IA Magazine

The 3 C’s of A&E: Contracts, Communication and Client Documentation

Here are three foundational risk management considerations that agents and their architect & engineer clients should know to help reduce exposures and improve their insurability in the current market.

Posted: Nov 05, 2023

The 3 C’s of A&E: Contracts, Communication and Client Documentation

Here are three foundational risk management considerations that agents and their architect & engineer clients should know to help reduce exposures and improve their insurability in the current market.

Posted: Nov 05, 2023

D&O Market Goes from Soft to Stabilizing

The D&O market is dynamic and ever evolving, and independent agents should consider how they can continue to make sure clients have the insurance protection they need.

Posted: Nov 05, 2023

D&O Market Goes from Soft to Stabilizing

The D&O market is dynamic and ever evolving, and independent agents should consider how they can continue to make sure clients have the insurance protection they need.

Posted: Nov 05, 2023

QBE Launches New Cyber Insurance Program with Converge

ConvergeElements™ is a new cyber insurance product that provides small and midsize businesses with clear and confident cyber solutions.

Posted: Nov 05, 2023

Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in October

From scary trends in EPLI, cybercrime and carrier ratings to the perks and dangers of artificial intelligence, October articles delved into the trends that will linger into the fall.

Posted: Nov 01, 2023

M&A Deals Drop 27% in Q3 2023

There were 534 announced insurance agency mergers & acquisitions during the first three quarters of 2023, representing the largest decline ever through the third quarter.

Posted: Nov 01, 2023

Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in October

From scary trends in EPLI, cybercrime and carrier ratings to the perks and dangers of artificial intelligence, October articles delved into the trends that will linger into the fall.

Posted: Nov 01, 2023

Big 'I' Submits Congressional Testimony on Hard Market

The Big “I" advocated for efforts to address the current property insurance crisis and its impact on consumers at a U.S. House of Representatives hearing.

Posted: Nov 01, 2023

Deal Dynamics: Identifying an Acquisition to Add the Most Value to Your Agency

As the field clears in mergers & acquisitions, the door is ajar for aspirational independent agency owners to make an acquisition that could change the trajectory of their business.

Posted: Nov 01, 2023

Agency Nation Meets: Margeaux Giles

Margeaux Giles is CEO of Irys Cloud, a new generation of insurance management software focused on customer relationships, and has more than 15 years of experience the insurance and finance space.

Posted: Oct 31, 2023

How to Evaluate a Capital Provider

Here are five hallmarks of a strong financial institution to consider if you're an agency owner looking for a financial partner for expansion, succession or acquisition.

Posted: Oct 31, 2023

The Resilience of the Restaurant Industry: Navigating Insurance Challenges in the Post-Pandemic Envi...

It's imperative for independent agents to forge close partnerships with restaurant owners to help them overcome the hurdles of the innovations born out of necessity during the coronavirus pandemic.

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

#MeToo: Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault, Harassment

The Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act (EFASASHA) went into effect in March 2022.

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

Real Estate E&O Claims Impacted by Social Inflation

Across the real estate E&O sector, six-figure claims against property managers are becoming more typical.

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

#MeToo: Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault, Harassment

The Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act (EFASASHA) went into effect in March 2022.

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

Real Estate E&O Claims Impacted by Social Inflation

Across the real estate E&O sector, six-figure claims against property managers are becoming more typical.

Posted: Oct 29, 2023

Amwins Offers Coverage for Recycling Operators

The program includes auto, general liability, umbrella, property, crime, inland marine, equipment breakdown, professional liability, workers comp and conversion coverage.

Posted: Oct 29, 2023