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69. Avoiding Insurance Pitfalls: What Every Rancher Should Know

69. Avoiding Insurance Pitfalls: What Every Rancher Should Know

Update: 2025-10-28
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Host John Haskell welcomes Julie Davidson to the podcast today to discuss trends in the insurance industry and how to avoid common insurance pitfalls. They discuss changes to underwriting and the increased use of drone technology, when to use insurance apps (and when not to), and what to consider before making an insurance claim. Julie also highlights the importance of understanding deductibles, especially for comprehensive coverage, and the potential impact of claim frequency on premiums. She highlights the need for proper eligibility checks when switching policies and the possible challenges of insuring in high-risk areas, such as those prone to wildfires.

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In this episode, we cover:

  • The increasing use of technology in underwriting, including drones and satellite imagery
  • Using insurance apps for checking premiums, coverages, and changing payment methods, but not using them for complex tasks like filing claims
  • The importance of consulting agents before filing claims to ensure the best possible outcome and avoid unnecessary claims
  • What every rancher should know about transitioning insurance policies
  • Insurance eligibility, high-risk areas, and self-insuring

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69. Avoiding Insurance Pitfalls: What Every Rancher Should Know

69. Avoiding Insurance Pitfalls: What Every Rancher Should Know