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OCTOBER 15, 2024

One common question is whether the contractor and the property owner can be named insureds on the same Builder’s Risk policy. The answer lies in both parties’ financial interest in the property and how that impacts the insurance policy’s structure. Property owners may also choose to add Premises Liability coverage to the policy.

Policy

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AUGUST 5, 2024

However, if your clients have been lucky enough to come across a rare Illustrator Pikachu Card ( worth over $550,000 ) or a vintage Boba Fett toy ( worth over $500,000 ), they’re going to need an insurance policy that properly covers them. This means a specialized collectibles policy. How Do You Insure a Toy Collection?

Broker

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JULY 8, 2024

If you missed our recent 30-minute webinar, “Hotel Primary Insurance: A Check-In to Success for Insurance Brokers,” don’t worry. Hear from industry experts as they discuss critical differences in Hotel Primary policies and key risks to consider. A: No, our policy does not exclude human trafficking.

Insurance Broker

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

Distinguished has been an outstanding partner, and this expanded collaboration enables us to better serve brokers in the community association sector,” said Greg Douglas, President of Berkley Program Specialists. Together, our combined expertise ensures brokers can offer tailored, top-tier solutions backed by two industry leaders.”

Crime

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OCTOBER 30, 2024

While Builder’s Risk policies for both types of projects offer similar coverage, such as insuring for damage to the structure from fire, theft, and other covered perils, there are important distinctions between residential and commercial coverage. We offer 3-, 6-, 9-, or 12-month policies, with extensions available upon review.

Commercial

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

Notify your insurer and broker as soon as possible, detailing how, when, and where the loss occurred and what property may be damaged. Review Your Insurance Coverage – Take the time to examine your liability insurance policy to confirm that it includes volunteer coverage.

Protection

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

Unlike competitors retreating from the market due to aggregation risks, our Fine Art and Collectibles insurance program brings fresh capacity and a willingness to underwrite policies tailored to Californias unique challenges. Many carriers encourage clients to insure their collections with specific Fine Art and Collectibles policies.

Protection

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AUGUST 26, 2024

However, a general rule of thumb for Builder’s Risk is to expect a policy to cost anywhere from 1-5% of the total project cost. Who Needs to be Insured by a Builder’s Risk Policy? Developers : In larger commercial projects, developers need to be included on the policy. Access our online Broker Portal.

Risk

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Who Needs to be Insured by a Builder’s Risk Policy in Alabama? For a Builder’s Risk policy anywhere in the United States, it’s important everyone with a financial stake in the project be named in the policy. Cost of the project : The larger the project’s TIV, the more expensive a policy will be.  

Risk

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DECEMBER 2, 2024

Public art insurance is a specialized insurance policy designed to provide coverage to all artwork or valuable collectibles owned or loaned to a public institution.  For instance, a city could take out a public art insurance policy that would cover any artwork, historical artifacts, or even outdoor sculptures owned by that city.

Deductible

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Different Builder’s Risk insurance policies vary from one insurance carrier to another.  Typically speaking, Builder’s Risk policies will cost anywhere from 1-5% of the total project cost. Who Should be Named in a Builder’s Risk Policy? Naturally, they must be named on the policy. Access our online Broker Portal.

Risk

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JULY 29, 2024

Types of Valuations Insurance policies can be written on an agreed value/scheduled or blanket basis. If it’s a piece that increases in value, as with contemporary art and any high-value fine art collection, the agreed value in the policy could fall significantly short of its market value. Think Warhol, Banksy, and Haring.

Broker-Agent

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JANUARY 7, 2025

We cover both owned and loaned exhibits, with adjustable policy terms to accommodate planned exhibitions. These collections require layered policies to address complex ownership structures and geographic distribution. Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.

Broker-Agent

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AUGUST 12, 2024

Our Builder’s Risk policies come standard with all of the most important coverages your clients will need to protect their under-construction properties.  Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk Insurance policies are customized based on the needs and situations of your clients. How Much Does Builder’s Risk Cost in Georgia?

Risk

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

For example, this has been ongoing since COVID but continues to have an impact – labor and product supply, and how that impacts whether we can extend a policy depending on the circumstances. Our max policy term is 24 months total, meaning the 24 months includes the initial policy term plus all extensions.

Risk

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JULY 22, 2024

Unfortunately, these unique risks are rarely appropriately covered by standard homeowner insurance policies. Avid collectors who rely on their homeowner’s policy are likely to encounter low coverage limits — if their collectibles are covered at all. For most, this will mean a collectibles policy.

Insurer

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OCTOBER 1, 2024

Register your agency with us to get your clients access to our exclusive private collections policies (if you haven’t done so already). Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. Then, complete an application form and submit it through our online portal.  

Broker-Agent

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The risk transfer is essentially from the insured to the insurer, with no expectation of reimbursement from the insured for claims paid out, except in cases of fraud or violation of policy terms. Insurance Products: In insurance, when a claim is filed, the insurer evaluates the claim based on the policy’s terms and conditions.

Claim

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Commercial General Liability policies typically have specific exclusions for intellectual property violations, including copyright, trademark, and patent infringement, and the Umbrella policy follows suit. Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.

License

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JANUARY 28, 2025

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. Management liability insurance is a product that agents and wholesale brokers should be offering all of their clients.

Liability Insurance