{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Property Loss Professionals: Roles in Your Claim","description":"After a major property loss, filing an insurance claim can feel overwhelming\u2014especially when you\u2019re suddenly responsible for proving the full extent of your damage. In this episode, we break down the complex world of property loss professionals and explain who\u2019s who in the claims process, who they work for, and how they can help you recover. Drawing from a special edition of Adjusting Today and Adjusters International\u2019s Property Loss Professionals guide, we walk through the key roles involved in a claim, including staff adjusters, independent adjusters, public adjusters, insurance agents and brokers, risk management consultants, restoration contractors, appraisers, and specialized experts like engineers and forensic accountants. We also cover how each professional is paid, licensed, and trained\u2014and why understanding their loyalties matters. Whether you\u2019re a homeowner or business owner, this episode helps you make sense of your options, avoid common misconceptions, and build the right team to support a fair and complete recovery. The takeaway: while the burden of proof rests with the policyholder, you don\u2019t have to navigate the claims process alone. ","author_name":"Adjusting Today","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/485364","html":"