Architect Insurance: The Designer’s Guide to Risk Management

Learn exactly what insurance architects need and how to pass those tricky ARE insurance questions! This comprehensive guide breaks down professional liability, general liability, and more essential concepts.

Insurance might seem boring, but it's crucial knowledge for both the ARE exam and your professional practice.

In this episode, you'll learn:
The difference between Professional Liability/E&O and General Liability insurance
What contractors need to carry (Builder's Risk, General Liability, Workers' Comp)
How owner insurance requirements differ from architects and contractors
Real-world scenarios that mirror common ARE exam questions
Key legal terms: subrogation, hold harmless clauses, and indemnification
How to recognize which insurance applies in multi-party claims

Want to master architect insurance concepts and ace the ARE exam?
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⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction & Emily's Fire Story
3:42 - Architect Insurance Requirements
8:39 - Contractor Insurance Requirements
10:23 - Owner Insurance Requirements
11:53 - Real-World Scenario: Owner-Built Project
14:06 - Real-World Scenario: Contractor-Led Project
15:52 - Real-World Scenario: Multiple Parties in a Claim
18:52 - Financial & Legal Considerations
23:49 - Common Exam Questions
27:18 - Recap & Resources

🔗 Resources:
FREE 2-Page Insurance Study Guide: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/a...
ARE 101 Courses: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/j...
ARE Boot Camp: https://youngarchitect.com/arebootcamp/

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