IA Magazine

Cars From the ‘90s Are Classics? Yes Way!

The 1990s were more than "just about 10 years ago."

Posted: Jun 09, 2024

Claims Reporting Best Practices for Small Commercial Clients

Don’t delay—submit that workers comp claim today!

Posted: Jun 09, 2024

The Consequences of Misclassifying Risk

Misclassifying risks can lead to significant consequences for agents and clients. From inadequate coverage to unexpected costs and lawsuits, the risks of misclassification are real and can have a lasting impact.

Posted: Jun 09, 2024

Keeping Up With the Expanding Equine Market

Understanding the reasons behind the significant growth in the equine industry can present numerous opportunities for agents.

Posted: Jun 09, 2024

Keeping Up With the Expanding Equine Market

Understanding the reasons behind the significant growth in the equine industry can present numerous opportunities for agents.

Posted: Jun 09, 2024

Introducing Big ‘I’ Alliance

Big “I” Markets has a new name and is now part of a powerful new suite of market access solutions for independent agents: Big “I” Alliance.

Posted: Jun 05, 2024

Owning It: Meet Young Agent Kristi Sizemore

"In our agency, we have owners in different generations, and sometimes it can be challenging but oftentimes it’s such a blessing," says young agent Kristi Sizemore. "Hearing everyone’s different views and perspectives is so important."

Posted: Jun 04, 2024

Owning It: Meet Young Agent Jason Guerrera

"Every other week it's someone posting on social media that insurance is a scam," says young agent Jason Guerrera. "I think it's incumbent upon us as agents and brokers to provide education and let people know, “Hey, this is why your auto premiums ar...

Posted: Jun 04, 2024

Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in May

From the postponement of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidance to the ramifications of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule prohibiting most noncompete agreements, May articles provided thought-leading analysis.

Posted: Jun 03, 2024

Workers Comp Ready: Claims Reporting Advice for Small Commercial Clients

Best claim reporting practices for your small commercial clients.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

The 1990s Are Classic: Protecting Modern Collector Cars

The ‘90s have officially achieved classic status.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

3 Safety Tips Agents Should Offer to Short-Term Rental Hosts

For hosts of Airbnb and Vrbo properties, there are options that an independent insurance agent can offer, as well as numerous tips agents should relay to their clients to avoid a claim.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

3 Safety Tips Agents Should Offer to Short-Term Rental Hosts

For hosts of Airbnb and Vrbo properties, there are options that an independent insurance agent can offer, as well as numerous tips agents should relay to their clients to avoid a claim.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

Neptune Flood Launches Excess Flood Insurance Product

The Neptune excess flood policy provides coverage above the maximum limit available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), allowing customers to keep their NFIP policy if they have yet to reach their market rate.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

Neptune Flood Launches Excess Flood Insurance Product

The Neptune excess flood policy provides coverage above the maximum limit available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), allowing customers to keep their NFIP policy if they have yet to reach their market rate.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

Thermal Runaway: How Lithium Batteries Change Commercial Property Risks

Although commercial property insurance typically covers fire damage, the unique risks posed by lithium-ion batteries can often necessitate additional policy endorsements.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

Thermal Runaway: How Lithium Batteries Change Commercial Property Risks

Although commercial property insurance typically covers fire damage, the unique risks posed by lithium-ion batteries can often necessitate additional policy endorsements.

Posted: Jun 02, 2024

Owning It: Meet 10 Young Agents Building a Future in the Independent Agency Channel

Learn what this next generation of agents has to say about where the industry is headed—and how they fit into it.

Posted: Jun 01, 2024

Integrating AI While Avoiding E&O Claims

Learn what this next generation of agents has to say about where the industry is headed—and how they fit into it.

Posted: Jun 01, 2024