Westwood Insurance Agency acquired Hippo’s U.S. homebuilder distribution business, enhancing trust, speed, and climate resilience in new-home sales. This expands Westwood’s product offerings and distribution, with the agency now serving 20 of the top 25 homebuilders nationwide.

Hippo will integrate with Westwood’s streamlined underwriting system, removing buyers from the quoting process. Paired with Westwood’s builder relationships, this automation provides a key advantage in a market where insurance delays risk closing deals.

For Westwood, the acquisition will offer access to Hippo’s insurance product, which is tailored for new construction homes and will provide an additional capacity option to Westwood’s growing list of builder clients. The partnership aims to improve insurance access, build buyer confidence, and support smoother closings amid a challenging insurance landscape.

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