September is REALTOR Safety Month
Louisiana REALTORS® • September 10, 2024
September is REALTOR® Safety Month, and there's no better time to reassess your safety protocols and make safety a top-of-mind priority.
The reality in real estate is that there are some real threats when working in the field, and it's crucial to be prepared. The 2023 REALTOR® Safety Survey highlights alarming statistics of the potential dangers REALTORS® face while on the job:
- 56,000 REALTORS® were victims of a crime while performing their duties.
- 322,000 REALTORS® felt fear for their safety while on the job.
- 406,000 REALTORS® don’t have safety protocols in place to protect themselves.
Here's how NAR's REALTOR® Safety Program can make a significant difference in your safety:
- Resources, tools and tips: proven techniques from field professionals to stay aware and prepared, helping ensure your safety at all times.
- Boost confidence: empower yourself with information and tools to handle challenging situations in the field effectively.
- Free Live Webinars: join our REALTOR® Safety Month webinar on Sept. 18th, 12:00 pm CT, and learn how to identify potential threats, leverage technology for safety, and effectively handle emergencies.
Safety is a healthy habit that could save your life. So, don’t wait until the worst happens, and be prepared with measures to cut down the chances of becoming a target.
Remember, the real value in real estate is YOU!
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From the Louisiana Department of Insurance: Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple announced today that the Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI) continues its work to develop a regulation creating benchmark discounts for Fortified roofs in Louisiana. The LDI is working with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) to develop the benchmark discounts using Louisiana-specific data, hurricane modeling and actuarial considerations. “With over 11,000 Fortified roofs in Louisiana and two years-worth of insurer experience with rating for those roofs in our state, now is an appropriate time for the LDI to establish benchmark discounts for homeowners insurance companies operating in our market,” said Commissioner Temple. “These benchmarks are being thoughtfully developed to help consumers receive the discounts they deserve for fortifying their homes while making sure insurers know the benchmarks reflect how much Fortified roofs actually mitigate their exposure to risk across Louisiana.” Like in Alabama’s Fortified benchmark discount structure, the LDI regulation would require Louisiana insurance companies to either meet the minimum benchmark discount established by the LDI or provide actuarial justification for why the company’s discount does not meet the benchmark. Louisiana is the fastest growing state for Fortified roofs in America. To date, over 11,000 Fortified roofs have been installed in Louisiana, including over 4,100 through the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program.
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