Woman insurance agent taking pictures of broken car on mobile phone closeup. Estimating cost of vehicle damage conceptmegaflopp – stock.adobe.com More insurance companies are investing in modern digital technologies to reduce their costs, increase revenue and stay competitive. In fact, the top sources for cost reduction among insurers today involve […]
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The insurance agencies prioritize clients’ best interests and deliver accurate information for exceptional service. FREMONT, CA: Insurance agency management is a multifaceted endeavor that requires a delicate balance of skills, values, and strategies. In a constantly evolving industry, where customer demands and competition are relentless, the key to agency success lies […]
When it comes to insuring your home, one of the most critical steps is getting coverage that accurately reflects the value of your property, commonly known as insurance to value. If the value of your home is underestimated when you get a policy, you risk being underinsured at the time […]
The management of insurance companies is, in essence, managing its people. Regulators certainly seem to agree, as evidenced by a series of regulatory documents issued by the general office of the now-abolished China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission (CBIRC), including the Measures for the Regulation of Internet Insurance Business, the […]
Employer-sponsored health insurance is growing costlier in the US, according to new data. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)’s 25th Employer Health Benefits Survey, the average annual premium for employer-sponsored health insurance as of July 2023 was $8,435 for individual coverage and $23,968 for family coverage, marking a 7% […]
FSRA issues tough new licensing suitability requirements TORONTO, Nov. 21, 2023 /CNW/ – To better protect consumers, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) has proposed Guidance that clearly sets out the requirements to be suitable to hold a life insurance agent licence in Ontario. FSRA wants to ensure […]
The agent’s scheme began unraveling when the state’s Disaster Fraud Action Strike Team was approached by a policyholder who attempted to file an insurance claim in the wake of Hurricane Ian only to be told that his multi-family property had no coverage. Credit: andranik123/Adobe Stock A Florida insurance agent is […]
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The insurance crisis in Florida and the financial pain that it’s spreading is hitting almost everyone, including the Palm Beach County mayor. County Mayor Gregg Weiss said it was a phone call that changed everything. “I got a call from my insurance agent, and she says your windstorm [coverage] is […]
Insurance is a scam. I’ve heard that more times than I can count on my two hands in the last few months. I can’t help but empathize as I know as well as you, the cost of goods is increasing on almost every purchase. As insurance agents assist consumers in navigating […]
Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon is reminding Louisiana residents that open enrollment for health insurance coverage is November 1, 2023, through January 15, 2024. During this time, families can review their options and choose a plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Rate filings for plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace show […]
Our team has been writing about long-term care insurance for nearly a decade. After extensive research, we’ve determined that Nationwide, Mutual of Omaha and New York Life are among the best long-term care insurance providers in the industry. This analysis is based on factors such as customer satisfaction ratings, financial […]
Kasey LaBrie, a dynamic insurance agent hailing from Buffalo, NY, has embarked on a remarkable journey that spans the realms of insurance, modeling, and pageantry. She has recently clinched the coveted title of Mrs. Erie County International 2024, marking a significant milestone in her evolving career. Kasey’s mission extends beyond […]
A south Florida insurance agent has been charged with absconding with more than $130,000 in premiums, leaving property owners uninsured after Hurricane Ian. Naser Al-Sweity, of Boca Raton, was booked into Palm Beach County jail this week on charges of fraud, misappropriation of insurance funds and fraudulent use of identification […]
Unlike independent insurance agents, who are able to offer policies to their customers from a number of companies, captive agents work for one specific insurer. Photo: boonchok/Adobe Stock Editor’s note: This column is part of PropertyCasualty360’s Foundations of P&C Insurance series, which aims to bring new insurance professionals up to […]
With the price of premiums doubling the past few years, some Florida homeowners are choosing to go without property insurance, figuring that the savings are worth the risk of going bare in a hurricane-prone state. “We are seeing many people doing this,” said Sunem Hernandez, of Hernandez Insurance, an independent […]
Dr. Raymond Weaver was a man of great energy who engaged in several professional activities during his life. Born in 1899 on his father’s successful Lone Elm Stock Farm approximately three miles west of Enon, Weaver came of age the youngest of six children and attended the local one-room Grant […]
Our experts answer readers’ insurance questions and write unbiased product reviews (here’s how we assess insurance products). In some cases, we receive a commission from our partners; however, our opinions are our own. Travelers Insurance offers home, auto, recreational, and other insurance for comprehensive coverage at affordable rates across the […]
Villeneuve, the driving force behind Agent BuilderTM, IFC’s custom staff augmentation solution, will nurture the development of future agents and advisors and support hiring needs for independent agencies COON RAPIDS, Minn., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — IFC National Marketing (IFC), the fastest-growing insurance marketing organization (IMO) in the Midwest, is pleased […]
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile firefighter Nik Robert has handmade 120 bowls for the annual “Art Soup” fundraiser. The fundraiser will take place Thursday, Nov. 9, from 6-9 p.m. at Crown Hall by Bay Gourmet Catering, 853 Dauphin St., Suite A, in downtown Mobile. Mobile Symphony Orchestra sets ‘Beethoven & […]
News Minnesota crop insurance agent expects “fair amount of claims” based on revenues October 30, 2023 By Mark Dorenkamp Filed Under: Corn, crop insurance, Crops, crops, Drought, Farm Income, Minnesota, News, Risk Management, Soybeans, weather A crop insurance agent who farms in southeast Minnesota suggests lower prices and weather challenges […]