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Common Insurance Deficiencies Lenders Should Be Monitoring
For banks, credit unions, mortgage servicers, and other lenders, consistent insurance monitoring helps uncover these deficiencies before an uninsured loss threatens the collateral.

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Oct 85 min read


Why Financial Institutions Need Specialized Insurance Agents
The value of a specialized agent is practical: a more informed conversation about the risks your institution faces and the coverage available to address them.

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Oct 53 min read


Landlord Insurance FAQs: Answers to Common Questions
The right landlord insurance should reflect how each property is owned, occupied, and used. Compare covered causes of loss, exclusions, valuation method, deductibles, liability limits, loss-of-rents protection, vacancy provisions, and optional endorsements.

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Sep 284 min read


GAP Coverage: Helping Borrowers Protect Their Auto Loans
GAP coverage reflects the member-focused approach that distinguishes credit unions and community banks.

CP Insurance Associates
Sep 214 min read


Flood Zone Changes: What They Mean for Lenders and Borrowers
Is your institution prepared to respond when a property in your portfolio changes flood zones? Connect with the CPIA team to learn how our insurance tracking and lender-placed insurance solutions can support your lending operation.

CP Insurance Associates
Sep 145 min read


Streamline Rental Property Insurance for Your Michigan Portfolio
CP Insurance Associates can help you explore a streamlined insurance solution with flexible payment options, essential rental property coverages, and one scheduled policy for your portfolio.

CP Insurance Associates
Sep 84 min read


Collateral Protection Insurance: Q&A
Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) can help banks, credit unions, finance companies, and other lenders protect their financial interest when required insurance is missing or lapses.

CP Insurance Associates
Aug 314 min read


Insurance Tracking Support That Keeps Lending Teams Moving
Insurance tracking support for your lending team is built-in when you partner with CPIA for Insurance Tracking Services for the collateral in your portfolio.

CP Insurance Associates
Aug 242 min read


How to Manage Insurance Across Multiple Rental Properties
Instead of building a patchwork of individual policies as properties are acquired, investors can look for a program designed around the portfolio as a whole.

CP Insurance Associates
Aug 174 min read


CPI vs. Dealer Reinsurance: Which Strategy Fits Your BHPH Dealership?
CPI vs. Reinsurance? The right answer depends on your dealership’s portfolio size, loss experience, financial objectives, operational capabilities, and appetite for long-term investment.

CP Insurance Associates
Aug 102 min read


Types of Fraud and Insurance Coverages That Protect Financial Institutions
Fraud insurance coverage provides another important layer of protection by helping financial institutions manage certain losses when preventive measures are not enough.

CP Insurance Associates
Aug 34 min read


Kidnap, Ransom, and Extortion Insurance for Banks and Credit Unions
Kidnap, Ransom, and Extortion Insurance provides specialized expertise, crisis management resources, and financial protection that can help banks and credit unions navigate these challenging situations.

CP Insurance Associates
Jul 313 min read


Bank Insurance Programs: Building a Stronger Risk Management Strategy
At CP Insurance Associates (CPIA), we understand that effective bank insurance programs require more than individual policies, they require a coordinated strategy. Our team works with community banks, regional banks, and credit unions to help protect their operations, leadership, employees, and loan portfolios with solutions tailored to their specific needs.

CP Insurance Associates
Jul 272 min read


Why More Financial Institutions Are Investing in Collateral Tracking Services
At CP Insurance Associates (CPIA), our experienced in-house team provides comprehensive collateral tracking services designed to help financial institutions protect their loan portfolios with confidence. Our solutions combine advanced tracking technology, borrower communication, regulatory compliance support, detailed reporting, and automatic lender-placed insurance for eligible tracked collateral.

CP Insurance Associates
Jul 202 min read


Investor Property Insurance: Smarter Coverage for Growing Rental Portfolios
Investor property insurance is designed to provide protection that aligns with the unique risks of owning multiple residential rental properties, helping investors safeguard both their assets and their long-term financial goals.

CP Insurance Associates
Jul 132 min read


Protecting Every Asset in Your Credit Union’s Portfolio: Choosing the Right Insurance Strategy for Diverse Collateral
Understanding the advantages and limitations of each risk management strategy can help institutions make informed decisions that align with their risk management goals, operational capabilities, and member service objectives.

CP Insurance Associates
Jul 64 min read


250 Years of Opportunity: How America's Financial System Helped Build a Stronger Nation
For two and a half centuries, America's financial system has helped families purchase homes, entrepreneurs launch businesses, farmers expand operations, and communities invest in their futures.

CP Insurance Associates
Jun 294 min read


Summer Vacancies and Rental Properties: Reducing Theft and Vandalism Risks
The best time to prepare for theft and vandalism losses is before a property sits vacant.

CP Insurance Associates
Jun 223 min read


The Vital Role of Community Banks and Credit Unions in Alabama's Economy
The strength of Alabama's economy depends not only on its industries and workforce but also on the financial institutions that support them. Community banks and credit unions serve as economic engines that provide capital, promote financial inclusion, and invest directly in the communities they call home.

CP Insurance Associates
Jun 153 min read


Michigan Rental Property Insurance for Investors: Why Standard Landlord Policies May Be Costing You More
If you're a Michigan real estate investor with five or more residential rental properties, CPIA's Investor Property Program may provide a better alternative to traditional landlord insurance.

CP Insurance Associates
Jun 53 min read
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