Mitch Schoeneman is a Managing Partner at A. Schoeneman & Co. - a top rated Chicago public insurance adjusting firm that has been serving customers for over 55 years!

Mitch starts by explaining the services rendered by insurance adjusters. He breaks down how investors can set themselves up for success with insurance claims and provides tactical steps for handling disastrous situations at properties. Mitch dives deep on insurance coverages, how investors can best protect themselves, and shares some wild insurance stories! This show is full of valuable insurance insights that you will want to put into practice!

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Guests: Mitch Schoeneman, A. Schoeneman & Co | Email Mitch

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Guest Questions

03:14 Housing Provider Tip - Home insurance considerations to improve coverage and pricing!

04:56 Intro to our guest, Mitch Schoeonemen!

08:33 The value of insurance adjusters.

15:57 How investors can prepare for successful insurance claims.

21:17 Properly handling emergency situations at properties!

37:15 General timelines for insurance payouts.

45:00 Wild insurance stories!

53:39 What is your competitive advantage?

54:01 One piece of advice for new investors.

54:08 What do you do for fun?

54:59 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

55:32 Local Network Recommendation?

55:53 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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Episode 390: What Not To Do When Disaster Strikes: Mitch Schoeneman on Insurance Claims

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Episode 390: What Not To Do When Disaster Strikes: Mitch Schoeneman on Insurance Claims