A new ETF allows individuals to earn income by insuring against natural disasters through investing in catastrophe bonds. We break down the historical returns, risk, fees, and structure of this intriguing investment opportunity. Topics covered include: Investments Mentioned Brookmont Catastrophic Bond ETF (ILS) Stone Ridge High Yield Reinsurance Risk Premium Fund (SHRIX and SHRMX) Show Notes Miami Is Entering a State of Unreality by Mario Alejandro Ariza—The … [Read more...]
508: Who Should Bear the Cost? Socialized vs. Market-Based Risk Management
Natural disasters are becoming more severe and costly—who should bear the financial burden? We explore the tension between socialized risk and market-based insurance. Topics covered include: Show Notes California wildfires: What we know about L.A.-area fires, what caused them, who is affected and more by Tim Stelloh, Marlene Lenthang, Rebecca Cohen and Phil Helsel—NBC News Climate change is showing its claws: The world is getting hotter, resulting in … [Read more...]
481: How to Navigate the Crippling Home Insurance Crisis
Why are homeowners seeing home insurance premiums increases of up to 70%, as David has? What can you do if your insurer drops you, you get a huge premium increase, or you can no longer afford coverage? Topics covered include: Show Notes Home Insurance Is Clobbering Consumers. Yet It’s Barely Counted in Inflation. by Jeanna Smialek—The New York Times NIPA Handbook: Concepts and Methods of the U.S. National Income and Product Accounts: Chapter 5: Personal Consumption … [Read more...]