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Low-Cost E&O Insurance from OREP

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Appraisers/Agents & Brokers Low Rates/Same Day Coverage

Appraisers enjoy same-day E&O insurance coverage (most cases) with an A++ carrier and other benefits through OREP. (Rates apply in most states. Commercial rates are slightly higher.)

           Individual Appraiser E&O Rates

Per Claim/Annual Aggregate

Most States

$1,000,000 / $2,000,000

$590.00

$500,000 / $1,000,000

$520.00

$300,000 / $600,000

$455.00

A standard deductible of $500 per claim/$1,000 aggregate is included with each policy. Prior acts coverage is provided free for qualified applicants (call for details). Beginning appraisers/trainees qualify. If you would like an application for this program or a quote for a multiple-appraiser firm or for sales/brokering, please call or visit OREP: (888) 347-5273 www.orep.org.

Appraisal Firm E&O Coverage
Many appraisal firms are surprised to learn how much they can save by shopping OREP. If your firm’s E&O policy is expiring, it pays to shop OREP for a quote. If you are experiencing an increase in rates, a decrease in coverage or new exclusions that seem unreasonable, call OREP today for a fast, competitive quote.


Beginning Appraiser/Trainee E&O Available!

OREP can provide E&O to beginning appraisers/trainees. For rates and an application, visit: www.orep.org or call (888) 347-5273. 

Inspectors: Are you paying too much for E&O Insurance?
Before you Write this Year’s Check…..Shop OREP!
If you haven’t shopped OREP, chances are you are paying too much for E&O insurance. The policy is offered by an “A” Rated carrier and covers all inspectors in your company, including independent contractors.

Coverage Includes: Additional Insured Endorsement for Agents and other Referring Parties, Termite and Radon coverage, coverage for commercial inspections, pool, septic and new construction/code compliance!
 

Limit

Standard Deductible
(lower deductibles available)

*Premium Covers Company & all Inspectors

$1,000,000

$5,000

$3,300
(Plus taxes and fees)

$500,000

$5,000

$2,700
(Plus taxes and fees)

$300,000

$5,000

$2,340
(Plus taxes and fees)

$100,000

$5,000

$1,860
(Plus taxes and fees)

Taxes and fees are $300-$400 in most cases. *Premiums prorate up at higher revenue limits.

Financing is available. Prior acts for qualified applicants; low-cost Premises Liability and General Liability are available. 

Before you write your check for E&O this year
, you owe it to yourself to shop OREP. Join the hundreds of fellow inspectors who have made the switch to OREP. Call or visit for details and a quote: (888) 347-5273 or www.orep.org. Agent David Brauner. Calif. Insurance Lic. #0C89873.

Continuing Education: 50 States, 30 Titles, Classroom or Homestudy
A
ppraisers and agents can now satisfy continuing education requirements online and/or classroom in 50 states, including the seven-hour USPAP Update course, from premier providers such as Mckissock Education and the Appraisal Academy. Signup takes just minutes. OREP members save up to 10 percent on all coursework.

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Health Care Solutions – OREP
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True Group Health Coverage: California real estate professionals qualify for programs offered through Kaiser Permanente and PacifiCare. Kaiser Permanente programs feature no pre-existing condition limitations and no-deductible plans. Click here

NEW: Scope of Work Software! Making Scope of Work, Work for You
I compliment you on an exemplary product.” - Red Blumenstock

"The report documenting software provides professionalism in my appraisals and keeps me from worrying about liability issues.  I wouldn’t send out an appraisal without it." - Gregory Beck 

Understanding how to make the “new” Scope of Work work for you may mean nothing less than success – better reports and less liability. If you’re one of the over 13,000 appraisers (like Red Blumenstock) who enjoyed their free download of Appraising in the New Millennium: Due Diligence and Scope of Work, author David Braun, MAI, SRA needs no introduction. Braun’s updated second edition with software is available for download today. Click: NEW USL Appraisal Report Documenter II Software
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WRE Online: What the Other Half Knows
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WRE Online keeps you informed with one story twice a month delivered to your In Box. Short and sweet, WRE Online is free. Your information is not sold and you can opt out anytime with one click. Our online magazine keeps over 50,000 appraisers, home inspectors and other real estate professionals informed in-between print editions of Working RE. It’s what the other half knows! Over 50,000 fellow professionals rely on WRE Online to keep them informed and up-to-date. Shouldn’t you know what the other half knows? 

Speed Dating for Professionals: Help Wanted/Mentor-Trainee Bulletin Board

It’s kind of like speed dating for real estate professionals: now you can meet your (professional) match online at: Help Wanted/Available & Trainee-Mentor Bulletin Board . Access our free help wanted/available bulletin board. It’s also a great place for mentors and trainees to find each other. 

No Jive! Save on Supplies!
If you’re like me, group discount offers never add up. This one is different. We tested it and have saved money every month on the office supplies we use from Office Depot. You can save on supplies, equipment, overnight services and more. This is available free to OREP members and for a limited time, Working RE paid subscribers.

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