Kin completes reinsurance program with $1.4 billion in Florida catastrophe coverage

Kin has announced the completion of its reinsurance arrangements for June 2025 through May 2026, securing $1.4 billion in Florida catastrophe coverage and additional protection in other markets, surpassing rating agency requirements.

According to Kin's press release, the company's 2025–2026 reinsurance programs emphasize strong financial protections for policyholders. Kin secured $1.4 billion in reinsurance coverage for Florida, over a quarter of a billion dollars for non-Florida markets outside California, and specialized coverage for seismic and wildfire risks in California. These measures exceed rating agency requirements and reflect Kin’s conservative approach to catastrophe risk management.

The strength of Kin’s program is supported by a large and highly rated reinsurer panel. Business Insurance reports that the reinsurance placement was backed by 44 reinsurers rated A- or higher by AM Best or fully collateralized, along with 29 catastrophe bond investors. This broad support indicates that capital markets and reinsurers continue to trust Kin’s underwriting and claims performance despite the tightening global reinsurance capacity.

The Wall Street Journal notes that the reinsurance market has become more expensive and challenging due to rising global catastrophe risks. Reinsurers have sharply increased prices in recent years as insured catastrophe losses exceeded $100 billion annually worldwide, driven by hurricanes, wildfires, and severe storms. Kin’s ability to complete its reinsurance programs on favorable terms in this environment underscores the credibility of its data-driven underwriting model and strong partner relationships.

Kin is a digital-first, direct-to-consumer home insurance provider founded in 2016. According to its official site, Kin manages reciprocal exchanges and operates in 13 states, including Florida, California, Texas, and Colorado. The company offers coverage tailored for homeowners in disaster-prone and underserved regions with a mission to modernize insurance through smarter pricing, faster service, and reliable protection where traditional insurers have withdrawn.