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As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins, PIFF has launched FloodReadyFlorida.com, a new consumer-focused resource designed to help Floridians prepare for the floods that often come with storms, understand their risk, and recover more quickly after disaster strikes.
In this Northwest Florida Daily News (@nwfdailynews) guest opinion, PIFF's Scott Matiyow encourages storm-impacted Floridians to take the time to understand their options: "A few questions today could save you thousands of dollars tomorrow."
Opinion: After the storm, protect your home, your claim and your wallet | Guest column nwfdailynews.com/story/opini…
21 new property & casualty insurers have been approved to enter the market. And in 2025, Florida had the lowest homeowners rate change in the nation. Find more updates on the health of the insurance market in the latest "Market Pulse" PDF, published at piff.net/marketpulse/.
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Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
Governor DeSantis Provides Latest Update on Hurricane Isaias Recovery Efforts in Pensacola xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1qGoNYpVR…
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
Important info! 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
As recovery efforts continue following Hurricane Isaias, we’re here to support affected Florida communities. Our Insurance Assistance Hubs in Destin and Pensacola are NOW OPEN and ready to assist Floridians with insurance questions and help them navigate the claims process.
Stop by today!
Destin location: Open 9AM-4PM
Pensacola location: Open 1PM-4PM
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Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
With Tropical Storm Isaias approaching Florida, make sure your important insurance and financial information is organized and easy to access. Taking time to prepare now can make navigating the aftermath easier.
For tips and a helpful Emergency Financial Preparedness Toolkit, visit
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Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
4 pm CDT update on Tropical Storm Isaias: Rapidly intensifying over SW Gulf. Will make landfall as a significant hurricane late Fri. or early Sat. along northern Gulf Coast. Watches in effect. Wind, surge, flooding rain, and tornadoes in play. Get ready now! #FLwx #ALwx #GAwx
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
Isaias is expected to near major hurricane status before a Friday Gulf Coast approach. Lopsided impacts along and east of the center include heavy rain, wind, tornadoes, and some storm surge potential. Check your hurricane kits and more updates to come. #FLwx #ALwx #GAwx
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
At the direction of @GovRonDeSantis, @FLSERT has begun mobilizing resources to support preparedness & response efforts ahead of potential impacts from Tropical Depression #Nine.
A State of Emergency has been declared for 25 counties through Executive Order 26-202.
Read more: tinyurl.com/EO26-202
Today, I signed Executive Order 26-202, declaring a state of emergency for 25 counties in preparation for Tropical Depression Nine.
This order ensures communities have the time and resources necessary to prepare for potential severe weather impacts to the Panhandle and Big Bend region of Florida.
Floridians should have their plans in place, keep emergency supply kits fully stocked, and follow @FLSERT for weather updates and preparedness information.
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
With the potential for Invest 92L to impact the Gulf Coast of Florida, make sure you know where to turn for the latest information.
Stay informed, follow guidance from local officials, and be prepared to take action if conditions change. Visit FloridaDisaster.org for the latest information.
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
Commissioner Mike Yaworsky is approving an average -12.8% rate decrease for more than 120,000 rental insurance policies that will be effective this MONTH!
Commissioner Yaworsky said, “The Office of Insurance Regulation is approving major rate decreases across the board, including decreases in insurance for our Florida renters. We are working hard to get rates down for all policies and we will continue to reach out to companies and ask them to do more. Stay tuned!”
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Visit PIFF's FloodReadyFlorida.com for resources related to flood insurance, knowing your flood risk, preparedness tips/tools, and recovery/assistance. Get informed. Get prepared. Get Flood Ready Florida. 🌧️💪
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
ICYMI: @WFLA: Florida Insurance Commissioner approves rate decreases affecting 62K+ policies
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Commissioner Yaworsky is approving significant rate decreases for homeowners, with more on the way!
One Alliance North America: -10.4 rate decrease, impacting 17,148 policies.
Safe Harbor: -4.1 rate decrease, impacting 10,501 policies.
Unique:-3.2 rate decrease, impacting 8,266 policies.
Vyrd:-10.4 rate decreases, impacting 26,751 policies.
Commissioner Mike Yaworsky said, “This is the latest wave of significant rate decreases for Floridians, which continues to grow higher. I expect to see more aggressive rate cuts in the near future and going into 2027. OIR is receiving a flood of rate decrease requests ranging from -0.3 to -19.7. This is great news for Floridians and OIR will expedite reviews of rate filings to ensure policyholders feel it in their pockets.”
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Insurance News: "Kin reduces Florida home insurance rates by more than 20%." Read more: reinsurancene.ws/kin-reduces…
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
.@SPGlobal is once again reporting Florida has the lowest rate change in the NATION! The vast majority of states saw effective rate increases in 2025, BUT Florida is the ONLY state reporting a decrease at -0.92!
📈Seven states had double-digit rate increases in 2025.
📉The national calculated weighted average rate INCREASE was 5.5% in 2025, Florida's rate change DECREASED!
‼️Three states had a two-year cumulative rate increases over 34%, with one state reporting a compound increase of 44.5%.
ICYMI from @InsuranceBizUS: "Florida’s insurance crisis is receding. Fraud and frivolous lawsuits are declining, insurers are returning to the state, and commercial and residential property and personal auto insurance premiums are plunging."
More: businessinsurance.com/florid…
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida retweeted
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@GEICO: As Florida's second-largest auto insurer, GEICO has now reduced Florida auto insurance rates three times in the past year alone, reflecting its commitment to keeping coverage affordable for Florida drivers.
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ICYMI: "USAA to return nearly $1 billion to Florida members as legal reforms help lower insurance costs" -- MORE via @CNBC: cnbc.com/2026/06/08/usaa-to-…
