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TDI launches Helpinsure.comSeptember 18, 2002 New program designed to help Texans shop for homeowners insurance AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Insurance today announced a new program designed to help consumers find homeowners insurance. The program includes a web site, www.helpinsure.com and a toll free telephone number, 1-866-695-6873. Governor Rick Perry directed TDI in August to find new ways for consumers and insurance companies to connect in the existing marketplace. The Helpinsure.com program is the result of that directive. The TDI marketing campaign to promote the Helpinsure.com program will consist of both print and radio public service announcements. "This new program will be a great resource for current and prospective homeowners as they shop for the best homeowners insurance policy to fit their needs," said Insurance Commissioner Jose Montemayor. "The Helpinsure.com program breaks down barriers between those who need insurance and those who are providing insurance by making the marketplace much more user friendly. Homeownership is the American dream and finding homeowners insurance should not be a nightmare." The Helpinsure.com program will provide Texans with three distinct levels of help:
"Governor Perry directed the Texas Department of Insurance to find a better way to help Texans find homeowners insurance and we believe the Helpinsure.com program is a great step in that direction," added Montemayor. "Helpinsure.com will save time and effort for consumers and will give insurers an opportunity to review many applicants in a short time." TDI is working with and encouraging the insurance industry to participate in this new program. Insurers are not required to accept applicants and may follow their own underwriting standards when reviewing any applicant participating in the program. Information provided by consumers will be secure and can be accessed only by insurance agents and companies. For more information contact:
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