Already in 2023, there have been more extreme events in America that cost at least $1 billion, exceeding the 2020 record. Catastrophes, the mounting costs of building materials and four other driving forces are increasing the cost of property insurance.
Factors such as high interest rates, increased settlements and severe weather events have taken a toll on the insurance market resulting in a "hard market."
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This rise in construction costs is directly tied to soaring building material expenses—namely, the price of lumber. Increased building material and construction prices could lead to higher homeowners insurance claim expenses.