Feb 1, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended Dec. 31, 2011. "During 2011, our specialty strategy delivered on our long-term commitments that continue to build value for our shareholders," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant.

Jan 31, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announced today that certain of its subsidiaries have entered into reinsurance agreements providing for $130 million in three-year, fully collateralized reinsurance from Ibis Re II Ltd., a special purpose reinsurance company domiciled in the Cayman Islands.

Jan 13, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.18 per share of common stock.

Jan 4, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2011 fourth quarter and full-year financial results on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com.

Dec 5, 2011, 11:00 AM by User Not Found

Assurant Solutions' Extended Service Contracts Provide Peace of Mind In the  first decades of the twentieth century toys were simple affairs, confined to  dolls, drawing materials and Mom’s pots and pans.  Board games, introduced in the depression era  of the 30’s, continued in popularity throughout the next decade.  But the introduction of the television in the  1950s changed everything, and the obsession for electronic entertainment was born.

Nov 11, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.18 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on Dec. 12, 2011 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on Nov. 28, 2011. Future dividend declarations will be made at the discretion of the Assurant board of directors and will be based on the company's earnings, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects and other factors. Assurant is a premier provider of specialized insurance products and related services in North America and select worldwide markets. Assurant, a Fortune 500 company and a member of the S&P 500, is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AIZ. Assurant has approximately $27 billion in assets and $8 billion in annual revenue. www.assurant.com Media Contact: Vera Carley Director, Media

Oct 26, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

3Q 2011 Net Operating Income of $75.6 million, $0.79 per diluted share 3Q 2011 Net Income of $76.0 million, $0.79 per diluted share
NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2011. Net operating income1 for the third quarter 2011 decreased 45 percent to $75.6 million, or $0.79 per diluted share, compared to third quarter 2010 net operating income of $137.7 million, or $1.27 per diluted share. Catastrophe losses of $52.3 million after-tax at Assurant Specialty Property drove the decline. "Losses caused by storms reduced earnings, but our response demonstrated the value our products provide to customers when catastrophes occur," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant. "We continued to build value for our shareholders through new sales in all of our businesses and maintained our sharp focus on improving

Oct 6, 2011, 11:00 AM by User Not Found

The economic malaise stifling employment growth in the U.S. can be devastating to many Americans out of work. And those with disabilities are particularly vulnerable during the financial downturn. While it has always been a challenge for the disabled to find a job, approximately 16 percent of disabled workers are unemployed.1 At the same time, these job seekers are in one of the most competitive employment marketplaces in recent history.

Sep 28, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

News Release on Oct.26, 2011 and Live Audio Webcast on Oct.27, 2011 NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2011 third quarter results on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com . In conjunction with the earnings release, Assurant will host a conference call the next morning, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, at 8:00 a.m. ET that is expected to last one hour. The call will be made available to the public via live audio webcast.

Robert B. Pollock, president and chief executive officer; Michael J. Peninger, executive vice president and chief financial officer; Christopher J. Pagano, executive vice president, treasurer and chief investment officer; and Melissa Kivett, senior vice president, investor relations, will review 2011 third quarter results during the call. The live audio webcast

Sep 27, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the promotion of Richard J. Lauria to the position of senior vice president, chief corporate actuary. "Rich brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this position. His expertise in risk management and years of experience with the company make him an excellent choice for this role," said Assurant Executive Vice President and Treasurer Christopher J. Pagano. "This promotion reflects Rich's contributions in developing and implementing risk management processes throughout the company as well as his ability to help us strengthen these efforts." As head of the Corporate Actuarial and Risk Management group, Lauria manages Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) processes throughout Assurant. He oversees the company's capital management, rating agency communications and actuarial modeling policy. He also co-chairs Assurant's ERM Committee and

Sep 19, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the appointment of Robert W. Stein, 62, to its Board of Directors. Stein will join the Assurant Board effective Oct. 1, 2011, following his retirement from Ernst & Young where he currently serves as Global Managing Partner, Actuarial Services. "With more than 40 years of experience advising many of the world's leading insurance companies on financial and operating matters, Bob Stein is one of the most seasoned and knowledgeable professionals in the insurance industry," said Elaine D. Rosen, the chair of Assurant's Board. "Bob's enterprise risk management acumen, deep insights and familiarity with our specialty strategy combine to bring great value to the Assurant Board of Directors and our shareholders." The Assurant Board also named Stein to its Audit Committee. A resident of New York City, Stein is a graduate of Drake University.

Aug 26, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

ATLANTA, Aug. 26, 2011 - The following is an advisory from the Assurant Specialty Property First Response Team to customers in the projected path of Hurricane Irene. The Assurant Specialty Property First Response Team is closely monitoring the progress of Hurricane Irene as it moves toward the eastern United States. The company's service centers are on alert, set to prioritize claims and inquiries from storm areas, with an emphasis on property and flood insurance policies. Toll-free numbers are operational for customers to report hurricane-related claims and make inquiries. Customers should contact the appropriate underwriting company for their policy. American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida (Flood Policies): (800) 245-1505 American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida (Other Policies): (877) 459-6075 American Reliable Insurance Company: (800) 245-1505 American Security Insurance Company: (800) 326-2845 Standard Guaranty Insurance Company: (800) 326-2845 About Assurant Specialty

Aug 24, 2011, 11:00 AM by User Not Found

The 2011 hurricane season is now well underway but many homeowners may find themselves still unprepared for flood damage often associated with severe weather systems.

Jul 28, 2011, 11:00 AM by User Not Found

For most residents of apartments or rental homes managed by property management companies, liability coverage is no longer an option: it's a requirement. More than 66 percent of the major property management companies now require residents to obtain liability protection, which is provided with renters insurance. The significant increase in the number of property management companies requiring renters insurance over the last ten years has made liability protection a standard in the industry.

Jul 27, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

  NEW YORK, July 27, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. Net operating income for the second quarter 2011 decreased 50 percent to $75.4 million, or $0.76 per diluted share, compared to second quarter 2010 net operating income of $152.2 million, or $1.35 per diluted share. Catastrophe losses and increases in loss frequency due to other weather-related activity at Assurant Specialty Property and reduced earnings at Assurant Health drove the decline. "Second quarter operating results reflect our continuing efforts to deliver on our customer commitments and achieve long-term value for our shareholders," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant. "Improved results at Assurant Solutions, ongoing operating improvements at Assurant Health and increased sales at Assurant Employee Benefits were consistent with our priorities

Jul 7, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 7, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the appointment of Elyse Douglas, 55, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Hertz Global Holdings Inc. and The Hertz Corporation, to its Board of Directors, effective July 6, 2011. "Elyse Douglas is a seasoned financial executive with an impressive array of leadership experiences at several highly recognized, consumer-driven companies," said Elaine D. Rosen, the chair of Assurant's Board. "Her extensive understanding of multiple industries with worldwide operations will be a strong asset to our Board of Directors." Prior to joining Hertz, Douglas held financial positions at Coty Inc., Nabisco Inc. and Chase Manhattan Bank (now JPMorgan Chase). A resident of New York City, Douglas earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Villanova University and a Master of Business Administration in finance from New York

Jul 7, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 7, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.18 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on Sept. 13, 2011 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on Aug. 29, 2011. Future dividend declarations will be made at the discretion of the Assurant board of directors and will be based on the company's earnings, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects and other factors. Assurant is a premier provider of specialized insurance products and related services in North America and select worldwide markets. Assurant, a Fortune 500 company and a member of the S&P 500, is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AIZ. Assurant has approximately $27 billion in assets and $8 billion in annual revenue. www.assurant.com Media Contact: Shawn Kahle Vice President Corporate

Jul 6, 2011, 11:00 AM by User Not Found

Vito, Delta, Tomahawk, Elsu, Kanoa, Flash, Lucky Linde, Weaver, Roxanne, Hope, Sky and Calamity Jane, are hanging out on the Assurant Solutions' Rapid City building rooftop this summer, waiting to get their feet off the ground. These aren't any troublemaking teens finding sanctuary far from the crowd below, however. They are rare baby chicks learning to fly from the tallest building in town. Up on the roof of the Assurant Solutions' building a temporary sanctuary is the new summer digs for a flock of peregrine falcons.

Jun 29, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

News Release on July 27, 2011 and Live Audio Webcast on July 28, 2011 NEW YORK, June 29, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2011 second quarter results on Wednesday, July 27, 2011, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com . In conjunction with the earnings release, Assurant will host a conference call the next morning, Thursday, July 28, 2011, at 8:00 a.m. ET that is expected to last one hour. The call will be made available to the public via live audio webcast. Robert B. Pollock, president and chief executive officer; Michael J. Peninger, executive vice president and chief financial officer; Christopher J. Pagano, executive vice president, treasurer and chief investment officer; and Melissa Kivett, senior vice president, investor relations, will review 2011 second quarter results during the call. The live audio webcast will be

Jun 22, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, June 22, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announced today that it has purchased SureDeposit, the leading provider of security deposit alternatives to the multifamily renters industry, in an all-cash transaction from Converge Services Group, LLC. "Assurant targets acquisition opportunities which enhance our existing specialty businesses and provide long-term growth opportunities for our shareholders," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant, Inc. "SureDeposit is an excellent strategic fit with our Specialty Property business and the purchase will be modestly accretive to earnings from the start. With a purchase price of less than $50 million, this acquisition reinforces our commitment to disciplined deployment of capital as we add complementary specialty products to our business portfolio in balance with share repurchases." Assurant will discuss financial details of the