<p><em>The CRE Deal Room</em> brings top industry experts to the table to discuss the most pressing topics in commercial real estate. In this episode, host Adam Dunn welcomes Skylar Romines, founder of ATW Advisors and the self-proclaimed “America’s Favorite Insurance Nerd,” to take a deep dive into the evolving world of CRE insurance.</p><p><br></p><p>Insurance is one of the largest—and often most misunderstood—expenses in commercial real estate. Skylar breaks down the hidden complexities behind policies, how underwriting standards are shifting, and what investors and developers can do to optimize their coverage while controlling costs. From natural disaster risk to self-insurance strategies, this conversation goes beyond the policy to deliver real insights that impact your bottom line.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why CRE owners often overpay for insurance and how to negotiate better terms.</p></li><li><p>The role of an owner’s rep in protecting developers and investors.</p></li><li><p>Emerging risks in liability coverage—what’s being excluded and why it matters.</p></li><li><p>How data and technology are reshaping the insurance underwriting process.</p></li><li><p>Skylar’s journey from retail sales to building a powerhouse CRE insurance advisory firm.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow Skylar Romines for more expert insights:</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/skylarromines/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/skylarromines</a></p><p>X (Twitter): <a href="https://x.com/skylarromines" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://x.com/skylarromines</a></p><p>Linkedin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/1skylar" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/1skylar</a></p><p><br></p><p>Don’t let insurance be a blind spot in your CRE investment strategy. Learn from one of the industry’s top experts and gain actionable insights to protect your assets. Subscribe to <em>The CRE Deal Room</em> and share this episode with your network today!</p>