GFIP Certificate Holder Survey

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NFIP Direct Group Flood Insurance Policy (GFIP) Survey Questions

Introduction: Did you know that Group Flood Insurance Policy (GFIP) certificate holders are required to obtain and maintain a Standard Flood Insurance Policy (SFIP) after the expiration of a GFIP certificate to remain compliant with the National Flood Insurance Reform Act (NFIRA)? SFIPs can be purchased from the NFIP Direct or insurance companies that participate in the NFIP through the Write Your Own (WYO) program.

1. Have you purchased a SFIP since the expiration of your GFIP?

   1. If yes, was it written through:

      1. NFIP Direct

      2. Write Your Own (WYO) Company

      3. I do not know

2. If no, please state why:

Suggested populated options:

1. Price

2. No longer at the address

3. Flooding Unlikely

4. Unpleasant Experience

5. Other

2. Are you planning to purchase a policy in the future? Yes or No

   1. If yes, how soon do you plan on purchasing a flood insurance policy?

      1. < 1 month

      2. 1+ month

      3. 6+ months

      4. 12+ months

2. If no, please state why.

Suggested populated options:

1. Price

2. No longer at the address

3. Flooding Unlikely

4. Unpleasant Experience

5. Other

3. If you had an option for a payment plan, towards a future SFIP, would you take advantage of this option? Yes or No

4. Comments?