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Neptune Flood has announced a major milestone, surpassing $300 million in premiums and marking its growth in the private flood insurance market. With over $100 billion in insured value, the company serves 235,000 policyholders nationwide. Utilizing a proprietary AI-driven underwriting platform, Neptune aims to modernize flood insurance access, especially as traditional methods face challenges. Collaborating with multiple insurers, the company continues to grow, including an upcoming expansion into Alaska, amidst strengthening legislative support for private flood insurance options.
St. Petersburg, Florida – Neptune Flood announced on May 1 that it has surpassed $300 million in premiums, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth and the expansion of the private flood insurance market. With an insured value exceeding $100 billion, Neptune continues to strengthen its presence, serving over 235,000 policyholders across 49 states and Washington, D.C.
The company’s rapid growth is largely attributed to its proprietary AI-driven underwriting platform, which allows for instant quotes and simplifies the flood insurance purchasing process. This innovative technology positions Neptune as a leader in modernizing the flood insurance landscape, especially as homeowners face increasing challenges in securing coverage through traditional means.
CEO Trevor Burgess highlighted that reaching this premium threshold signifies the increasing robustness of the private flood insurance market. Private insurers like Neptune are stepping forward with scalable alternatives as the federal National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) grapples with various issues, including financial sustainability and coverage limitations.
Established in 2018 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Neptune Flood has already paid out more than $250 million in claims. Notably, the company experienced the highest number of claims during Hurricane Helene in 2024, demonstrating the critical role it plays in providing support to affected residents.
To enhance its services, Neptune collaborates with 25 insurers and reinsurers, which reinforces its capacity to manage large volumes of claims effectively. The company is also preparing to expand its operations into Alaska, further broadening its market reach.
The growth of the private flood insurance market is crucial, especially in Florida, where only about one-third of homes in flood zones are currently covered. Legislative efforts are in motion to promote private flood insurance as a viable alternative to the NFIP, aiming to ensure more homeowners have access to the necessary coverage.
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- TBBW Magazine: Neptune Flood Solidifies Largest Private Flood Insurer
- Wikipedia: Flood Insurance
- NerdWallet: Flood Insurance in Florida
- Google Search: Flood Insurance
- Fortune: Flood Insurance During Hurricane Helene
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Flood Insurance
- Spectrum Local News: Homeowners Encouraged to Get Flood Insurance
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