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Hawaii Home Insurance Costs: How New Fannie Mae Rules Affect Roof Coverage
There is some welcome news for homeowners, homebuyers, and condo owners dealing with rising insurance costs. The Federal Housing Finance Agency recently announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are removing certain homeowners insurance requirements that had added cost and complexity in today’s market. One of the biggest changes is that roofs will still need to be insured, but they will not always have to be covered on a full replacement cost basis for many qualifying loans.

Shane Pope
Mar 204 min read


Hawaii Flood Insurance: Risks, Preparedness, and Coverage Options for Your Home
Home damaged during flood on Kauai. Photo credit to National Weather Service Living in Hawaii means enjoying breathtaking beaches, lush...

Shane Pope
Aug 24, 20253 min read


Sip Coffee, Help Animals: Join Us for a Tip Match at Drip Studio
Support Aloha Animal Sanctuary with your morning coffee on July 15 At Shane Pope Insurance Services, we’re passionate about giving back...

Shane Pope
Jul 11, 20252 min read


Hurricane Prep for Hawaii Homeowners: What to Know as FEMA Scales Back
Hurricane season in Hawaii is always a serious matter but this year brings a major shift that homeowners across the islands need to be...

Shane Pope
Jun 11, 20254 min read
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