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What I learned from a Public Adjuster 5037 10
Started by Leland
We all know horror stories about public adjusters, and many of us have seen strange and inflated estimates. At the risk of being controversial, what has anyone learned from a PA that helped increase their knowledge Has a PA ever asked for something that you thought was bizarre and later you realized it was actually fair I know that on some claims, with some PAs, I have to be on my toes and thinking harder than usual. What is the most creative thing a PA ever asked for, that was ultimately appr...
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by Ray Hall 11/07/2007 12:48 AM |
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28 Replies and 18655 Views
25 yr old felony conviction, problem for Texas Adj App? 18655 28
Started by turbocycle
Just wondering if anyone has any feedback for me on this
I have a 25 year old felony theft conviction that was for a few hand tools -- shouldnt have been close to a conviction but had court appointed attorney at the age of 18! Well anyway, wondering if I could get the Texas adjuster license with such a record I know I can explain it all when I submit the app but wondering if anyone on here has been denied for same reason
Think my 20 years in management which included carry...
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by okclarryd10/29/2007 9:23 PM |
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Depreciation of roof Labor on ACV policy 18734 26
Started by john960bell
New forum member here.
I was wondering if anyone could please give me any input as far as the following.
In Calif., it is clear that labor cannot be depreciated (see below from Calif Code of Regulations). Are there any equivalent laws in LOUISIANA Can anyone provide any citations to relavent case law or even just anecdotal cases Thanks
(1) Under a policy, subject to California Insurance Code Section 2071, where the insurer is required to pay the expense of repairing, rebuilding ...
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by Ray Hall10/29/2007 6:54 PM |
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40 Replies and 12876 Views
Paper pushing file reviewers-slowly ruining the claims adjusting job 12876 40
Started by Bobabooey
I remember the good old days of getting hired to go look at a claim, write an estimate, and close the file. My main responsibility was to make correct coverage decisions and write fair and reasonable estimates. If contractors or insureds submitted higher invoices, then it was my job to meet and discuss the invoices with them and come to a fair conclusion. It was my job to make decisions-that is what i was hired to do. I adjusted claims and enjoyed it. On a good day I...
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by Ray Hall10/27/2007 1:04 AM |
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13 Replies and 5794 Views
Brinkman Claim Service 5794 13
Started by sldavi40
Anyone ever worked for Jeff Brinkman, Brinkman Claim Service Just trying to apply the Know Before you Go!
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by Deleted User10/23/2007 1:00 PM |
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29 Replies and 10962 Views
Adjusting/Estimating conflict 10962 29
Started by mistyrain
I'm just wondering if there is anything unethical about doing private estimates for homeowners who are not happy with their settlement offer while also working for various claims agencies as an IA I know of guy that was encouraged to get into the adjuster biz and work as an IA sub for another IA, but ended up mostly doing these private estimates (he did 80-100 out of about 400 the boss IA did). They weren't cheap - $2000 - $10,000. The newbies name is on many of those estimates (done in X-...
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by okclarryd10/18/2007 8:42 PM |
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5 Replies and 3706 Views
Competition in the roofing business 3706 5
Started by Ray Hall
DFW area and Houston area have always had very good roofing contractors who made a living off regular local event like 50-60 MPH spring, fall or winter winds. Hail from pea size to quarter size. This was in the days of the HOB which had RCC.
The salesmen were contingency paid. No new roof, no job and no pay. Most of the salemen were under 35 and could climb a roof like a mountain goat.The large companies would sent out 6-8 for a sub division and leave door hangers, then follow up with door...
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by Ray Hall10/16/2007 2:02 AM |
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9 Replies and 4641 Views
Unreturned Phone Calls/emails 4641 9
Started by JimGary
At any orientation we attend, one the major topics discussed is returning phone calls. We are told "if you do not return your calls, you will be sent home". That has always been harped on to me by carriers and vendors, whether I was staff or independent. And it is an important point to make. I personally am fanatic about such things, I hate having anyone wait on me for a returned call.
I have been amazed though at the number of unreturned calls or emails that go unanswered by IA vendo...
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by JimGary10/02/2007 10:50 AM |
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5 Replies and 11641 Views
Aircraft Adjusting 11641 5
Started by flaporte
I am an experienced auto, RV and mobile home adjuster. However, I am interested in becoming an aircraft adjuster. I am an aircraft owner and have been flying for over 20 years. Does anyone know who I can contact for this
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by flaporte09/19/2007 9:38 AM |
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6 Replies and 4041 Views
Thar She Blows Contest 4041 6
Started by sbeau4014
Are there any winners Couple hit the state, none hit the name of storm and 100 picked a date before September. A lot of high hopes out there for the date this year, thats for sure.
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by Medulus09/14/2007 1:11 PM |
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32 Replies and 11485 Views
2007 Version of Know before you Go. 11485 32
Started by Ray Hall
My opine is not as good as the experts; but I think a monster hurricane will hit Texas or Florida with in the next 50 days.
All new and old adjusters try not to be cheated by the known and not surfaced vendors and subs of venders and the subs of the subs. Ask more questions. Keep a copy of ever file that you submitted for payment on PAPER with the date the computer printed it out.
This file is your evidence you did the work . Make the vendor sign a release allowing you to contact the carrier d...
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by Jud G.09/11/2007 1:10 PM |
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3 Replies and 3131 Views
Trouble posting 3131 3
Started by host
When I added the "search box" to the forum page it caused a javascript error that prevented posting. I have removed the search box for now. Sorry for the trouble.
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by host08/31/2007 9:23 AM |
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6 Replies and 3802 Views
Just deal with it 3802 6
Started by ntzjazz
Nothing like being an independent adjuster.
New assignment—per the carrier “Please provide Full Adjustment with Photos”
-----------------------P.S. Do not discuss the policy provisions, scope of loss, estimate/repair evaluations or coverage with the insured or any representative.
Drive 210 miles and get it done!
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by 01Snake08/25/2007 6:32 PM |
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by swink_d08/23/2007 10:30 PM |
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7 Replies and 4920 Views
Adjuster Commission Rate 4920 7
Started by Gamegetter
1. What commission rate do you feel an experienced and proven adjuster should be paid
50........60..........70..........
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by Ray Hall08/23/2007 12:43 PM |
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5 Replies and 3800 Views
Nationwide Insurance 3800 5
Started by jclstorm
Does anybody know which I.A. firms have contracts with Nationwide Insurance
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by 01Snake08/23/2007 12:02 PM |
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3 Replies and 3842 Views
Current Fee Schedules 3842 3
Started by sbeau4014
I know that there has been very few changes in fee schedules in recent years and have reviewed the comparison that Clayton put together back in 02 or 03. Besides Citizens NFIP and the Texas Wind Pool, does anyone know of any other carriers that have revised their fee schedules since then If so, and you have a copy of it on a format that can be emailed, could you email me a copy of what you have for review purposes If you have the 3 mentioned above, I'd appreciate getting copi...
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by host08/17/2007 7:12 PM |
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22 Replies and 8523 Views
Something to think about for you want-to-be-independents 8523 22
Started by Bobabooey
I was sitting here going over my finances and added up what I have made so far this year. So far this year, I have made 24k (this could change anytime depending on the weather)
Then I started adding up my expenses, (I paid 7k for a car (that is right 7000 bucks) after mine dropped dead at 210k miles) i have paid $2100 in computer programs, $4550 in health insurance (which covers nothing) , $1300 on a new computer, roughly $2,000 in gas, $1500 in hotel expenses, $210 in oil changes, $200 o...
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by Doug08/17/2007 12:26 PM |
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8 Replies and 4778 Views
Things to do before you leave on a deployment 4778 8
Started by swink_d
As i am double checking everything to make sure I have everything in order for another deployment. I began wondering what others are doing to get prepared.
Today I got the fiver out and was checking everything out and discovered that the reigniter electrode went out for the water heater. It sure would be trouble finding one after leaving home.
Also discovered the person that normally forwards our mail will be unavailable for a cpl months so I have to get someone else
Always something&nb...
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by Rockey08/17/2007 1:30 AM |
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26 Replies and 11481 Views
HOW SLOW IS IT??? 11481 26
Started by Catmannn
I HAVE BEEN RUNNING THE ROADS FOR 12 YRS. UP TO THIS POINT EVEN THE SLOW YEARS TREATED ME OK.THIS YEAR HAS BEEN MY SLOWEST EVER. NONE OF MY ROAD FAMILY ARE OR HAVE BEEN WORKING. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS, HAS IT BEEN A GOOD YEAR OR HAVE I STEPPED ON A LOT OF TOES
HOUTZ
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by Catmannn08/16/2007 5:25 PM |