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Teachings from a \Seasoned\ Cat (Flood) Adjuster 11629 4
Started by johnpostava
By John A. Postava
In 2004 (hard-to-believe it was over 7 years ago!), hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne brought more claim adjusters to Florida than swampland speculators in the 1920s. In retrospect, the “Fearsome Foursome” generated more than two million property claims. Just the sheer number of claims alone required adjusters to increase productivity to meet the demands of homeowners.
No matter where claims occur, filing them quickly, accurately, and efficiently is t...
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by johnpostava 07/15/2014 8:27 PM |
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Ray, how do you really feel ? 4890 13
Started by Ray Hall
On the topic of new people, this is how I really feel. If you have a bachelors degree go to work for a insurance carrier. And, not in claims, underwriting. If you have never been happy doing what you have been doing since you got out of high school and want to get into cat. adjusting, some get lucky, but that 10 is only about 10 (I think). I really think a job you like or can put up with thats in the 5 k per month range with some perks is better than a gross of 150K on the road 6-9 moths ...
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by Ray Hall08/15/2010 4:36 PM |
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Getting Xactimate Level 1 certified 9924 2
Started by Crunchyhippo
I&39;m a new adjuster and figured that, in addition to my claims license, getting a Xactimate Level 1 certification would show someone looking for a field claims adjuster that I have a decent grasp of the program instead of just hoping I know it, or giving me a limited crash course before sending me out. I&39;ve head the test isn&39;t particularly difficult, so would it be possible to learn what I need to about it on, say, Youtube or online vs. paying $300 for an online class before taking th...
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by MT18012/03/2020 1:54 PM |
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State Licensing 1750 0
Started by Tuhppik
What sate license has the most reciprocity for someone who wants to be licensed in more than one state. Just starting down this road, so any pointers appreciated. Also, any rcomendations on courses I feel like I have a lot of actual experience in the field and will not have a problem passing, but its good to get some advice.
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A question about license training 2230 0
Started by NReddy
Hi, after reading through the forum it seems that the consensus is to try staff adjusting first before jumping into cat adjusting. I'm at the very beginning of the process. I've been selling roofs since Katrina and would like to do something different. I'm going for my adjuster's license in Kentucky. Does anyone have experience with Agent Broker Training Center It's an online course for $149. Is there a better option Or will any training that succeeds in preparing me for the license tes...
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11/07/2018 10:03 AM |
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2 Replies and 2487 Views
Which Training School to attend 2487 2
Started by mgrubbsftf
I have a question about which adjuster training school to go to. I have over 15 years of construction background from labor in concrete, framing, building thermal envelope, installing fireplaces, garage doors, and estimating division 7 for residential and commercial new construction. I am also a certified Residential Energy Examiner, HERS Rater and Energy Star Inspector. I now have decided to move my career in a different direction in the adjusting industry. I am trying to make a sma...
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by mgrubbsftf10/03/2018 8:06 AM |
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7 Replies and 18001 Views
Best Xactimate 27 Macros? 18001 7
Started by Braden$2
Does anyone know where I can get some good Xactimate macros that will work with Xact 27
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I know you can buy them somewhere but cant find where
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Any help would help!
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by PMcMahon09/17/2018 11:08 AM |
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1 Replies and 13331 Views
For Those Who Want To/Will Be Taking Their State Farm Certification Exams 13331 1
Started by Stanaford
Hello everyone! This is my first post here on the CatAdjuster Forums.
I have experience in the field, but just recently took my State Farm Certification exams with Worley and want to help alleviate concerns that I am sure new adjusters have when trying to get their certification.
***Disclaimer: I am not an employee of Worley, nor will I be sharing specific exam questions. The purpose of this post is to help new adjusters who are nervous about getting their certification. I also have no...
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by bagilly07/11/2018 5:59 PM |
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8 Replies and 13410 Views
Catastrophe Training E-Books / Manuals / Guides 13410 8
Started by Peatie
I am looking for some advice on catastrophe training information (ie. e-books, training guides/manuals) created for newly licensed property adjusters. I have searched this site and other areas of the internet finding three different sources which include:
K-Squared Catastrophe Training Svs - "OJT Catastrophe Training" E-book $100.00
Trent Massey's - "Catastrophe Adjusting" E-book $35.00
Adjuster Cindy - "Cat Adjuster Power Manual" $169.00
Just wanted ...
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by adjustingto6figures11/05/2017 2:32 AM |
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1 Replies and 5335 Views
NO local CAT courses? 5335 1
Started by host
The following was a question received via email from a visitor to the site.
Hi. I've checked out this website several times b/c I've been highly interested in taking whatever necessary courses to obtain my C.A.T. lic. . I've worked in insurance & financial srv.s since 2003 for companies such as State Farm and Allstate (worked for them quit a while). Regardless, I get too bored sitting in an office. I love being in insurance however I need to be able to have that challenge , have the...
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by host01/24/2017 8:24 AM |
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1 Replies and 10349 Views
Choose Your Rope & Harness Training Provider Wisely 10349 1
Started by Catsvstrained
Ask the CEO of any Major Insurance Carrier or IA provider company and you will learn that crippling injuries and fatality falls from modern roof structures are a common and credible threat to Property Claims Adjusters. In proof of this fact many Insurance Carriers have outsourced their high risk roof claims to Ladder Assist type organizations and at least a dozen or more “Rope and Harness” training vendors have sprung up to capitalize on the situation over the last five years.
WARNI...
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by Catsvstrained08/24/2016 10:39 AM |
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7 Replies and 8676 Views
ICAP for Veterans 8676 7
Started by bburrows
Are there any adjusters who have completed ICAP and will it help getting deployed
ex-Combat Engineer TX
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by anthonyccamargo01/15/2015 12:23 PM |
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17 Replies and 18085 Views
AMCAT Training 18085 17
Started by tjteague
I am a newly licensed adjuster, who is trying to get his foot in the door. I am well aware of how hard it is to do so. AMCAT told me they would put me on their roster if I prooved myself competient after their class, which I have no doubt I will. Are they a good company to work for
Also, if you are just waiting on the big storm and you get most of your experience on the job, I am wondering how good these training classes are, or if they are just another way for the companies to make money. I k...
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by tjteague11/02/2014 10:31 AM |
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10 Replies and 10280 Views
What state licenses should an adjuster have? 10280 10
Started by Goldust
I have heard a lot of different stories from different Adjusters on what state licenses to have. What do you think are the most important states to have
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by Tim Wieneke09/25/2014 8:01 PM |
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5 Replies and 8915 Views
Rope Access Standards for Pitched Roofing Systems 8915 5
Started by Catsvstrained
In 2008 out of the deliberate actions of a handful of Property Claims Adjusters with growing concerns about the increasing risks of accessing pitched roofing systems within the modern housing industry, the Association for Certified Ropes Access Building Assessment Technicians (ACRABAT) was initiated. - Their goal is to reduce the threat of personal injury from pitched roof system inspection by promoting uniformity standards for rope access worker skills and knowledge. - As you may (o...
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by Spartan57709/18/2014 10:08 PM |
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2 Replies and 6776 Views
Steep Roof - Rope and Harness 6776 2
Started by pondman
I've researched this topic through 'old' posts and was wondering if anyone has used AI Technical Institute in Georgia. What are their training facilities like and the instruction level
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by Spartan57709/18/2014 10:02 PM |
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1 Replies and 7548 Views
Oklahoma Earthquake CE Requirement 7548 1
Started by host
The text below comes from the attached DOI Bulletin
To: Oklahoma Continuing Education Providers
From: OID Education Division
Date: August 5, 2014
Due to the swarms of earthquake activity occurring in the state, the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) is pursuing an emergency Oklahoma Administrative Code rule change to require at least one hour of continuing education on this topic each renewal cycle. The OID will begin enforcing the new rule on January 1, 2015. All resident agents, CSRs an...
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by host09/09/2014 10:06 AM |
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0 Replies and 9561 Views
Insurance Adjuster Certification and Training Programs 9561 0
Started by rwheeling
While some insurance adjusters learn on the job, others receive training through short college programs. Read on to learn about courses offered, licensing requirements and career information for insurance adjusters. Learn more http://education-portal.com/articles/Insurance_Adjuster_Certification_and_Training_Programs.html
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07/03/2014 4:07 AM |
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12 Replies and 36544 Views
State Farm Certification Class though Pilot 36544 12
Started by racerdown
I finally took the State Farm Certification class after years of putting it off. I was getting plenty of work without it and did not see a need to take it. There are several options out there to take it. I found places to take it at no cost and always knew that Pilot gave it for $150. I just took the class with Pilot. The first day was Pilot going over the items that are on the test. It was about 7 hours. The second day was a Live Broadcast from ...
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by pcclaims05/20/2014 5:34 PM |