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Protecting Your Investments: Insurance Insights for Note Investors with Beth Boisseau-Coots
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In this insightful episode, Scott welcomes insurance expert Beth Boisseau-Coots to discuss the ever-changing landscape of real estate insurance, particularly in Texas. As 2025 approaches, understanding property and casualty insurance is more crucial than ever for investors navigating a market dramatically altered by climate events and capacity issues. Beth, a leading expert in property and casualty insurance, sheds light on why Texas has become one of the top "problem children" for insurers and what investors need to know to protect their assets.
Key discussion points include:
- Texas Insurance Turmoil: Beth details why Texas has become an insurance "problem child," facing challenges from hurricanes, severe hail, and wildfires, leading to escalating costs and coverage difficulties in various regions.
- Capacity & Reinsurer Influence: Learn how commercial insurance capacity limits and reinsurers' decisions impact policy availability and pricing, sometimes forcing carriers to exit the state, directly affecting investors.
- Strategic Property Investment: Get crucial advice on areas to approach with caution (e.g., Texas coast, DFW with high wind/hail deductibles) and the distinction between replacement cost and market value to avoid common pitfalls.
- Master Policies for Portfolios: Discover the advantages of a "master policy" for investors with multiple properties, offering streamlined management, consistent rates, and flexibility for rehabs, rentals, and even certain subject-to deals.
- Investor Protection & Best Practices: Understand the importance of tenant renters insurance, contractor liability coverage, recognizing roofing fraud, and the value of assembling a trusted professional team to navigate complex insurance decisions.
Beth emphasizes the need for investors to look beyond just price, focusing on comprehensive coverage and understanding policy nuances like coinsurance penalties. With her practical advice, investors can better protect their assets. Whether you're a first-time buyer or managing a large portfolio, Beth and her team offer invaluable guidance to ensure your real estate investments are properly insured. Connect with her for expert counsel and to explore solutions like the master policy that can simplify your insurance strategy.
Beth Boisseau-Coots is Vice President at JB Lloyd & Associates with 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. Licensed in Property & Casualty and Life & Health across all 50 states, she specializes in insurance programs for community banks, lenders, and real estate investors. A Certified Insurance Counselor and currently pursuing her CPCU designation, Beth is dedicated to helping clients protect what matters most with clarity and confidence.
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