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Mastering Inland Marine Insurance: A Broker’s Guide

Distinguished

MAY 6, 2025

Without inland marine coverage, these businesses would face significant financial losses that standard property insurance doesnt cover. Despite its name, inland marine insurance has nothing to do with boats. What is Inland Marine Insurance? Who Needs Inland Marine Insurance?

Inland Marine Insurance

Inland Marine Insurance Inland Marine Marine Insurer

Distinguished Programs Commercial Surety Division Is Now Open For Business

Distinguished

JUNE 25, 2025

NEW YORK — Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program administrator known for its specialty offerings, has officially launched its Commercial Surety division and is now open for business. Ferreira serves as President of Commercial Surety and is joined by Brian Peters as Vice President.

Commercial

Commercial Inland Marine Workers Compensation Broker

Distinguished Programs Commercial Surety Division Is Now Open For Business

Distinguished

JUNE 25, 2025

NEW YORK — Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program administrator known for its specialty offerings, has officially launched its Commercial Surety division and is now open for business. Ferreira serves as President of Commercial Surety and is joined by Brian Peters as Vice President.

Commercial

Commercial Inland Marine Workers Compensation Broker

What is a Managing General Agent (MGA) in Insurance?

Distinguished

APRIL 9, 2025

Unlike agents or brokers, MGAs can bind coverage, price policies, and handle claims they essentially act as an extension of an insurer. An MGA bridges the gap between insurers and distribution channels like agents, brokers, and online platforms, particularly in specialized insurance markets, such as hotels, landlords, or restaurants.

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Agents Broker-Agent Broker Underwriter

Landlord Insurance: Costs and Coverages in the City

Distinguished

JULY 7, 2025

Insurance agents and brokers looking to get more business from landlord clients will need access to a program that can insure multiple units or buildings, including a mix of landlord, commercial, and tenant-occupied spaces. It can also include commercial, personal use, or rented units.

Building

Building Insurer Insured Insurance

Does Builder’s Risk Coverage Differ for Residential vs. Commercial Construction Projects?

Distinguished

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Builder’s Risk insurance is critical for residential and commercial construction projects, as it covers the property during construction or renovation. Commercial construction can also involve higher total insurable value (TIV) and more complex coverage needs. We’ll get back to you with a quote.

Commercial

Commercial Risk Broker-Agent Building

Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance: Q&A For Brokers

Distinguished

OCTOBER 1, 2024

If you missed our recent webinar, “Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance: Q&A for Brokers,” don’t worry. A: We are currently available for commercial policies in California, but we do expect to have approval for personal collections very soon. Brokers with similar accounts are welcome to send them in for review.

Broker

Broker Broker-Agent Inland Marine Insurer

Distinguished Launches Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance for Personal Collections in California with $125M Capacity and Earthquake Coverage

Distinguished

DECEMBER 19, 2024

This expansion provides comprehensive coverage for both personal collections and commercial clients, including collectors , galleries, museums, corporate collections, municipalities and institutions. “Our earthquake coverage and high-capacity limits are critical to making us a trusted partner for brokers and clients alike.”

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Broker-Agent Inland Marine Broker Insurer

Distinguished Programs Appoints Ashley Mehyo as VP of Claims for Fine Art and Collectibles Program

Distinguished

AUGUST 27, 2024

Before joining Distinguished , Ashley served as Claims Supervisor at Berkley Asset Protection, where she oversaw the accuracy and efficiency of claims , including those related to Jewelers Block, Personal Jewelry, Fine Art, Specie, and Commercial Property. View a full list of our programs and submit business with Distinguished.

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Claim Broker-Agent Inland Marine Commercial Property

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Michigan: Online Quotes, Coverages, and Costs

Distinguished

AUGUST 26, 2024

Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk Program covers all kinds of buildings in Michigan, including single-family homes , mixed-use buildings , and commercial properties. Developers : In larger commercial projects, developers need to be included on the policy. Access our online Broker Portal. Reach out to our team — we are here to help. 

Risk

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Builder’s Risk Insurance in Georgia: Coverages, Costs, and More

Distinguished

AUGUST 12, 2024

We’ll explore the wide range of projects covered, from single-family homes to commercial buildings, and examine the comprehensive coverages that protect your clients’ investments. Broad appetite : Get coverage for single-family homes, commercial buildings, and mixed-use clients all in one place.

Risk

Risk Broker-Agent Insurer Insured

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Alabama: A Broker’s Guide

Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This includes projects that involve: Betterments Renovations New Construction We also insure a variety of building types, including single-family homes , mixed-use buildings , and commercial properties. If you want a quote for your client today, sign up with us and submit your business online through our Broker Portal.

Risk

Risk General Liability Broker-Agent Insurer

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Tennessee: A Broker’s Guide

Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Whether it’s a construction project for a single-family home , a mixed-use building , or a commercial property, Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk Program has got it covered. Developers : In larger commercial projects, developers need to be included in the policy. Access our online Broker Portal.

Risk

Risk Broker-Agent Insurer Insured

The Beat Doesn’t Go On as Lawsuits Hit Hospitality Industry for Copyright Infringement

Distinguished

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Copyright Act According to the United States Copyright Act, the public playing of copyrighted music at commercial places such as hotels , restaurants , and bars requires licensing. Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.

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Mastering Inland Marine Insurance: A Broker’s Guide

Distinguished Programs Commercial Surety Division Is Now Open For Business

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Distinguished Programs Commercial Surety Division Is Now Open For Business

What is a Managing General Agent (MGA) in Insurance?

Landlord Insurance: Costs and Coverages in the City

Does Builder’s Risk Coverage Differ for Residential vs. Commercial Construction Projects?

Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance: Q&A For Brokers

Distinguished Launches Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance for Personal Collections in California with $125M Capacity and Earthquake Coverage

Distinguished Programs Appoints Ashley Mehyo as VP of Claims for Fine Art and Collectibles Program

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Michigan: Online Quotes, Coverages, and Costs

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Georgia: Coverages, Costs, and More

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Alabama: A Broker’s Guide

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Tennessee: A Broker’s Guide

The Beat Doesn’t Go On as Lawsuits Hit Hospitality Industry for Copyright Infringement

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