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Like elections in the past, this one will not impact agency values—but fiscal policy could impact the portion owners take home.
Posted: Nov 19, 2024
The decision has wide-reaching implications for both employers and employees across the country as it alters the criteria for determining overtime eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Posted: Nov 19, 2024
Here are the differences between cyber warranties and cyber insurance, some issues with cyber warranties, and why cyber insurance is the only comprehensive risk transfer solution.
Posted: Nov 17, 2024
Tees-to-Green flood insurance automatically triggers payments as soon as flooding inundates a golf course.
Posted: Nov 17, 2024
While the fast-rolling D&O soft-market train continued through 2024, agents and clients should be aware that insurers are starting to approach underwriting with a more cautious lens.
Posted: Nov 17, 2024
Explore the transformative power of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and how insurance agents help businesses smoothly navigate its integration.
Posted: Nov 17, 2024
Does a nonprofit organization that has a workers compensation policy in force also need uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage?
Posted: Nov 14, 2024
The deal enables Safeco to grow its personal lines presence in 22 states as Main Street America Insurance shifts to focus exclusively on commercial lines.
Posted: Nov 13, 2024
In this short video, Charles Symington, Big “I" president & CEO, and Nathan Riedel, Big “I" senior vice president of federal government affairs, unpack the outcome of the 2024 election and its impact on the insurance industry and independent insuranc...
Posted: Nov 13, 2024
Even as the marketing landscape changed, independent agents understood that relationships and referrals were the key drivers for their businesses—and they were right.
Posted: Nov 11, 2024
Factors such as the Great Resignation, an aging workforce and economic fluctuations have widened the skills gap within the construction industry, pushing material and wage costs higher.
Posted: Nov 10, 2024
"Although we may be coming out of one of the most difficult periods in insurance history, some areas might still see increasing premiums for another 12-18 months," says independent agent Guffy Wright. "Factors like claim volume, social inflation, wea...
Posted: Nov 10, 2024
The biggest lesson from Hurricanes Helene and Milton is that we need to start taking storm risks more seriously and focus on preparedness. Another weather disaster will happen.
Posted: Nov 10, 2024
Learn how generative artificial intelligence (AI) is enhancing business operations and how insurance agents help maintain a safe and ethical environment.
Posted: Nov 10, 2024
The acquisition will unlock even more potential for Vertafore MGA customers by adding a modern agent portal, a powerful underwriting workbench and flexible workflow automation.
Posted: Nov 06, 2024
With artificial intelligence (AI) evolving so quickly, it’s important to pay attention, learn as much as you can, and be intentional about how you implement it.
Posted: Nov 06, 2024
The election results are widely viewed as a mandate to fix the economy, stem the tide of illegal immigration, and take a new approach to foreign affairs with an “America first" agenda.
Posted: Nov 06, 2024
Posted: Nov 04, 2024
Hurricanes Helene and Milton made it clear that hurricanes, storms and floods can happen anywhere and anytime and are not limited to the coast.
Posted: Nov 03, 2024
Coverage is available for homeowners with dwelling values up to $2.25 million and for commercial insureds up to $2.5 million to incorporate buildings, business personal property and business income.
Posted: Nov 03, 2024
As the builders risk market evolves through a changing economic and physical landscape, agents play a key role in protecting the interests of the insured.
Posted: Nov 03, 2024
Discover how businesses are leveraging generative artificial intelligence (AI) for growth, and the role of insurance agents in ensuring secure and compliant implementation.
Posted: Nov 03, 2024
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Posted: Nov 01, 2024