Monday, 05 January 2009 Recent Articles Eligible or Ineligible for NFIP Coverage? Defines Building eligibility requirements for NFIP insurance. (2/5/2008) Webinars: Another NFIP Training Option Explains how web seminars are used for NFIP training. (2/5/2008) This Is the Map Service Center Offers information about flood mapping resources. (2/5/2008) Wildfires Increase Flood Hazards Highlights flood risks for California properties hit by recent wildfires. (1/7/2008) Digital Vision Describes FEMA efforts to digitize flood maps. (1/7/2008) One Town, Two NFIP Communities Reports on how one unusual town participates in the NFIP. (1/7/2008) Online Mapping Tutorials Describes multimedia FEMA map modernization tutorials. (12/14/2007) Check It Out! Introduces recent enhancements to the FEMA Information Resource Library. (12/14/2007) Related Links - NFIP Website - FloodSmart Website - Insurance Professional Info - FEMA Mitigation Info - Watermark e-Notification - Archive of Printed Watermarks Other Links - NFIP Bureau Services - NFIP Videos - Location Validation - Forms - Acronym/Glossary List

Articles appearing on the e-Watermark website or from the Watermark newsletter that relate to all NFIP Stakeholders. 2007 Revisions to the Mandatory Purchase Guidelines Highlights revisions made to NFIP guidelines for lenders and loan servicers. (12/14/2007) Map Modernization Made Easier FEMA offers a selection of online mapping resources. (11/1/2007) A Moving Experience Hydrodynamic forces can create substantial damage. (11/1/2007) Disaster Support Resources Recovery information is provided for disaster victims. (10/01/2007) NFIP Procedure Changes October revisions have been made to the Flood Insurance Manual. (10/01/2007) Finding Your Base BFE notices are now published on the FEMA Flood Hazard Mapping website. (09/01/2007) On Assignment: ICC Claims How to manage an ICC claim when property ownership is transferred before the claim is paid. (09/01/2007) Looking Toward the NFIP's Future Modernizing flood maps prepares communities for emergencies. (08/01/2007) Paying NFIP Premiums by Credit Card Pay premiums in installments using a credit card. (07/01/2007) Keeping Up with the SFHAs Changes in flood maps may affect premiums. (07/01/2007) Highlights of the 2007 National Flood Conference Summary of this year's hottest issues and events. (07/01/2007) Honoring NFIP Stakeholders Outstanding stakeholders are honored for accomplishments in supporting the NFIP. (07/01/2007) Post-Katrina ABFEs Advisory Base Flood Elevations guide rebuilding along the Gulf Coast. (06/01/2007) Clarifying FIRMettes Create downloadable flood maps online. (05/01/2007) FEMA's Greatest Hits Flood-related materials are popular at FEMA's online library. (05/01/2007) Re-Rating Substantially Damaged Buildings Pre-FIRM buildings may require re-rating after substantial flood damage. (03/01/2007) Northeastern U.S. Is Vulnerable Despite big flood losses, few households are NFIP insured. (02/01/2007) Visit FEMA's New Online Library A centralized collection of FEMA materials. (02/01/2007) We, Too, Are the NFIP: JWT FEMA's partner in the FloodSmart marketing campaign. (02/01/2007) NFIP Materials in Spanish The NFIP's Spanish-language resources. (02/01/2007) New EC Photo Requirements Details about this new Elevation Certificate requirement. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) Revised Lender Guidelines Due in 2007 A new version of this primary guidance document for lenders and servicers is expected in mid-2007. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) First-Rate Community First CRS community to achieve a Class 1 designation. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) A Model for Retention Keeping policies when maps are updated. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) New Insurance Outreach Toolkit PR tools for map changes. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) Lessons Learned from Katrina Improving personal and public preparedness and response. (12/01/2006) WEB EXCLUSIVE NFIP Rule Changes October 1, 2006 changes to the NFIP. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) Increasing Policyholder Discounts Communities can make insurance more economical. (Watermark 2007, No. 1) 5 Million Policies, and Growing! RAND study of market penetration reveals NFIP demographics. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) Check Out These Changes to the NFIP A summary of the NFIP Rate and Rules changes effective May 1, 2006. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) Putting the NFIP to the Test The "State of the NFIP" keynote speech given by David Maurstad at the 2006 National Flood Conference in early May. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) Hurricane Season A review of the 2005 season. Flood protection and response resources for effectively preparing for the 2006 season and beyond. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) How Long Must You Wait? Why is there a 30-day waiting period for flood insurance policies to go into effect? What are the exceptions? (Watermark 2006, No. 2) FloodSmart Heightens Awareness Throughout the Hurricane Season Public awareness activities of the NFIP's FloodSmart campaign. Includes new TV public service announcement featuring New Orleans musicians. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) We, Too, Are the NFIP First in a series about the contractors serving the NFIP. Explores the role of the NFIP Bureau and Statistical Agent. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) Honoring Stakeholder Achievements Announces all of the NFIP's partners who received awards at the 2006 National Flood Conference. (Watermark 2006, No. 2) Check out FloodSmart.gov! Business-Driven Technologies. Last Modified: Tuesday, 27 May 2008

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