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Risk Management

Foxen (Foxen Insurance Company)

Complaints

Customer Complaints Summary

  • 82 total complaints in the last 3 years.
  • 13 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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  • Initial Complaint

    Date:06/11/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    ResolvedMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.

    In looking at the past reviews it appears that my situation is similar to those who submitted complaints previous to me.

    I am a resident at *************************** and was incorrectly charged a $7.25 monthly liability insurance fee by Foxen ***** 2025. I have and have always had s valid third-party liability insurance policy from the same private company for the past 7 years that met all lease requirements.

    This policy was submitted to property management prior to lease renewal.When I noticed the charges from ***** were not fully credited, I reached out to the property manager. I was then informed that Foxen rejected my policy because the additional interested party was listed incorrectly. This change required me to take out an entirely new policy but maintained my continuous coverage. This delay led to an additional fee charged (although there was no lapse in coverage) and I was not issued my full credit.

    I also received no notification of these fees from Foxen or my property and only noticed the extra charges when I checked my ledger balance.

    I have requested the full credit from Foxen but have been denied. This is just a plain and simple shady business with shady business practices.

    Business Response

    Date: 06/13/2025

    Hi *****,

    Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We are sorry to hear about your experience and any inconvenience it may have caused. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we take your feedback seriously.

    Please note that we have issued the remaining $6.04 credit to your account on 6/13/2025.

    If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us directly at ***********************************************************, as we would be happy to assist you.

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 06/13/2025

    [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

    Better Business Bureau:

    I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint.

    Regards,

    ***** *********
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:05/17/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    AnsweredMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.

    I am a resident at ****** ******* I and was incorrectly charged a $15 monthly liability insurance fee by Foxen from February 2025 to May 2025, totaling $60. I had valid third-party liability insurance coverage from September 2024 to September 2025, meeting all lease requirements. This policy was submitted to ****** ******* property management prior to lease signing.


    When I noticed the charges in early April, I contacted the leasing office. They confirmed Foxen manages these fees and said Foxen could waive them upon receiving proof of insurance. I promptly uploaded my insurance document to Foxen’s system in April. Foxen initially rejected it because ****** ******* was not listed as an additional property, though my home address clearly shows ****** ******* on the policy. This delay led to an additional $15 liability fee charged on May 1.


    On May 14, Foxen acknowledged my coverage, removed future charges, but refused to refund previous fees, claiming they had “assumed risk” before receiving the policy. These fees result from an administrative failure to recognize valid insurance I had at all times.

    This is not a lack of coverage issue, but an internal error between Foxen and ****** *******. I should not be penalized for a clerical or communication failure beyond my control.

    I also received no notification of these fees from Foxen or ****** ******* and only noticed the extra charges in April because my rent is paid automatically.

    I have requested removal of the $60 charge, which is a billing error. Foxen has denied my request and continues to hold me responsible for fees I should not owe.

     

    Business Response

    Date: 05/21/2025

    Hello,

    Thank you for reaching out and providing a detailed explanation of your situation. We understand your concerns and want to help resolve this matter as quickly as possible.

    To better assist you, we will need a few more details to locate your account and investigate further:

    1. The name of your property management company
    2. Your full property address
    3. Your unit number

    Once we have this information, we will be able to review your account and work toward a resolution.

    We appreciate your patience and look forward to your reply. 

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/28/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    ResolvedMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Foxen is somehow able to add charges to my lease through another company. I've had my services set up since the beginning of my lease with ******** **********. My lease states documentation needs to be provided of insurance, or I will be auto-enrolled into a tenant liability insurance program. I uploaded proof of insurance running from 2/20/25 to 2/20/26. After 3/17/25, a charge was added to my account for Foxen insurance. When I contacted ********, I was told that they forgot to send me procedures for move in. They immediately forwarded a document with steps before moving in: setting up electricity, setting up insurance, and completing the move in condition report. I had already completed the steps from what the agent that showed me the property verbally told me, but uploading another proof of insurance with this other company, Foxen, was new. I was informed that once I uploaded the proof of insurance again through Foxen, Foxen will validate and remove the charges. I uploaded the proof of insurance through Foxen immediately following this conversation with the ******** agent. Foxen has sent me an email stating that I "should've provided at the time of move in" but because I did not, the charges are valid. Foxen is not mentioned a single time in the lease I signed. If it were, I'd have researched and verified my insurance was uploaded to this secondary site myself before moving in. Foxen is refusing to remove the charge. This is a very predatory practice and company.

    Business Response

    Date: 04/01/2025

    Hello, 

    Thank you for reaching out to Foxen! We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Based on our records, a pro-rated Foxen Waiver Program charge of $5.63 was applied on 3/17/2025 and subsequently credited on 3/27/2025 after your third-party insurance policy was received. At this time, there are no additional Foxen Waiver charges on your account. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Foxen directly at **************** as we would be happy to assist. 

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 04/02/2025

    I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint.



    Regards,



    *** *****
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/21/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    AnsweredMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.

    I live in a complex where they use Foxen for their renter insurance for those tenants that dont have renters insurance.

    In my case I have had renter insurance since moving into this apartment. I sent the proof of insurance to Foxen upon moving into and also several time after. I didnt notice that they were charging me for this insurance until months after living here. They have charged me every month for renter insurance inspite of them having proof that I have been insured by Assurrant. I send emails , there are no response.

    I contacted the corporate office over my apartments and this is the only reason they responded today. I was in the rent office in January and their system showed the renters insurance that I had from assurance was accepted.

    Foxen was still placing fees on my account for their **********************. I have proof from ******** where they sent them proof of coverage on more than one occasion.

     

    Business Response

    Date: 03/26/2025

    Dear ******,

    Thank you for contacting Foxen! We value your feedback and want to provide clarity regarding your inquiry. Below is a detailed timeline of events for your reference:

    June 5, 2024 Foxen Addendum signed.
    June 5, 2024 A pro-rated Foxen Waiver Charge of $12.63 added.
    December 9, 2024 Renters insurance policy submitted to Foxen via the website.
    December 9, 2024 Policy rejected due to missing insured address; rejection notification sent.
    December 20, 2024 Full PDF copy of renters insurance policy, including all required details, submitted.
    December 23, 2024 Policy approved, and a credit of $14.50 issued on January 1, 2025.
    January 27, 2025 Policy expired.
    Expiration notifications sent on:
    December 28, 2024
    January 12, 2025
    January 27, 2025
    February 7, 2025 Renewal policy submitted to Foxen.
    February 1, 2025 Credit of $14.50 issued for February.
    February 10, 2025 We received an email from you regarding your policy.
    February 10, 2025 A Resident Support Specialist replied to your email with policy requirements.
    March 21, 2025 We received an email from you regarding credits to your account.
    March 21, 2025 We received a website submission from you regarding credits to your account.
    March 21, 2025 A Resident Support Specialist emailed you and issued a credit of $14.50 to your account.

    To ensure we address your request for further credits, we kindly ask that you provide a copy of the email sent to your property management in June 2024 or any emails from Assurant confirming that your policy was sent to Foxen. Once we receive this information, we will promptly review your account and determine if additional credits are warranted.

    Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need clarification.

    Thank you, 
    The Foxen Team
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/21/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    ResolvedMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.

    Since my moved from apartment 1086 to 1184 there have been various owners and I have had continuous renters insurance coverage with ********. My insurance agent has sent numerous copies of my insurance policy at least 3 times and been asked to make an account to show I have a policy.

    I keep telling my agent that they keep asking for another and she complied. ************ staff, again numerous staff, keep telling me that this is NOT for insurance but an amenity waiver fee, so $25 has been deducted from the start of my move May 10, 2024.

    I just found out from front office that this waiver is indeed insurance which ******** has been charging me and providing for almost 2 years.

    Foxen now conveniently doesnt want to refund these monies to me or apply it to my rent!

    Business Response

    Date: 03/27/2025

    Hello *******, 

    Thank you for reaching out. We understand your concerns regarding the charges and the documentation provided for your renters insurance coverage. After reviewing your account, we will be issuing a credit of $217.74 to reflect the applicable adjustment. You will see this credit applied to your account on April 1, 2025.

    Please let us know if you have any further questions or need any additional assistance.

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 04/03/2025

    [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

    Better Business Bureau:

    I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint.

    Regards,

    ******* *******
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:03/12/2025

    Type:Product Issues
    Status:
    AnsweredMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    I have renters insurance with Foxen. There was a fire in the unit behind mine, causing some property damage for ******* belongings. They refuse to pay me bc they paid all the money to pine hills (my ********** there is none left for my damages. This feels illegal.

    Business Response

    Date: 03/17/2025

    Hi *******,

    We appreciate the opportunity to clarify how the Waiver Program operates and address any questions you may have. Our goal is to provide clear communication and support to residents, and we want to ensure you have the correct information regarding the Programs terms and limitations.

    We want to clarify the Waiver Program is not an insurance policy for residents but rather a contractual arrangement between the landlord and the resident.

    Under this program, the landlord agrees to waive the enrolled residents liability for certain types of damage. Your landlords Waiver Program includes a reimbursement for damage to a residents personal property.

    However, the Waiver Program prioritizes covering damage to the landlords property. If the total cost of damage reaches the $100,000 program limit, no additional funds are available for other reimbursements to residents personal property. In this case, because the fire caused significant damage to the property, the full $100,000 indemnification limit was exhausted, and as a result, there were no remaining funds available to reimburse you for damages to your personal property.

    We also want to assure you that Foxen operates in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you would like to unenroll from the Waiver Program, please feel free to send us a copy of your third-party renter's insurance policy to ********************************* or upload a PDF copy to our website for review. If you have any questions about the Waiver Program, please reach out to ********************************* as we would be happy to assist.

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:02/19/2025

    Type:Order Issues
    Status:
    ResolvedMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.

    This company charged me two months of insurance for a product we never signed up for. Our building signed a contract with them. However, i currently have insurance and sent my proof of insurance to them so I won't get charged. They did not send me an email with their criteria of them needing their address on my policy. They denied my request, and never sent me an email stating I was denied after not supplying me with their criteria.

    There is no transparency with this company, and they use it to bait and switch, so they can charge tenants for their product. I contacted their customer care, and they will not comply to reversey these charges, even though the property acknowledged their transparency issues, and believe this company should refund my money.

    Business Response

    Date: 02/24/2025

    Hi *******,

    Thank you for reaching out.

    Residents at ******** ****** were notified about Foxen during the week of November 26, 2024 (please see the attached flyer). The notice stated that third-party insurance policies needed to be submitted to Foxen by January 1, 2025, to avoid automatic enrollment in the Waiver Program.

    Foxen received your third-party insurance policy on December 16, 2024, but it was rejected on December 17, 2024, due to missing requirements. An email notification was sent to you on December 17, 2024, outlining the necessary changes for approval.

    We received another copy of your policy on February 17, 2025, which was rejected on February 18, 2025. A subsequent copy was submitted on February 18, 2025, but was also rejected the same day, with a notification sent regarding the required updates. Your final submission on February 18, 2025, was approved on February 19, 2025.

    A pro-rated credit of $5.00 was applied on February 19, 2025. Additionally, as a courtesy, Foxen issued an extra credit of $20.00, bringing your balance with Foxen to $0.00.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our team at *****************

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 02/25/2025

    This issue was resolved, as I see a credit back on my account. I did give them the correct information, and that was my complaint. I understand their policy, and I followed it and was still initially charged. The issue has been resolved. 
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:02/10/2025

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    ResolvedMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    My apartment complex forced all the residents to use Foxen as a renters insurance. For months I sent my current policy that I had prior to this forced regulation through the link provided by Foxen. After months of submitting and finally contacting the company, they refused to give a full reimbursement of months of pay because they don’t have anything on their files showing proof of submitting my policy. Never once received any emails so they claimed that without proof they wouldn’t pay me anything. Then my policy was submitted. They charged me again stating my own renter's policy was canceled and it never was.

    Business Response

    Date: 02/14/2025

    Good afternoon,

    Thank you for
    reaching out. You were enrolled in the program in June of 2024 due to not
    supplying proof of coverage. We did not receive a policy submission until
    August 9, 2024. We later received notice that your policy was cancelled on
    12/24/2024. However, we have since confirmed that your policy was reinstated,
    and the February charge is currently being credited back to your account. As a
    courtesy, we will also be crediting the fees from June through August.

    If you have any
    questions, feel free to email [email protected] to reach our Resident Support Team.

    Thank you,

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 02/21/2025



    I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint.



    Regards,



    ***** *******
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:12/14/2024

    Type:Product Issues
    Status:
    ResolvedMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    FOXEN charges fees for Renter's insurance without full disclosure to customer. I obtained Renter's ********************** via another provider; effective Nov 2023 to Nov 2024 w/no break in coverage. Policy renewed Nov 2024 to Nov 2025 and uploaded via resident portal. Sometime in June 2024, FOXEN claimed to have received letter from my insurance provider stating policy will be canceled due to unpaid premium. Premium was paid simultaneously as letter was received by FOXEN. Renter's insurance was never canceled. FOXEN alleged to have sent me an email stating my Renter's insurance IS canceled and that I will be enrolled and assessed a fee under their provider. Unfortunately, FOXEN has a non registered email with a "no reply" status. All of their emails go straight to "SPAM". I noticed this month the fee on an invoice and questioned the mgt office. The *** office informed of the letter received and accrued charges since June. FOXEN refuses accountability for their error and will not issue a refund on fees assessed from June 2024 to present; even after receiving documents from my insurance provider confirming no break in coverage from Nov 2023 to current. doesn't have a registered address sois a generic email, with a "no reply" status. FOXEN representative admitted they recieved no further confirmation from my provider that policy was canceled. Further, their business practice makes assumptions routinely w/out verification and assesses fees on their consumers. FOXEN'S "customer service" business model states; We are customer centric The customer is at the center of all we do We strive to understand our customers'challenges and anticipate their needs.We own it Each team member takes ownership for their individual responsibilities and Foxen's overall success. We have pride in our work and give our best efforts,Following through on our commitments we hold ourselves accountable for delivering results.FOXEN makes business decisions led by assumptions and not facts. Unacceptable!

    Business Response

    Date: 12/16/2024

    Hello *******,

    Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this situation has caused and truly appreciate your patience and feedback.

    Upon review, we received confirmation from your insurance agent, along with an updated copy of your renter's insurance policy listing Farmhaus Apartments as an interested party on December 13th, 2024. They confirmed that your policy was not canceled in June as the premium had been paid. Based on this information, Foxen has issued a refund of $84.50, which was processed on December 16, 2024.

    If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to help and are committed to ensuring a positive experience moving forward.

    Thank you again for your understanding, 

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 12/23/2024

    [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

    Better Business Bureau:

    I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint. I sincerely hope that this type of issue/situation doesn't happen with anyone else. 

    Regards,

    ******* *****-******
  • Initial Complaint

    Date:12/04/2024

    Type:Billing Issues
    Status:
    AnsweredMore info

    Complaint statuses

    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Foxen never notified me that they would charged me for renters insurance that I had and not make an adjustment to my property managment company billing for not providing them the information. They are not listed in my lease as a company that will need information from my insurance company. So, I later provided the information from the beginning of my policy and the refused to adjust the fees from the start day.

    Business Response

    Date: 12/09/2024

    Good afternoon ******,

    Thank you for contacting Foxen. We value your feedback and want to provide clarity regarding your concerns. Below is a detailed timeline of events for your reference:

    1. On March 28th, 2023, you signed Addendum J - Property Damage Liability Waiver as part of your lease agreement, which included details about the Foxen Waiver Program.
    2. On January 17th, 2024, you submitted your third-party renter's insurance policy.
    3. On January 18th, 2024, Foxen sent you a notification explaining that your policy did not meet the requirements set by your landlord.
    4. On January 22nd, 2024, you provided a corrected policy, which was approved by Foxen.
    5. On January 23rd, 2024, Foxen issued a pro-rated credit of $4.20 to reflect the approved policy date.

    To ensure we address your request for further credits, we kindly ask that you provide a copy of the email you sent to your property management in June 2023, confirming submission of your policy to their staff. Once we have this information, we will promptly review your account and determine if additional credits are warranted.

    I have attached your lease agreement with Addendum J and the Foxen Waiver Flyer you were given by your property for your convenience. We appreciate your understanding and are here to assist you further if you have any questions or need clarification.

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team

    Customer Answer

    Date: 12/09/2024

    I had renters insurance withe *** a company suggested by **** **** from Dec. 2022 until April 2023. I have attached all payments made to ***** **** from April 2023 until today.  As you can see the flyer with the information they needed was sent out after the date I signed my lease.

    Business Response

    Date: 12/09/2024

    Hello ******,

    Thank you for providing additional details and documentation. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share this information.


    As stated in the lease agreement you signed on March 28th, 2023, evidence of third-party renter’s insurance was required under the terms of the lease and its addendum. Our records show that Foxen did not receive a third-party insurance policy meeting your landlord's requirements until January 22nd, 2024.

    If you have any additional documentation or evidence showing an earlier submission of your policy to Foxen, please do not hesitate to share it with us. We will be happy to review it and address your concerns accordingly.

    We’re here to assist with any questions or further clarification you may need.

    Thank you, 

    The Foxen Team


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