The “Triage” Reality: Your claim isn’t assigned instantly. It goes into a digital hopper. If you hear nothing for a few days, it often just means the “matching algorithm” is still finding an available adjuster. The “Undisputed” Check Myth: Cashing the first check does NOT mean you agree the claim is over. It is just … Read more
The “Issued” Illusion: In insurance terms, “Issued” often just means “approved by accounting,” not “physically put in a mailbox.” There is often a processing lag (commonly 3 to 5 days, though it varies). The Mortgage Trap: If your check includes your mortgage company’s name, it might have been sent directly to them, or it requires … Read more
The “Hidden” 20%: Overhead and Profit (O&P) is a surcharge paid when a General Contractor is needed to coordinate the job, typically adding ~20% to the total. The Trigger: It is not automatic. It is usually triggered by the complexity of the repair, not just the cost. The “Three Trade” Myth: Many adjusters use a … Read more