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HomeSmart and Victor Insurance marketplace

Welcome to the HomeSmart and Victor Insurance Managers LLC insurance marketplace. As one of the preeminent brands in the real estate market, HomeSmart franchisees recognize the value of protecting their name and assets. 

Protection that never sits still

The HomeSmart and Victor Insurance marketplace is an exclusive offering to HomeSmart franchisees, providing a variety of specialized insurance products to protect common business risks. 

8 compelling reasons to insure your real estate firm

Some real estate firms may consider going without errors & omissions coverage to save money. However, dropping your coverage can cost you more than you think. 

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Marketplace solutions available to HomeSmart franchisees

Real Estate errors & omissions (E&O) coverage helps protect your firm against lawsuits accusing you of negligence, professional mistakes, failure to deliver promised services and more.
 

Availability: In all 50 states and U.S. Territories*

Coverage: Admitted with an A rated carrier

Appetite: Real estate agents and brokers, property managers, appraisers, auctioneers, commercial real estate professionals, leasing agents, mortgage brokers and title agents

Minimum premium: $500

Deductibles: Starting at $0

Limits: Up to $20 million

*Policy forms and policy terms may vary by state and territory. Not available in Guam.
 

Policy Features:

  • Coverage for errors and omissions arising from professional real estate services as a real estate agent, broker, property manager, appraiser, mortgage broker, auctioneer and other real estate specialties
  • Virtual home tours eligible for coverage at no additional cost
  • Use of drones when in the provision of a professional service is eligible for coverage at no additional cost
  • Environmental hazards included to policy limits at no additional premium
  • Public relations event coverage up to $50,000 per policy period
  • Discrimination coverage for defense and damages at no additional premium
  • Privacy response coverage up to $20,000 for expenses incurred by the insured due to a security breach
  • Death, disability and non-practicing extended reporting periods at no additional premium
  • Premium credits for favorable claims experience and participation in risk management programs
  • Open house, mold and employment practices liability coverage and more
  • Endorsement for sales, leasing, and property management of 100 percent owned property**

**Not yet available in: AK, CA, CO, KS, LA, MA, MS, NC, NY, OK, RI, and VA

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As a real estate firm, handling sensitive customer data and performing large transactions is commonplace, which means you're at risk of a cyber attack.

If data is stolen or compromised, cyber liability insurance can cover legal fees and other expenses associated with data breaches. 
 

Availability: Admitted in 45 states and D.C.*

Target risk: Small to mid-size organizations that utilize electronic systems

Limit: Up to $5 million*

Coverage:

  • Admitted with an A rated carrier*
  • Broad coverage triggered by a "suspected loss"
  • No retention for incident response costs

*Non-admitted in AK, CT, FL & WA; for limits greater than $3M; and select industries. 
 

Coverage parts:

  • Cyber incident response costs
  • Cybercrime
  • System damage and business interruption
  • Network security and privacy liability
  • Media liability
  • Court attendance costs

Core Policy Features:

  • Tailored, real time threat intel through our Victor Response mobile app
  • Market-leading incident response team
  • Comprehensive business interruption covering the full supply chain
  • Coverage for full data re-creation
  • Full cybercrime coverage
  • Unlimited reinstatement

Risk Management Services:
Victor Cyber policyholders have exclusive access to a wide range of world-class, proactive, cyber risk management services including perimeter security, password management, endpoint security and employee phishing training.
 

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Builders Risk insurance provides coverage for general contractors, property owners and other professionals who have a financial interest during the course of construction of a new property, or in renovations and remodeling projects on existing properties. 

Availability: Available nationwide*

Coverage: Admitted with an A++ rated carrier

Billing options: Broker bill or direct bill

Target markets: Residential construction, commercial construction (office buildings, warehouses, municipal buildings, restaurants, shopping center complexes etc.), residential/commercial remodeling, installation floaters.

Minimum premium: $400

Limits:

  • $8M limit for frame and joisted masonry construction 
  • $15M limit for non-combustible, masonry non-combustible and fire resistive construction

Coverages:

  • Collapse
  • Scaffolding, Construction forms and temporary structures
  • Debris removal
  • Discharge from sewer, drain or sump
  • Fire Department service charge
  • Valuable papers and records
  • Pollutant clean up and removal
  • Ordinance of law - direct damage
  • Preservation of property
  • Reward payments
  • Property at a temporary storage location
  • Property in transit
  • Expediting expense
  • Limited coverage for 'fungi', wet rot and dry rot
  • Soft costs
  • Green building recertification
  • Contract penalties
  • Claim preparation expense
  • Blueprint and construction documents
  • Fraud and deceit

*not available in AK and HI

 
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Floods are one of the most common disasters and risks in the United States. Caused by excessive rain, a ruptured dam, rapid ice melting in the mountains, or a hurricane, floods can cause major damage to homes, businesses and personal property.
 

Features:

  • Market-leading commission
  • Easily transition current book of business from any other vendor
  • Issue a policy in minutes
  • Quote primary and excess flood coverage
  • View all policies in relation to flood zones
  • Highest level of FEMA compliance

Real-time Transactions:

  • Over 60% of policies are issued instantly and require no referral
  • For policies that require referral, agents can obtain the policy declarations immediately by contacting the service team
  • View insured, book and accounting history
  • Agents, mortgage companies and insureds can easily view and pay renewal bills

Claims Reporting & Management:

  • Instant access to flood insurance claims data
  • Real-time claims status and historical reports

Unmatched Service & Support:

  • Dedicated customer service from a team of underwriters with National Flood Insurance Program experience
     

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Vacant properties encounter a wide range of risks, including vandalism and arson, that can be very expensive to overcome.

Vacant building insurance provides protection from damage for properties that are unoccupied. 
 

Coverage: A rated carrier on a surplus lines basis

Total insured value: $5M - $25M
 

Target risks:

  • Buildings vacant for less than three years
  • Partially vacant buildings up to 25% eligible
  • Tier 1 and 2 counties TIV
  • All construction types considered (residential and commercial)

Ineligible risks:

  • Buildings located on national/local historic registries
  • Buildings under renovation
  • Buildings vacant for more than three years
  • Age restrictions may apply

Coverage:

  • All perils
  • Optional wind/hail
  • Optional flood
  • Optional earthquake

Available coverage extensions:

  • Ordinance or law (10% or 20%)
  • Special vacant coverage available for debris, fire, inv and rewards
  • Debris removal (25% plus $15,000)
  • Fire department service charges ($5,000)
  • Inventory and appraisal expense ($5,000)
  • Rewards ($5,000)

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From lifting a heavy load to tripping over an object, employees are at risk of work-related injuries whether they're at home or in the office. Workers Compensation insurance provides cover for medical costs and lost wages caused by work-related injuries and illnesses.

Policy Features:

  • Available nationwide 
  • Minimum premium: $500
  • Limits up to $1M
  • Experience Mods up to 1.25
  • Over 350 eligible class codes
  • Multi-state capabilities
  • New ventures eligible for most classes
  • Superior claims and loss control services


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Additional Resources

For more information, please email realestate.us@victorinsurance.com.

The world is changing at an unprecedented pace. And complex new risks are emerging every year.

To help you understand and overcome these challenges, Victor Risk Advisory offers rock-solid industry insights, claims scenarios, risk mitigation resources and much more.

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