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News ReleaseNAIC Releases First-of-Its-Kind National Analysis of Homeowners Insurance Market TrendsAug. 5, 2026
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has released a new report analyzing homeowners insurance trends from 2018 to 2024. This report shows that while the homeowners insurance market is generally strong, consumers are facing challenges such as rising premiums and increased non-re...
Average 22.2% rate increase approved for Washington’s 2027 Exchange health insurance market
In Washington, the average rate for individual health insurance plans will increase by 22.2% in 2027. This change affects individuals who buy their own health insurance, including the self-employed and small business employees. The rise in rates is mainly due to higher healthcare costs and increased...
Commissioner Lara defeats attempt to undermine California insurance market
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has successfully defended his authority to protect consumers and stabilize the state's insurance market. A judge recently dismissed a lawsuit from Consumer Watchdog that challenged two of Lara's Bulletins designed to address the issue of insurance compa...
News ReleaseNAIC Catastrophe Risk Management Center of Excellence Shows How Resilient Rebuilding Can Strengthen Insurance MarketsApr. 1, 2026
The NAIC has released new research showing that rebuilding homes after disasters, like wildfires, using specific safety standards can help reduce insurance losses and improve the stability of insurance markets. The study, conducted with California's Department of Insurance, found that if all homeown...