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It can affect timing — insurance binding sometimes pauses during an active named storm, which can push back a closing date. It rarely derails a purchase entirely, but it's worth building flexibility into your contract timeline if you're under contract between June and November.
It can affect timing — insurance binding sometimes pauses during an active named storm, which can push back a closing date. It rarely derails a purchase entirely, but it's worth building flexibility into your contract timeline if you're under contract between June and November.
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