• 3 Key Takeaways from the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show

    Feb 6, 2019, 11:19 AM by User Not Found
    In our latest consumer research, The Connected Now, 97 percent of the respondents said they might make a first-time purchase of at least one connected product in 2019. That optimistic outlook set the stage for over 4,400 brands debuting thousands of new products and services at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's largest showcase for technology innovation.
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  • The Risk Profile of Today’s Renters

    Dec 21, 2018, 14:28 PM by User Not Found
    More Americans rent now than at any point in the past 50 years, but nearly half of renters surveyed by Assurant say they don’t have renter’s insurance to protect their belongings. Perhaps even more shockingly, about one-quarter (24%) of renters without coverage say they’ve never even thought about getting it. From a property management perspective, this poses a significant risk, especially when you take into account some of the misperceptions and behaviors of the modern renter.
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  • NFIP vs. Private Flood: Determining the Right Mix for Your Business

    Dec 21, 2018, 14:05 PM by User Not Found
    As NFIP reforms are debated, there have been short-term lapses in the NFIP during recent government shutdowns and widespread uncertainty in the market around the program’s future. In response to this uncertainty, the private flood market has grown an estimated 25-30% during the last year. At Assurant, we’re seeing renewed interest from agents in contracting to write private policies across residential, condo and commercial properties, and we’re actively innovating to ensure we can help agents and insureds prepare for the future of the flood market.
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  • 5 Digital Trends Transforming the Industry As We Know It

    Dec 21, 2018, 13:53 PM by User Not Found
    Customer expectations have soared to new heights as the world has become increasingly digital, putting brands in the spotlight when it comes to digital interactions with their consumers. Companies are now expected to deliver premium customer experiences that are fast, comprehensive, and easy to complete online.
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  • What’s Needed to Create a True Smart Home? Interoperability and Connectivity

    Dec 17, 2018, 09:29 AM by Ryan Lumsden, Senior VP, Connected Home, Assurant
    Although the smart home has been built up to be an amazing environment where smart devices, such as televisions and appliances, all work together to create a personalized, connected home, that scenario is far from reality.
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  • Making the ‘Magical’ Smart Home a Reality

    Dec 14, 2018, 10:52 AM by Ryan Lumsden, Senior VP, Connected Home, Assurant
    For consumers, the idea of a smart home is fairly simple. They just need to purchase smart devices, such as thermostats, televisions or appliances, and they’ll all magically work together to create a personalized, connected home. Voila.
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  • Assurant Global Preneed President Tammy Schultz Leads the Life Insurers Council Board (LIC)

    Nov 30, 2018, 17:43 PM by User Not Found
    The funeral industry is changing and new traditions have left leaders in the industry scouring to creatively keep up with demands and develop new ways to embrace the consumer. Hear from Tammy Schultz, President of Assurant’s Global Preneed on how the key to staying relevant in the industry.
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  • What Technology Means for Insurance, Risk and VSCs in the Auto Industry

    Oct 17, 2018, 10:22 AM by User Not Found
    Aaron E. Lunt, head of Regulatory Affairs for Assurant, is always keeping an eye on the market to monitor new laws and regulations and how they impact our business. His team also keeps his finger to the pulse of new trends and innovations to advise on building compliant solutions that support profitable growth for our clients. Lunt was published on the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI) expert commentary on the top trends in the auto industry and what all this change may mean for auto, VSCs, and new laws that may emerge because of it. "Automobiles are changing at a rapid pace—in fact, they are outpacing the regulatory environment and will continue to challenge manufacturers, dealers, finance lenders, motor vehicle service contract providers, insurers, regulators, and consumers."
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  • Assurant and Habitat for Humanity give back with A Brush for Kindness in New York

    Aug 9, 2018, 16:18 PM by User Not Found
    Recently, Assurant president and CEO Alan Colberg led a team of New York employees to help Habitat for Humanity New York City revitalize the Brownsville Houses Senior Center in Brooklyn – their 200th neighborhood space.
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  • How to Meet Increasing Consumer Expectations

    Aug 9, 2018, 13:39 PM by User Not Found
    Whether you are a retailer, manufacturer or internet provider, improving tech support is a popular plea. Learn how Assurant is investing in technical support capabilities.
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  • 4 Things You Need to Know About Modern Renting

    Aug 3, 2018, 09:47 AM by User Not Found
    Modern renters are introducing new risks to your property that you may not have realized. Here are four things you need to know about the modern renter and mitigating risk to your property.
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  • We Have Reached the Tipping Point in Smart Home Adoption

    Jul 30, 2018, 12:32 PM by User Not Found
    89% of shoppers we surveyed recently said that compatibility was keeping them from making a smart-home tech purchase. Learn how the rise in smart speakers may be lowering the barrier to entry.
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  • Assurant to Announce Second Quarter 2018 Financial Results

    Jul 11, 2018, 16:34 PM by User Not Found
    NEW YORK, July 11, 2018 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of risk management solutions, will release second quarter 2018 financial results on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, after the market closes.
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  • The Four Pillars Driving Adoption of Electric Vehicles

    Jul 11, 2018, 13:12 PM by User Not Found
    Learn about the four pillars driving electric vehicle adoption and how electric vehicles make an impact on sustainability, consumers, and TPAs.
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  • Assurant Board of Directors Declares Quarterly Dividends on its Common and Preferred Stock

    Jul 5, 2018, 15:54 PM by User Not Found
    NEW YORK, July 12, 2018 — Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of risk management solutions, announced that its Board of Directors declared dividends of its common and preferred stock as follows:
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  • Assurant Announces $1.3 Billion 2018 Property Catastrophe Reinsurance Program

    Jun 28, 2018, 16:03 PM by User Not Found
    NEW YORK, N.Y., June 28, 2018 — Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of risk management solutions, today announced it has finalized a $1.3 billion¹ 2018 property catastrophe reinsurance program, reducing the company’s financial exposure and protecting 2.9 million homeowners and renters policyholders against severe weather and other hazards.
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  • It's official. The Warranty Group is now part of Assurant.

    Jun 4, 2018, 12:55 PM by User Not Found
    Read a letter from Assurant's senior leaders to the auto industry to find out more on the acquisition.
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  • Assurant Appoints Regional Leaders as Acquisition Deepens Global Footprint

    May 31, 2018, 16:18 PM by User Not Found
    NEW YORK - May 31, 2018 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier global provider of risk management solutions, today announced the leadership team of its global operations following the closing of The Warranty Group acquisition. Also, today the combined company’s global automotive leadership team was announced.
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  • Assurant Announces Several Appointments to Its Global Automotive Leadership Team

    May 31, 2018, 16:18 PM by User Not Found
    NEW YORK – May 31, 2018 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE:AIZ), a premier global provider of risk management solutions, today announced new leaders for its global automotive business, following the close of its acquisition of The Warranty Group. The newly named leadership team draws on the deep automotive bench of the two organizations to deliver the best and most experienced individuals to drive growth and serve clients and customers across the world.
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  • Assurant Closes Its $2.5 Billion Acquisition of The Warranty Group

    May 31, 2018, 16:18 PM by User Not Found
    NEW YORK – May 31, 2018 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier global provider of risk management solutions, today announced the closing of its acquisition of The Warranty Group from TPG Capital for a total enterprise value of approximately $2.5 billion. This reflects approximately 10.4 million Assurant shares, or $993 million based on the acquisition agreement closing price, and approximately $1.5 billion in cash, after considering the repayment of The Warranty Group’s $596 million in existing debt. The transaction further cements Assurant’s leadership position in vehicle protection and supports the company’s growth strategy in the broader global lifestyle market with an attractive product and client portfolio and a deepened global footprint.
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