares the innovative approach Beagle takes in worki…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 146: Mark interviews Sam Yin & Dan Keenan
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25:00Check out our latest episode of the New Zealand Property Podcast featuring Sam Yin, Founder & MD of Hougarden and Dan Keenan Sales Manager & Senior Business Development. This is the last episode of our 4-part series on real estate marketing where Mark has an insightful chat with Hougarden’s founder and their lead salesperson about how their platfor…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 145: Mark interviews Kyle Wright, Senior Account Manager from TradeM
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17:34Check out our latest episode of the New Zealand Property Podcast featuring Kyle Wright, Senior Account Manager at Trademe. Karl spoke about creating the best vendor marketing strategies, market trends and how Trade Me Property can amplify Vendor campaigns!
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Ep 279: FireDome, feat. Gadi Benjamini (Cofounder and CEO) and Gabriel Gross (Member of the Board of Advisors)
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55:26In this episode, we traverse three continents to bring you insights from Gadi Benjamini, co-founder and CEO of FireDome, and Gabriel Gross, a member of FireDome's advisory board. As FireDome emerges from stealth mode, Gadi and Gabriel discuss groundbreaking technology aimed at combating wildfires—a pivotal issue exacerbated by climate concerns. Thr…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 144: Mark interviews Greg Hornblow, CEO of OneRoof
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25:16Check out our latest episode of the New Zealand Property Podcast featuring Greg Hornblow, CEO of OneRoof. Greg has an incredibly strong commercial background, with more than 30 years of experience working alongside real estate professionals in a variety of roles and in advertising and marketing, including previously at NZME. His passion for the rea…
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Ep 278: Chaz Perera, CEO and Co-founder of Roots Automation
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53:00In this engaging episode, we sit down with Chaz Perera, CEO and Co-founder of Roots Automation, to uncover the transformative role of AI in the insurance industry. Chaz shares his journey from leading major initiatives at AIG to founding his own company aimed at solving one of the industry's longstanding challenges—unstructured data. Through his in…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 143: Mark interviews Sarah Wood, CEO of realestate.co.nz
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20:00Check out our latest episode of the New Zealand Property Podcast featuring Sarah Wood, CEO of realestate.co.nz This is the first of a four-part podcast series, where Mark interviews the largest 4 marketing Platforms of Residential Real Estate in NZ. Today Mark speaks to Sarah Wood CEO of realestate.co.nz Sarah has a wealth of experience in customer…
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Can We Bridge the Widening Property Insurance Gap?
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29:53For years homeowners’ insurance was just there. It was a safety net in the background, ready to catch someone when disaster struck. But now, that net is fraying, and homeowners are scrambling to understand why coverage is becoming so expensive — or in some areas, nearly impossible to obtain. Homeowners across the country — especially in wildfire-pr…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 142: Mark interviews Tim Bateman Former Pro Athlete and Entrepreneur
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44:40Check out our latest episode of the New Zealand Property Podcast featuring Tim Bateman, a former rugby star from Canterbury and a Crusaders legend! 🏉 In this engaging interview, we dive into Tim’s rugby career, his experiences with top players like Ma’a Nonu and Sonny Bill Williams, and his transition into the wellness industry across New Zealand. …
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New Tariffs, Higher Costs — Who Really Pays the Price?
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33:24As the U.S. waits for the final decision on the fresh tariffs imposed on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese imports, the housing industry is bracing for the impact of this policy decision. With material costs already a growing concern, these new trade policies could send ripples through supply chains, development timelines, and affordability. Tariffs o…
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In this episode, we have a great conversation with Orna Carni, Managing Partner at FinTLV Ventures, a prominent global VC firm focusing on InsureTech. We discuss FinTLV’s role in supporting the Israeli InsureTech ecosystem and dive into the innovative map they’ve created to showcase local ventures. Orna shares her journey from corporate roles in AI…
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Will Congress Regulate AI's Rapid Growth in Real Estate?
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23:36From Capitol Hill to the mortgage industry, AI is everywhere. It’s even finding its way into the halls of government. But while AI promises innovation, it’s also raising a ton of questions—especially for policymakers. Last year, Congress introduced over 350 AI-related bills, and while many of these bills simply served to spark debate, it’s clear th…
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The Homes the LA Wildfires Left: A Hidden Insurance Crisis?
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27:36January’s wildfires in Los Angeles will leave scares. Even those whose homes seem to be structurally sound may actually be hiding severe damage that will only be uncovered as LA begins to recover and rebuild. Garret Gray, CoreLogic’s President of Global Insurance Solutions is one such case. Following a harrowing race against time to evacuate the th…
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Ep 276: Matheus Riolfi, CEO & Co-founder of Tint
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55:00In this kick-off episode of 2025, hosts Rob Beller and Lee Boyd welcome Matheus Riolfi, CEO and Co-founder of Tint. Matheus takes us into the world of embedded insurance, sharing insights about how Tint facilitates the integration of insurance products into consumer and enterprise platforms. Listeners will gain an understanding of this growing fiel…
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How the Stories Properties Tell Shape the U.S.'s Future
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30:33Imagine a world where every piece of property tells a story—where every plot of land, building permit, and insurance claim contributes to a dynamic narrative that evolves over time. In the first episode of Season 5 of Core Conversations, you are invited you to step beyond the ordinary view of properties as an amalgamation of square footage and floo…
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Ep 275: Jenn Knight, Co-founder & CTO, AgentSync
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52:30In this conversation, Rob Beller and Lee interview Jenn Knight, the CTO and co-founder of Agentsync, a technology company focused on streamlining the insurance compliance process. They discuss the company's origins, the role of technology in improving agent onboarding, and the evolving landscape of insurance technology. Jenn shares insights into th…
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How 2024’s Housing Market Sets the Stage for 2025
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32:23As 2024 slides into 2025, those who have been following the housing market know that there is a lot to unpack from the year. Home affordability, when adjusted for inflation, has reached its lowest point in decades. Inventory trends are diverging across the nation. Generational dynamics are influencing how people are buying homes. But even if the tr…
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Ep 274: Garret Gray on A.I., INTRConnect 2025, and CoreLogic's Path to Innovation
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58:48Garret Gray, President of CoreLogic Global Insurance Solutions, joins Rob and Lee on the FNO: InsureTech Podcast to share insights into his industry experience, INTRConnect 2025, and the growing role of A.I. in insurance. He highlights CoreLogic's approach to innovation, collaboration, and addressing industry challenges. Key Highlights: INTRConnect…
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What’s Driving the Appraisal Industry’s Move to Modernize?
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28:37The appraisal industry is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades, blending innovation with tradition to reshape how appraisers value real estate. As the appraisal industry enters a new era driven by technology and changing consumer expectations, advancements like AI-powered valuation tools, as well as desktop and hybrid appraisal…
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Ep 273: Data-Driven Service for Real Estate Buyers, PropertyLens, Bob Frady
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53:15In this episode of the FNO: InsureTech Podcast, we welcome back a favorite guest, Bob Frady, to discuss his latest venture in the real estate sector with PropertyLens. Bob shares his journey from the sale of Hazard Hub to Guidewire, his brief attempt at retirement, and the innovative new service he is developing for homebuyers. Tune in to discover …
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What Will a Second Trump Presidency Mean for U.S. Housing?
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25:02As the U.S. looks ahead to Donald Trump once again taking office in January, the real estate and housing industry is watching closely. Given Trump’s previous term and recent rhetoric on the campaign trail, when the president-elect returns to the White House on January 20, the property market landscape could shift dramatically. A Trump administratio…
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Ep 272: Driving Growth with Innovation: Great American's Sara Phillips on Federated Models, A.I., and Partnerships
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1:05:32On this episode, host Rob Beller welcomes Sara Phillips from Great American Insurance Group to discuss her pivotal role in new revenue, strategic acquisitions, and partnerships. Sara delves into how the organization maintains a federated model with 36 divisions, each operating with significant autonomy, while integrating innovative insuretech solut…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 141: Mark interviews CoreLogic’s Nick Goodall about everything property.
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42:37Nick Goodall is an ace with numbers, and he has a knack for transforming facts and figures into compelling stories to inform a wide range of audiences. He is the Head of Research and is the forefront of the latest trends driving the NZ property market. Amongst other things Mark and Nick discuss: - Statistics on Different types of buyers and how imp…
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Nightmare on Main Street: Unpacking 10 Scary Housing Trends
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32:09From soaring mortgage rates to climate risks, the economic landscape of buying a home is filled with uncertainties that could terrify even the most seasoned investor. Whether it’s government policies or technological innovations, there are a wide variety of external factors that wield immense influence over the trajectory of the property market. As…
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Ep 271: Unleashing Workforce Superpowers with KnowHow's Leighton Healey
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43:46Join us on this episode as we speak with Leighton Healey, CEO and founder of KnowHow. Leighton introduces Knowhow's transformative app that revolutionizes employee onboarding and training through innovative A.I. technologies. He explores the role of A.I. in property restoration and the significant impact of online reviews on businesses. Join Leight…
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Property Cybercrime Rising: What You Need to Know
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33:27In recent years, cybercrime has surged across nearly every industry, with real estate emerging as a prime target for hackers. The shift toward digital transactions, coupled with the sensitive nature of real estate data, has made the sector a lucrative focus for cybercriminals. From wire fraud to data breaches, the threats are evolving, posing signi…
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Ep 270: Wildfire Insurance Challenges & InsureTech Innovations: Insights with Caribou Honig
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1:11:09In this episode of the FNO: InsureTech Podcast, Rob Beller and Lee Boyd sit down with Caribou Honig, Chairman and Co-Founder of InsureTech Connect. Ever charming and insightful, Caribou shares insights from his experience building a home in Santa Fe, covering the challenges of obtaining homeowners insurance in wildfire-prone areas. The discussion e…
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Geospatial Data: Superpowering AI Infrastructure Planning
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24:18Over the next few years, it's estimated that nearly a trillion dollars will be spent on data centers, semiconductors, and power grid upgrades. And this is all just to meet the growing computational needs of AI technologies. In fact, industry estimates suggest that global data center capacity could double by 2030, but this growth is far from straigh…
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Ep 269: Inside ITC Vegas: Innovation, Networking, and the Future of InsureTech with Bill Harris
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43:32FNO Insuretech listeners: Use promo code ITCVFNO200 for $200 off your ITC Vegas registration. Join us for a fun chat with Bill Harris, the Chief Customer Officer and co-founder of InsureTech Connect, as we dive into the exciting world of the upcoming InsureTech Connect Vegas (ITC Vegas) conference! Bill gives us the scoop on what attendees can look…
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How to Solve the U.S. Affordable Housing Crisis
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27:15Affordability remains a persistent challenge in the U.S. housing market. With increasing concerns over housing costs, particularly post-pandemic, the affordability crisis has grown to affect millions of households across the country. With nearly one-third of American households now considered cost burdened, the crisis has reached national prominenc…
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Ep 268: Transforming Insurance: Carpe Data's Max Drucker on Data and AI Innovation
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54:00In this episode, Rob and Lee chat with Max Drucker, CEO and founder of Carpe Data, about the evolution of data usage in the insurance industry. Max shares insights into how Carpe Data harnesses innovative data products to automate decisions and predict insurance outcomes. From exploring the value of alternative data sources to discussing how AI and…
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Do Appraisers Have What It Takes to Value Short-Term Rentals?
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28:16As cities across the country grapple with the rise of platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, the implications for the property industry are becoming more complex. How do you accurately value a property that doubles as a business? What happens when local regulations change? Despite the lingering questions in the industry, the rising demand for vacation hom…
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Ep 267: Creating Seamless Insurance Solutions with Sivan Iram of Flow
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53:15In the latest episode of FNO: InsureTech, we sit down with Sivan Iram, Founder & CEO of Flow, to explore Flow’s role in the wholesale insurance brokerage industry. Sivan shares his unique insights into blending advanced technology with human expertise to provide unmatched service. Discover the significance behind Flow’s recent rebranding from Capit…
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Ep 266: The Future of AI and Insurance with Marc Fredman of CCC Intelligent Solutions
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57:22FNO: InsureTech welcomes back Marc Fredman, Chief Strategy Officer at CCC Intelligent Solutions, for his third appearance on the show. As one of the largest and experienced drivers of data in the insurance industry, we’re excited to dive back in and hear what CCC is all about. Marc shares insightful updates on CCC’s latest advancements, including t…
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Which Areas of the US Are Most Vulnerable to Extreme Heat?
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27:32Extreme heat doesn’t just challenge our physical endurance; it has a ripple effect on nearly every aspect of our lives. From contributing to the intensification of natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires to affecting property values, insurance risks, and even migration patterns, rising temperatures are worth paying attention to. As natural …
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Ep 265: Beyond the Finish Line: Olympic Passion and Insurance Parallels with Rob and Lee
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20:34With the 2024 Summer Olympics having come and gone, Rob and Lee discuss their enthusiasm for the Olympics and its events they enjoy in their latest short. They share their national pride and support for international athletes while drawing parallels between the cooperative nature of the Olympics and the insurance industry. They mention some of thei…
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Ep 264: Breaking Barriers in Pet Insurance: Insights from Odie’s Founders
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55:20Join hosts Rob Beller and Lee Boyd as they chat with Miles and Zabrina Thorson, the founders of Odie Pet Insurance. Miles and Zabrina share their inspiring journey of transforming pet insurance with customizable coverage options and innovative technology. They discuss the industry's unique challenges and emphasize the importance of having pet insur…
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What Drives Public Perception of Climate Migration?
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23:12Have you ever wondered what happens to communities when climate change forces people to move? The economic and social ramifications are both complex and far-reaching. From community fragmentation to insurers potentially refusing coverage in high-risk areas, there are profound consequences stemming from not adapting to a climate in which natural dis…
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Ep 263: Redefining Restoration: Albi’s Approach to Efficient Claims Management (feat. Alex Duta, Albi)
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55:40In this episode of FNO: InsureTech Podcast, we welcome Alex Duta, founder and CEO of Albi, a groundbreaking workflow management tool for damage restoration contractors. Alex dives deep into the inefficiencies plaguing the restoration industry and how Albi leverages technology to streamline processes, reduce administrative burdens, and foster greate…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 140: Mark Honeybone interviews Hon. David Seymour the leader of the ACT Party
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30:35Mark asks questions about housing policies, where the Government is heading, issues with social housing, home buyers, the importance of property investors and much, much more!
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Why Measuring Climate Risk Means Financial Stability for US Banks
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27:48Ever wondered how a hurricane might impact the financial sector, or why granular data on property locations is essential? Curious about how these findings might influence future governmental policies and corporate risk management strategies? The Federal Reserve Board (FRB) was too. This year, the FRB asked six major U.S. banks to scrutinize their r…
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Ep 262: Client-Centric Innovation: Transforming Insurance Solutions at Alacrity (feat. Jonathan Miko, Alacrity Solutions)
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55:15Jonathan Miko, the CSIO and President of Managed Repair at Alacrity Solutions, is all about connecting with clients on their level. He highlights how their flexibility — thanks to both cutting-edge technology and the human touch — allows them to customize services to fit each client's unique needs. Jonathan dives into the story of Alacrity Solution…
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NZ Property Podcast EP 139: Pressure from the banks! Aaron Davis and Mark Honeybone talk mortgagee sales
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14:42In this short, to-the-point podcast, Aaron Davis interviews Mark Honeybone about mortgagee sales. They discuss why there seems to be more coming on board and what people who are having the pressure put on them from the banks should do. If you're feeling the pinch of cashflow, if the banks are coming down hard on you, or threatening you, listen to t…
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University of Miami Researcher Weighs in on Key 2024 Hurricanes Season Trends
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26:22As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, the climate signals are anything but typical. The transition from El Niño to La Niña and unprecedented sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic have meteorologists and communities paying close attention to the potential severity and frequency of this year's hurricane potential. Warmer ocean temperat…
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Ep 261: A.I., inflation, and IoT in Insurance
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25:49Rob and Lee mix things up in this lighthearted, host-only episode! They chat about homeowners insurance, its exclusion from inflation calculations, and the importance of proper coverage. Lee also shares insights from a recent industry event, sparking a discussion on A.I.'s impact on insurance, including fraud risks and its transformative potential.…
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Where Are Labor and Material Cost Affecting Housing Affordability?
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23:20As the landscape of the housing market continues to evolve, one topic continues to remain at the forefront: affordability. It’s a topic we frequently explore on this podcast because it touches every facet of the property market, including the rising costs of construction. With more people moving to more affordable regions, there’s a notable impact …
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Ep 260: Cake's Recipe for Success in Insurance (feat. Adam Bowe, Cake)
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50:22Join Lee as he talks with Adam Bowe, CEO and co-founder of Cake. Learn how Cake is revolutionizing the buying, selling, and valuation of insurance agencies. Adam shares the platform’s unique approach, using machine learning for precise valuations, and highlights tools for anonymous listings, secure transactions, and escrow services. Discover the ch…
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Ep 259: The Future of Cyber Insurance (feat. Scott Kannry, Axio)
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59:19Co-hosts Rob and Lee chat with Scott Kannry, CEO and co-founder of Axio, exploring how Axio helps businesses manage cyber risk. Scott shares Axio's origin story, their unique approach to cyber insurance, and collaboration with Lloyd’s of London. Tune in to learn about the evolving field of cyber insurance and the importance of mitigating cyber risk…
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