How to talk with buyers about homeowners insurance
As insurance rates skyrocket in areas prone to extreme weather, agents need to make sure homebuyers understand those costs to avoid problems at closing.
June 9, 2025
Dave Gallagher
Director, News Reporting
Dave's journalism career spans 24 years covering business, the economy and real estate in Northwest Washington. He's also a numbers nerd, examining data to spot emerging trends in industries. Having started his career as a sports writer, he's a lifelong baseball and soccer fan and recently discovered pickleball. He grew up in Yosemite National Park and earned his journalism degree at Humboldt State University in northern California.
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