By Robert J. Prahl, CPCU W ith the arrival of warmer weather, boaters across the northern half of the country will join their southern neighbors in taking to the water.
Spring is here, and recreational boating activity is about to intensify.
With that in mind, it seems appropriate to review the factors involved in insuring boats. This article discusses marketing, coverage, and underwriting considerations associated with boating. The centerpiece of the article, from a coverage standpoint, is the AAIS Boatowners Program. A marketing plus Many companies write boat insurance as a supplement to their automobile and homeowners programs. Whether a company writes boat insurance as a specialty line, or as an accommodation to market or retain desirable personal lines business, the Boatowners Program can be a valuable addition to its portfolio.