Earthquake insurance premiums are expected to go up


Earthquake insurance premiums are expected to go up

Homeowners in California are expected to pay 8 percent more for state earthquake insurance.  On the other hand, insurer fees are expected to be cut by one-third.   The restructuring plan for California Earthquake Authority’s finances would cut insurer contribution by $1 billion but at the same time it will increase home owner’s premium by an average of $55 on a policy of $700.  The money generated will help the state pay for claims in the event of a major earthquake.  To become a law early next year, the measure needs to win the legislative approval by Sept 14.

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