Smart Insurance Agents

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Short Term Health Insurance Illinois: No longer available as of January 1, 2025. STLD Plans – As of January 1, 2025, Short-term Limited Duration Plans are no longer permitted to be sold in Illinois, helping to ensure that residents are not misled about whether they are purchasing comprehensive health insurance.

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Smart Insurance Agents

OCTOBER 16, 2024

A medical health insurance broker helps you choose the best health insurance plan tailored to your needs. Unlike agents tied to one insurer, brokers work with multiple companies to give you unbiased options. What is a medical health insurance broker?

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Jackson & Jackson

APRIL 29, 2024

Commercial property insurance is a significant expense for property investors and owners. This article outlines practical tips and strategies to help commercial property owners in California minimize their insurance expenses while maintaining adequate protection for their investments.

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Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

We sat down with Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk insurance expert, Susan DeCarlo, to discuss common factors that can lead to declinations in our program, how to avoid them, and key risk considerations. What are some of the key factors you consider when determining appropriate coverage limits and deductibles?

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Distinguished

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Our Fine Art and Collectibles Program offers public art insurance that is designed to safeguard these cultural treasures, ensuring they can continue to inspire and engage for generations to come. What is Public Art Insurance? Why Choose Specialized Public Art Insurance? What Does Public Art Insurance Cover?

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American Agents Alliance

MARCH 19, 2025

Data-driven decision making can help improve retention rates by helping agents understand policyholder behavior and make adjustments proactively, before customers shop for other options. Here are some ways agents can use data analytics to improve retention rates. They may also need homeowners coverage and life insurance.

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Smart Insurance Agents

AUGUST 29, 2024

Key Takeaways Small business health insurance provides group coverage for employees, offering more comprehensive and affordable options compared to individual plans. Offering health insurance enhances employee retention, attracts top talent, and can lead to financial advantages and reduced workplace absenteeism.

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American Agents Alliance

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

One of the most challenging and unpredictable issues facing the insurance industry lately is social inflation. This trend describes the phenomenon of unexpected rising insurance claim costs because of societal trends and views toward litigation. Learn more about social inflation and E&O risks and how to manage these concerns.

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Jackson & Jackson

MAY 23, 2024

Discover practical strategies and money-saving tips for small business insurance in California. How to Save Money on Small Business Insurance in California Running a small business in California can be both exciting and challenging. However, finding affordable small business insurance can sometimes be an uphill battle.

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Jackson & Jackson

MAY 22, 2024

Investors must understand the importance of securing comprehensive commercial property insurance coverage to protect their investments. “Understanding Multi-Family Property Insurance” Commercial property insurance is a vital safeguard for property owners, protecting their assets against various risks.

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Word & Brown

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In your role as a broker and consultant for your individual and business insurance clients, you want to be sure you’re able to provide the personal service they want, while also doing what’s necessary to nurture a long-term relationship. HMOs may require a pre-authorization referral to see a specialist.

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Distinguished

JULY 22, 2024

Unfortunately, these unique risks are rarely appropriately covered by standard homeowner insurance policies. In this guide, we’ll explore the world of collectibles insurance: what it covers, how it differs from standard homeowners policies, and why it’s essential for serious collectors. What is Collectibles Insurance?

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Smart Insurance Agents

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Looking for help with choosing the right medical insurance? A broker for medical insurance can simplify the process. In this article, we’ll explain the benefits of using a broker, how to find a reliable one, and key questions you should ask. Get ready to make informed health coverage decisions.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Jackson & Jackson

APRIL 28, 2024

Investing in property in California is a significant financial decision, and safeguarding your assets with the right insurance is crucial. However, many property investors, especially those new to the field, fall into common traps with their insurance choices. In California, consider adding earthquake and flood insurance.

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Word & Brown

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

According to reporting last year by KFF (the independent source for health policy research, polling, and journalism formerly known as the Kaiser Family Foundation) data from insurers for Affordable Care Act Marketplace plans show nearly 17% of in-network claims were denied in 2021. This amount includes all plan types (e.g.,

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Distinguished

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Protecting these assets in the state requires specialized insurance solutions considering earthquake and wildfire risks. Additionally, Californias homeowners insurance market has become quite challenging, with significant collections absorbing much of those policies capacity.

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Word & Brown

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

One of the most popular ancillary products in the employee benefits marketplace is Dental insurance. According to research by the KFF, formerly known as the Kaiser Family Foundation, among employers offering insurance benefits in 2023, 90% of small firms and 94% of large firms offered a Dental program to workers. Below are nine tips.

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Property Insurance Centre

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Top Building Insurance Pitfalls Here are some common pitfalls to avoid when getting building insurance in the UK: – Underinsuring. Insure your building at the amount that it will cost to rebuild it and not at the current market value when securing block of flats insurance. – Not considering inflation.

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Risk Management Monitor

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

With the cost of insurance for businesses rising across many types of coverage, staying on top of trends in the claims portfolio is more important than ever. For this reason, many insurers and TPAs promise to conduct claims reviews with their business customers on a regular basis, but the rigor can vary greatly.

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Cover4LetProperty

OCTOBER 10, 2022

That is to say, you (or your agent) are without a criminal record and have no convictions for breaching landlord laws, regulations, or codes of practice. You might also want to consult a letting agent about a realistic rent for the property you are offering. Do I need landlord’s insurance? Further reading: Guide to Tenancies.

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Jackson & Jackson

MARCH 18, 2024

However, just like any valuable possession, protecting them with the right insurance policy is crucial. In this guide, we will explore the importance of luxury handbag insurance, its coverage, how to choose the right policy, and the steps to insure your cherished bags. “Why Insure Your Luxury Handbags?”

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Burand’s Agency E&O

APRIL 24, 2014

6, 2013), the first E&O suits have been filed against an insurance company for allegedly misleading a consumer into changing their health insurance deductible and thereby obviating the grandfathering clause … ACA Grandfathering Disclaimer. According to the Wall Street Journal (Nov.

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Smart Insurance Agents

AUGUST 19, 2024

Understanding Medicare Supplement Dental Insurance Plans Original Medicare includes Part A, which is hospital insurance, and Part B, which is medical insurance. The Basics of Medicare: What It Covers Medicare Part A is also known as hospital insurance. These plans come from private insurance companies.

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Distinguished

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The surety is entitled to recover any losses incurred from the principal, emphasizing surety bonds as instruments of credit rather than insurance. The Surety : A third party, often an insurance company, that provides the surety bond, guaranteeing the principal’s performance to the obligee.

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American Agents Alliance

AUGUST 22, 2024

By Mark Robinson A major shift is coming to automobile insurance coverage in California. For insurance agents, it is critical to understand the implications of these new requirements and proactively communicate with clients as the changes approach. What Should Be Top of Mind for Agents? Why Are Limits Being Increased?

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ProWriters

APRIL 17, 2024

One key step is making sure clients have adequate coverage options for bodily injury in their Cyber Liability Insurance policies. We at ProWriters can help you understand the risk, explain it to your clients, and secure the Cyber Insurance policies that provide the protection they need.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Distinguished

MARCH 25, 2025

For insurance professionals, it can be challenging to understand why these seemingly simple objects can command such high valuations. In short, their value is highly subjective and requires expertise and connections beyond most insurance agents or brokers. How Much Does Collectibles Insurance Cost for Antique Duck Decoys?

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