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Coastal Homeowners Program from BUA BUA's Coastal Homeowners program is designed to help insurance agents and brokers place hard-to-insure residential risks located in coastal areas. As a Managing General Agency (MGA), BUA offers a competitive and flexible surplus lines solution for properties that fall outside the appetite of standard admitted carriers due to their coastal exposure. This program provides broad coverage options with underwriting flexibility for both primary and secondary homes across select Northeastern states. If your client is currently in a surplus lines market or being non-renewed due to location, BUA can provide an alternative with strong coverage and responsive service. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program is well-suited for agents working with homeowners in coastal regions who might be struggling to find adequate coverage in the standard market. Ideal properties include: Primary or secondary homes near the coast Dwellings insured on HO3 or DP3 forms Homes owned by individuals, trusts, or corporations Properties that are well-maintained, even if over 30 years old (with updated major systems) You might have a client with a vacation home in Cape Cod or a primary residence in Long Island who has been declined coverage due to wind exposure. These are exactly the types of risks that may qualify under BUA’s program. Coverage Highlights and Advantages Offers broad HO3 and DP3 coverage forms Replacement Cost coverage (not Actual Cash Value) Competitive pricing with a minimum premium of $850 Secondary homes and non-individual ownership structures are acceptable Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Homes over 30 years old must have major system updates (e.g., electrical, plumbing, heating, and roofing) to be considered. The minimum premium for this program starts at $850, making it a competitive option in the surplus lines space. Territories and Availability The Coastal Homeowners program is available in: Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire New York Rhode Island These coastal states often present challenges for standard carriers, and BUA’s offering helps fill that market gap. Why Work With BUA BUA brings extensive experience in managing specialty personal lines programs, particularly for hard-to-place and coastal-exposed risks. As an MGA with access to multiple surplus lines markets, BUA offers responsive underwriting, competitive pricing, and a streamlined submission process to help you place difficult homeowners accounts confidently and efficiently. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this Coastal Homeowners program?Ideal accounts include primary or secondary homes located in coastal areas of CT, ME, MA, NH, NY, and RI that are not eligible for standard market coverage due to their proximity to the coast. What forms of ownership are acceptable?Homes titled in the name of individuals, trusts, or corporations are all eligible under this program. Can older homes qualify for coverage?Yes, homes over 30 years old can qualify, provided they have had major system updates, such as electrical, plumbing, roof, and HVAC. Is this program admitted or non-admitted?This is a surplus lines (non-admitted) program, making it suitable for risks that fall outside the standard market. What is the minimum premium for this program?The minimum premium starts at $850, though final pricing will depend on the specific risk and underwriting details. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

...rate Meetings with BUA’s ShowDown® Event Cancellation Insurance Corporate m...n this coverage be used for recurring events?Yes, coverage may be structured for recurring or annual events. Submit full event details for underwriting considera...

Associations and event organizers often rely on conferences,...riting?Underwriters typically require event budgets, dates, location, expected attendance, and any history of prior event disruptions or losses. Is this cov...

...itions. This program helps protect event revenue and mitigate loss when weathe...rts at $250. Final pricing depends on event specifics, selected triggers, and ...

...ial refunds if a specified weather event occurs on a chosen date, while BUA’s ... the coverage be tailored to specific events?Yes. The program is highly custom...