The spring housing market brought renewed optimism, driven by moderating premium growth and a stabilizing reinsurance market. However, ongoing pressures remain, particularly in regions heavily impacted by natural disasters.
Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, shares what builders should watch in the second half of 2026—including affordability challenges and rising replacement and imported building material costs. He emphasizes the growing value of integrating insurance earlier in the homebuying process to reduce uncertainty, streamline the buyer experience, and help keep closings on track to finish the year strong.
