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"If you write commercial insurance, you have to be involved in all aspects of it if you're going to do right by your client," says independent agent Fred Wittenbaum. "It's all part of tailoring the program to the best interest of the client."
Posted: Sep 13, 2020
Umbrella policies and what they cover can be somewhat of an enigma. This article explains exactly what a commercial umbrella policy covers.
Posted: Sep 13, 2020
The hardening of the commercial umbrella market has occurred rapidly over the past year, the impact of which could be felt for the next 18 months or more.
Posted: Sep 13, 2020
Getting tattoos, running for mayor and teaching in high schools are all part of a day's work for independent agents leading their communities.
Posted: Sep 13, 2020
Today, Senate Republicans’ proposal to provide $500 billion in COVID-19 relief falls short in Senate vote.
Posted: Sep 09, 2020
Reviews are key to establishing your agency's online presence. Here are four ways to collect reviews on autopilot.
Posted: Sep 08, 2020
Conversational artificial intelligence enhances the customer experience and is key to agents remaining competitive in today's socially distanced world.
Posted: Sep 07, 2020
Would an e-bike, which is propelled by the user and the rider's power is "amplified" by the electric motor, find some coverage under the ISO HO-3 policy?
Posted: Sep 03, 2020
Health care organizations are an attractive target for cyber threats because of the sensitive information they hold. The digital migration forced by the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated these risks.
Posted: Sep 02, 2020
Handling challenging client conversations comes with the territory when working as a customer service agent. Here are four strategies to create a better experience.
Posted: Sep 02, 2020
Certain terms and phrases within the insurance industry are misused, leading clients to believe they are getting something they are not.
Posted: Sep 01, 2020
To prevent buyer confusion, selling teams must come to the table with a unified goal in mind. Here are three ways to focus the team to create a successful experience.
Posted: Aug 31, 2020
Identify strategies companies are using to engage customers, drive innovation and maximize efficiencies during a free webinar to take place Thursday, Sept. 3 at 11 a.m. ET.
Posted: Aug 30, 2020
As warm weather months and fun on the lake continue, make sure your clients’ water-based condos or apartments are insured.
Posted: Aug 30, 2020
The RPS U.S. Transportation Market Outlook examines industry factors such as rates, trends, gaps in coverage and the impact of COVID-19 on the trucking industry.
Posted: Aug 30, 2020
As insurers post their financial results and everyone is curious about the impact of COVID-19, it is important to consider differing accounting rules which can create big differences in results.
Posted: Aug 24, 2020
"Selling classic car insurance is definitely a leg up," says independent agent Kelly Haynes, "because clients call us for their regular auto or homeowners, and they don’t realize their local agent can offer classic car insurance too."
Posted: Aug 23, 2020
As new collector enthusiasts from Generation X and the millennial generation enter the market, agents have a great opportunity to work with an emerging segment.
Posted: Aug 23, 2020
With foot traffic down and remodeling needed to accommodate social distancing, commercial renovations are on the rise.
Posted: Aug 23, 2020
In a situation where everyone’s health is at risk, Big "I" member and independent agent Owen Thomas knew he had to combat the stress of the coronavirus pandemic with a positive twist.
Posted: Aug 17, 2020
Vertafore, an InsurTech company and leading provider of cloud-based software for the property-casualty market, announces it will be acquired by Roper Technologies, Inc.
Posted: Aug 16, 2020
A Big "I" survey of association member agencies reveals the pandemic continues to have a significant impact on day-to-day operations.
Posted: Aug 16, 2020
Federal health care policy, including Medicare for All, continues to be debated in Congress.
Posted: Aug 12, 2020
President Trump took executive action on Saturday in an attempt to provide temporary relief to millions of Americans facing financial hardship due to the coronavirus.
Posted: Aug 09, 2020
The deadline to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program loan is Aug. 8. Congress is continuing to work on another COVID-19 relief package that could extend the deadline, but a deal is far from certain.
Posted: Aug 05, 2020