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Resources for Writing a Flood Policy

Your clients count on you to keep them informed and help them choose the right flood insurance coverage.

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  • Dwelling Policy Form
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    Issued to homeowners, renters and condominium unit-owners.

  • General Property Policy Form
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    Typically issued to owners or lessees of non-residential buildings.

  • Residential Condominium Building Association Policy (RCBAP) Form
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    Issued to residential condominium associations on behalf of association and unit owners.

  • Flood Insurance Manuals
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    Outlines the general rules, eligibility and application guidelines to write and rate a flood insurance policy.

  • Specific Rating Guidance Manual
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    Provides the rules and rates for submit-for-rate risks. These are properties at a high-risk because of abnormalities in their exposure to flooding, do not lend themselves to pre-programmed rates noted in the Flood Insurance Manual.

  • National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Manuals
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    See our most recent version of the Flood Insurance and Claims Manuals

  • Agent Training Courses
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    If you are looking to brush up on flood insurance basics, sign up for our NFIP Agent Training Courses.

  • Flood Insurance Manual
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    Find the most recent NFIP Flood Insurance Manual with all the information you’ll need.

First time writing a policy? We have the resources to help!