May 7, 2019
With Rising Water Comes Rising Rates
A New Attempt to Rescue the NFIP Looms as Another Reauthorization Approaches With the upcoming expiration of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) looming, flood…
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March 11, 2019
Why It’s Never Too Late to Make a Career Change for Insurance Producers
For insurance producers with an entrepreneurial spirit, a traditional corporate agency may seem limiting. The lack of equity interest in their book, decision-making power, and stock…
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February 28, 2019
Can Nighttime Climbs for Tower Technicians Be Made Less Risky?
The job for telecommunications tower technicians is a dangerous one under perfect conditions. When conditions are less than ideal, the risks become life-threatening. In January…
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January 30, 2019
Three Technology Trends Impacting the P&C Insurance Industry in 2019
For 2019, what are the emerging trends for the property and casualty insurance industry? Evolving technology, terrorism, natural disasters, and increasing threats of cyberattacks present…
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December 30, 2018
True Freedom Is a Rare Find for Insurance Producers
Most corporate agencies are similar in their compensation model development. They typically feature higher commissions for new business compared to renewals with limited stock and…
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November 30, 2018
Beware of Insurance Fraud Scams
Insurance fraud has been around as long as insurance itself. In early 2018, Florida’s Department of Financial Services’ Disaster Fraud Action Strike Team (DFAST) announced…
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October 30, 2018
Emerging Risks: Unprotected Digital Assets
Unprotected digital assets present an exposed risk in property and casualty insurance that few in the industry have noticed. However, founder and director of IoT…
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August 22, 2018
The Increasing Awareness of EPLI Exposure
Accounts of misconduct and inappropriate workplace behavior plagued headlines through 2017 and well into 2018, and as a result, employers are becoming more aware of…
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July 24, 2018
What Risks Do Caterers Face?
Catering is not like every other business. You have to decide not only where the food will be prepared, but also where it will be…
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July 10, 2018
10 Tips to Lower Your Homeowners Insurance
When purchasing a first home, people often are overwhelmed by unexpected costs. In addition to the mortgage, there are many other expenses to consider such…
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June 6, 2018
What Impact Could Artificial Intelligence (AI) Have on P&C Insurance?
A recent report from Allianz discusses the impact the P&C insurance industry and society at large will see from artificial intelligence (AI), including adjustments to the way…
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May 21, 2018
Do I Need Insurance for My Boat or Jet Ski?
When summer comes, many of us enjoy spending days out on the water. Whether you own a boat, Jet Ski, or other type of watercraft,…
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March 9, 2018
IRS Reduces 2018 Family Contribution Limit for HSAs
On March 5, 2018, the IRS released its Internal Revenue Bulletin No. 2018-10 announcing a $50 reduction in the maximum amount a family can contribute to its health savings…
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March 1, 2018
5 Reasons Why You Should Work with an Insurance Producer
Selecting the right personal insurance for your automobile, health, home, and other areas of life can be complicated. Purchasing insurance is not like buying bread…
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January 29, 2018
Changing Tides: A Trend to Limit the Power of Noncompetes
Last year changed the tide on noncompete agreements in the United States. Many states, including California, Connecticut, Illinois, New York, Rhode Island, and Utah have enacted laws or…
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January 16, 2018
Autonomous Vehicles Bring Disruption and Short-Term Opportunity
The safety and stability provided by autonomous vehicles can make insurers question the benefits they provide the industry. A recent study by Accenture and Stevens Institute…
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January 10, 2018
How to Handle Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreements
Did you know you could earn almost $100,000 more a year with a different compensation model? Without the fear of losing your book of business…
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December 22, 2017
Preparing for Potential Insurance Regulation Changes
Although most insurers are working toward stricter risk management initiatives and regulatory compliance now, potential regulatory changes could pose more of a challenge in 2018…
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July 10, 2017
You’re More Than Just Bench Strength
Reports on the market and blogs about the insurance industry regularly address the changing market and trends relating to M&A, but they don’t often look…
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June 13, 2017
6 Questions to Ask Before Your Next Move
As you’re looking for a new opportunity to advance your career as an insurance producer, finding the right agency for your future can be the…
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