We’re often asked by prospective students just how much training is actually needed to succeed as an independent adjuster.  It’s a great question, and while there isn’t really a one-size-fits-all answer, we would offer the following friendly guidance:
First, it should be stated emphatically that you will need more training than what you receive in a [...]

Good timing is an essential component in determining the successful launch of an adjuster’s career.
Many folks considering independent adjusting take a wait and see approach, straddling the fence, as the storm season draws near.  And there are apparently good reasons for doing so – the primary one being that there is no reason to invest [...]

Reposting from a forum discussion on the Well-Adjusted Social Network, here is Mr. David Swank’s advice for joining his company’s roster:
If you are interested in working with Mariposa Insurance Services, we have an online form for adjusters that can be filled out at the website. Based on the information you provide and often [...]

A common question posed by prospective independent adjusters concerns the feasibility of working from home.  Most folks understand that independent adjusting can require extensive travel, but must it?  Can an adjuster enjoy the benefits of independent adjusting (good pay, autonomy) and sleep in their own bed every night?  Many folks are excited by the career [...]

Aspiring independent adjusters seeking licensure will at some point have to come to terms with selecting a type of adjuster license.  Some states like New York have 6 or 7 different license types that very specifically define the lines of property or liability one is certified to handle.  Making a choice in such circumstances isn’t [...]

California Earthquake Accreditation offers a valuable certification for independent claims adjusters seeking to diversify their professional credentials.  Beyond its value as Continuing Education (7 Hours) and career development, it equips students with the certification needed to handle claims in the event of a California earthquake.  While earthquakes do not occur frequently, they can be so [...]

Haag Engineering’s Certified Roof Inspector Program will be offered twice more before the end of the year.  The HCRI Program offers an exceptional opportunity to bolster your adjusting credentials while giving you outstanding training from the nation’s leaders in roof damage assessment.
The following courses are available for enrollment in 2009:
Certified Roof Inspector for Residential Roofs
November [...]

There is still opportunity to register for Rope & Harness Adjuster Certification in 2009.  While most courses have already been booked through to 2010, we do still have availability in the October 29th and November 14th Sessions.  Learn More
This is a very small (8 students), intensive, and hands-on day of training from an industry-wide recognized [...]

AdjusterPro is very pleased to announce its partnership with the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG) to bring you the 40 Hour Georgia Adjuster PreLicensing Program.
This course represents a critical step in the licensing process for Georgia residents.  As mandated by the Georgia Dept. of Insurance, residents seeking to become licensed as an insurance adjuster [...]

We are now entering the middle of the 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season and its worth evaluating the prospects for the remainder of this year.  To date, there have been exactly zero named storms in the Atlantic.  That is fairly unusual.  In fact, as Jeff Masters points out in his Wunder Blog, “It has been 17 [...]

Industry leading certification for a competitive edge…
Haag Engineering’s Certified Roof Inspector Program is coming August 11th to Dallas, Tx!  This 3 day intensive seminar and certification exam earns graduates a distinguished place among the elite roof specialists in the industry.  A huge opportunity for career advancement and a great way to enhance your adjusting credentials.
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California Earthquake Accreditation for Adjusters in Orlando, FL
Full-day seminar (Registration) co-taught by Haag Engineering and Eberl’s Claims Service is accredited by the California Earthquake Authority (CEA) for adjuster certification.  Graduates of this course obtain the necessary certification required to adjust earthquake losses in California.
The course is approved for 7 Hours Adjuster CE in TX, FL, [...]

Sinkhole Seminar in Orlando, Florida
The 1/2 day seminar entitled Sinkholes in Florida: Engineering & Legal Issues – Registration – will run from 1pm to 5pm on July 29th in Orlando.  This course is taught by Haag Engineering in cooperation with Andy Rock, P.A. of the Rock Law Group and is accredited for 4 Hours CE [...]

We’re very pleased to announce AdjusterPro’s new strategic alliance with Haag Engineering.  We’ll be offering information, scheduling, and enrollment for Haag’s best adjuster seminars through 2009 including: California Earthquake certification, Sudden Damage Vs. Maintenance Seminars, Sinkholes in Florida Seminars, and the prestigious Haag Certified Roof Inspector Certification.   Here is what you can expect:
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For your reference as me move forward into Hurricane season, lets review the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, taken from NOAA’s website:

Category One Hurricane:
Sustained winds 74-95 mph (64-82 kt or 119-153 km/hr). Damaging winds are expected. Some damage to building structures could occur, primarily to unanchored mobile homes (mainly pre-1994 construction). Some damage is [...]