"Westwood-Hippo Deal Raises Stakes on Home Insurance Trust" article on The Builder's Daily.

As seen on The Builder’s Daily: Westwood-Hippo Deal Raises Stakes on Home Insurance Trust

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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…

"Digging Into Westwood Insurance’s Deal to Buy Hippo’s Holdings" article on Builder.

As Seen in Builder: Digging Into Westwood Insurance’s Deal to Buy Hippo’s Holdings

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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…

"The New Reality of Home Insurance: Readiness, Resilience, and The Power of Trust" white paper by The Builder's Daily.

The New Reality of Home Insurance: Readiness, Resilience, and The Power of Trust

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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…

"From Afterthought to Dealbreaker: Why Home Insurance Is Now Key to Sales" article on The Builder's Daily.

As Seen on The Builder’s Daily: From Afterthought to Dealbreaker: Why Home Insurance Is Now Key to Sales

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Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, is featured in a recent Builder’s Daily article where he discusses how home insurance can be a deal-breaker for buyers , often disrupting closings due to rising premiums and insurer exits driven by inflation and climate risks. Umaly highlights that builders can stay ahead by working with an…

"Offering Builders Certainty in an Uncertain Home Insurance Climate" article on The Builder's Daily.

As Seen on The Builder’s Daily: Offering Builders Certainty in an Uncertain Home Insurance Climate

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Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, explains why builders are increasingly adopting embedded home insurance, providing buyers with insurance quotes early in the homebuying process. With natural disasters on the rise, the home insurance market is becoming more challenging, with higher costs and limited availability in high-risk areas. By offering competitive, transparent, and upfront…