IA Magazine

Supporting a Better Work-Life Balance for Parents

Has your agency struggled to make a hire? If so, you're in good company. Finding and screening job candidates was the No. 1 issue facing independent agencies in 2022, according to the 2022 Agency Universe Study—retaining its position as the top chall...

Posted: Feb 08, 2023

4 Terms to Avoid When Advertising Your Insurance Agency

The use of certain words or phrases can suggest an insurance professional is acting as a risk advisor or fiduciary as opposed to the typical arm's-length business relationship.

Posted: Feb 07, 2023

AXIS Launches Streamlined Cyber and Liability Policy

The new AXIS policy offers custom-built cyber and specialist liability coverage for companies with up to $2 billion in revenue.

Posted: Feb 05, 2023

AXIS Launches Streamlined Cyber and Liability Policy

The new AXIS policy offers custom-built cyber and specialist liability coverage for companies with up to $2 billion in revenue.

Posted: Feb 05, 2023

Surety Bonds: Are Independent Agents Leaving Money on the Table?

Agents already have the main element to sell bonds in place, which is the insurance relationship. With that in place, it is easy to discuss the handling of surety bonds with clients.

Posted: Feb 05, 2023

4 Common Homeowners Insurance Misconceptions and How to Address Them

How independent agents are uniquely positioned to help consumers understand the complexities of homeowners insurance.

Posted: Feb 05, 2023

Surety Bonds: Are Independent Agents Leaving Money on the Table?

Agents already have the main element to sell bonds in place, which is the insurance relationship. With that in place, it is easy to discuss the handling of surety bonds with clients.

Posted: Feb 05, 2023

2023 Big ‘I’ Legislative Conference Registration Open

The premier event for independent agents will take place April 26-28 at the Renaissance Washington, D.C. Downtown Hotel.

Posted: Feb 01, 2023

Big ‘I’ Urges FTC to Extend Comment Period on ‘Unprecedented’ Noncompete Proposal

The current 60-day comment period is a remarkably short window for the business community to assess the sweeping effects of the startling proposal to ban noncompete agreements.

Posted: Feb 01, 2023

Amid Inflation and Cyber Concerns, Restaurants Remain Optimistic

After making numerous operational changes during the coronavirus pandemic, restaurant owners are now feeling optimistic about the future, according to Nationwide.

Posted: Feb 01, 2023

Top 5 Most-Read Articles on Independent Agent in January

From a proposed ban of noncompete agreements by the FTC to making sure homeowners have the right type of insurance, here are January's top five articles.

Posted: Feb 01, 2023

4 Compensation Terms Explained to Make Recruiting and Retention Easier

Having a better understanding of compensation can ensure agency dollars are spent wisely, and the true value of employees' compensation is able to be clearly communicated.

Posted: Jan 31, 2023

What to Look for in a Surety Carrier Partner

Independent agents have an opportunity to seek out carrier partners that can help them meet their clients' needs and offer them the bonding assistance they may have shied away from.

Posted: Jan 29, 2023

Breeze Launches Paid Parental Leave Insurance

The length of parental leave covered can be between 6 and 16 weeks, and the percentage of salary to be replaced during leave can be 50%-100%.

Posted: Jan 29, 2023

3 Factors Affecting Commercial Insurance Clients in 2023

The new year is a time for agents to evaluate the trends and emerging risks that could affect customers in the year ahead.

Posted: Jan 29, 2023

3 Factors Affecting Commercial Insurance Clients in 2023

The new year is a time for agents to evaluate the trends and emerging risks that could affect customers in the year ahead.

Posted: Jan 29, 2023

Breeze Launches Paid Parental Leave Insurance

The length of parental leave covered can be between 6 and 16 weeks, and the percentage of salary to be replaced during leave can be 50%-100%.

Posted: Jan 29, 2023