Julie Davidson, an experienced insurance professional, joins host John Haskell on the podcast today to share her farm and ranch insurance insights and considerations for how to protect your ranch. Key insights include the importance of regular policy reviews, the pitfalls of outdated coverage, and the critical role of insurance scores in setting premiums. Julie also emphasizes the need for adequate liability insurance, including liability umbrella and premises policies, and explains the impact of claim frequency on insurance ratings.

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In this episode, we cover:

• The role of an insurance adjuster and their involvement during claims
• Challenges farmers face when switching agents or inheriting policies from previous generations
• Basic livestock insurance options, such as coverage for death loss on the road, and why you shouldn't rely solely on blanket coverage
• The necessity of maintaining adequate liability coverage to prevent severe financial consequences from lawsuits
• Several elements that influence insurance scores, such as claim frequency, credit score, and the frequency of changing insurance providers

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• Send her an email at [email protected]

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• Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More 
• Ranching for Profit 
• Ranching.FYI 
• Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC

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