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2025 Market Outlook: General Liability Insurance

2025 Market Outlook: General Liability Insurance 1024 536 Dominion Risk

Following years of rising claim frequency and severity, as well as poor underwriting results, the general liability insurance market showed signs of improvement in 2024. Rate increases for general liability customers moderated, and many insureds saw premium hikes below 10%—a vast improvement over the double-digit rate increases from previous years. For most policyholders, price increases in 2024 remained in the 4%-5% range. However, like other segments in the commercial insurance space, hard market conditions are…

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2025 Market Outlook: Commercial Property Insurance

2025 Market Outlook: Commercial Property Insurance 1024 536 Dominion Risk

In recent years, the commercial property insurance market has been characterized by rising premiums and years of double-digit rate increases. 2023 was one of the more challenging years on record, and the segment saw average rate hikes above 20% for the first time in more than 20 years. Moving into 2025, the market appears to be stabilizing, and most renewals with favorable loss histories will see single-digit rate increases; non-catastrophe (CAT) exposed assets with good…

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Homeowners’ Policies in the Digital Age: Why Cryptocurrency and NFTs are Not Covered

Homeowners’ Policies in the Digital Age: Why Cryptocurrency and NFTs are Not Covered 1024 536 Dominion Risk

In today’s digital world, our assets are evolving. Many people are investing in cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). What we consider to be valuable has expanded. It is important to note that not all assets are insured under a traditional homeowners policy including cryptocurrency and NFTs. Understanding Tangible vs. Intangible Property Homeowners insurance covers tangible property, items you can physically touch and see. This includes your home, furniture, electronics, and personal belongings. These are assets…

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Contractors – 9 Ways To Control Work Comp Costs

Contractors – 9 Ways To Control Work Comp Costs 1024 568 Dominion Risk

You may have noticed changes in the Virginia workers’ compensation market. May we meet to help control your work comp costs and explore solutions that may not have been presented to you in the past? Why should you meet with Dominion Risk Advisors to evaluate your work comp program? Expertise in the Contracting Industry: We are engaged in the industry including through the AGC, NUCA, and the Homebuilders. We understand where a contractor can take…

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DRA’s Baldridge, Lowman Featured in ‘Home’

DRA’s Baldridge, Lowman Featured in ‘Home’ 1024 655 Dominion Risk

Have you seen the spring edition of ‘Roanoke Valley Home?’ Duke Baldridge and Mark Lowman of Dominion Risk Advisors are featured in the “Making the Most of Your Homeowners’ Insurance” feature. One key tip from the feature is how homeowners can lower insurance costs: A key consideration from insurance carriers is the quality of the maintenance of your home. The age and condition of your roof, plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems will have a direct…

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Personal Umbrella Liability Policy Protection for You and Your Family

Personal Umbrella Liability Policy Protection for You and Your Family 1024 536 Dominion Risk

Have you considered a personal umbrella liability policy? Here, we answer some common questions to help you determine if this type of protection is right for you and your family. What are the advantages of a Personal Umbrella Liability policy? Extended Liability Protection: Provides additional liability coverage beyond the limits of your existing auto, homeowners, boat or dwelling policies, Legal Defense Costs: Covers legal fees associated with defending against lawsuits, even if you are not…

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