Universal gets Iowa homeowners license

Universal Insurance Holdings (UIH) is set to continue expanding
its geographic footprint after its main operating subsidiary won
approval from the Iowa Insurance Division as a licensed insurer in
the state.
The publicly traded homeowners insurer based in Fort Lauderdale,
Florida said it would now look to build out its presence in Iowa,
extending its reach as a national writer of the business class.
"This step highlights the progress we have made in
successfully executing our geographic expansion