It’s not your imagination—home appliances really aren’t built like they used to be. In fact, studies show that the average lifespan of appliances like washing machines and ovens has dropped by nearly 40% over the past few decades. What’s behind the decline? Industry sources point to increases in computerization and the quantity of individual components as…
August means the end of summer vacations and the start of the school year for many families. As routines shift and the pace of daily life changes, this annual transition serves as an ideal reminder for homeowners to revisit a range of home safety, security, maintenance, and insurance tasks. Whether you’re a seasoned homeowner or…
Westwood Insurance Agency announced a strategic collaboration with Legend Homes, a Texas-based residential home builder. This collaboration enables Legend Homes to embed an offer of home insurance utilizing Westwood’s technology platform. By integrating an embedded model into the homebuying process, Legend Homes’ customers will be able to receive a personalized home insurance quote within 24…
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…
Westwood Insurance Agency has acquired Hippo Holdings’ home builder distribution network, expanding its reach and capabilities in the new home construction space. In a recent Builder article Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, talks about what the acquisition means for builders and the evolving role of insurance. “This acquisition brings Hippo’s new construction product…
This white paper, presented by Westwood Insurance Agency and The Builder’s Daily, examines the shifting landscape of home insurance in the United States. Climate risks, rising premiums, insurer withdrawals, and regulatory shifts are challenging the housing industry. Affordability is no longer the only concern as availability and long-term stability are now critical. Builders and developers…
