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Grand Rapids, MI – Foremost Insurance Group is expanding its Dwelling Fire program in Pennsylvania effective May 1, 2010. Foremost® is targeting standard and preferred landlord customers with new, larger discounts.

“We've provided numerous discounts in the new program because they're strong attractors for new customers and an excellent customer retention tool,” says Andy Thomas, Foremost zone executive director. “Plus, we’re not just selling to a non-standard market anymore. We’ve improved our position in our markets.”

Some of the changes to the Dwelling Fire program include:   

  • Financial Responsibility Scores are being used as a rating parameter for landlord business (new business only) with a discount of up to 25%.
  • Newer homes may qualify for a discount of up to 25%.
  • Owners with another personal lines or qualifying life policy with Foremost, Farmers®, Bristol West® or 21st Century may qualify for a 5% discount.
  • Owners with multiple properties insured with Foremost may qualify for a discount of up to 10%.
  • Owners using a Property Management Company may receive a discount.
  • Landlord Association members may receive a discount.

Foremost also features broad underwriting and accepts the following:

  • Vacation rental properties
  • Customers with up to five losses
  • Customers who have had a lapse in coverage

Foremost-appointed agents can book expanded Dwelling Fire business on www.ForemostSTAR.com. To become appointed with Foremost, agents can call 1-800-237-6136 or visit www.ForemostAgent.com. To share your feedback, visit our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/foremostinsurance or our Twitter page at www.Twitter.com/foremost.