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Business Moves: Howden Japan Acquires Holos; Ageas Buys Saga’s Underwriting Biz; BMS Purchases Australian Property Broker; UK’s Direct Line Now Owned by Aviva

Insurance Journal

JULY 2, 2025

Howden Japan Acquires Majority Stake in Retail Broker Holos Howden, the London-based insurance intermediary group, announced it has acquired a majority stake (68.3%) in Holos Holdings Co. a leading retail insurance broker headquartered in Kyoto. Founded in 2001 by …

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Insurance Journal

JUNE 23, 2025

June 18, 2025 — Greenwood General Insurance today announced the official launch of Kaya AI, an artificial intelligence solution designed to streamline ISO class code classification for insurance brokers and underwriters. Monrovia, CA., The tool addresses persistent industry challenges by …

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Ryan Specialty Finalizes Acquisition of USQRisk

Insurance Journal

MAY 2, 2025

Global specialty insurance broker Ryan Specialty has completed the acquisition of USQRisk Holdings, LLC. Operating in New York and London, USQ underwrites non-traditional insurance risks. USQ’s operations will become a part of the alternative risk business within Ryan Specialty. The …

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Business Moves: Howden Acquires Chilean Retail Broker; United Risk Purchases Australian Facultative Reinsurance MGA, Pinnacle Underwriting

Insurance Journal

JUNE 20, 2025

Howden Acquires Chilean Retail Insurance Broker Howden, the London-based insurance intermediary group, announced it has acquired Ureta & Fernandez Corredores de Seguros Limitada (U&F), an independent retail insurance broker headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

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Housing Code Violations in Philadelphia: An Interview with Katie Vespia

Distinguished

MARCH 20, 2025

These resources are invaluable for both property owners and insurance brokers when assessing risk. How do pending or unresolved housing violations affect a property owners ability to obtain insurance? Landlord insurance which covers both liability and property damageis particularly sensitive to housing violations.

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Housing Code Violations in Los Angeles: An Interview with Katie Vespia

Distinguished

MARCH 6, 2025

In Los Angeles, housing code violations present challenges that affect property safety, compliance, and insurance underwriting. We speak with Katie Vespia, President of Distinguisheds Real Estate program , to discuss common violations, associated fines, the resolution process, and how these issues impact insurance coverage.

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London Market Brokers, Associations Welcome Move to Create UK Captive Domicile

Insurance Journal

JULY 15, 2025

The UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced today that the UK will introduce a captive insurance company regime – a decision that was welcomed by brokers and trade associations across the London market. The government aims to deliver …

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ProWriters

MAY 20, 2025

On the other hand, its becoming a powerful tool for insurers, helping to assess risk, detect fraud, and streamline claims. So, where does this leave Cyber Insurance brokers? What This Means for Cyber Insurance Brokers So, wheres the opportunity in all of this? Somewhere between opportunity and uncertainty.

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Simply Insurance

JUNE 15, 2025

DBA Simply Insurance ® in Georgia) " Simply Insurance® is a licensed independent insurance broker and doesnt underwrite any insurance policy described on this website. The information provided on this site has been created by Simply Insurance ® for general, informational, and educational purposes.

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

Distinguished

APRIL 9, 2025

A Managing General Agent (MGA) is a specialized type of insurance intermediary that has underwriting authority granted by an insurer. Unlike agents or brokers, MGAs can bind coverage, price policies, and handle claims they essentially act as an extension of an insurer. How do MGAs Differ From Insurance Brokers?

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Simply Insurance

JUNE 16, 2025

DBA Simply Insurance ® in Georgia) " Simply Insurance® is a licensed independent insurance broker and doesnt underwrite any insurance policy described on this website. The information provided on this site has been created by Simply Insurance ® for general, informational, and educational purposes.

Workers Comp

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Word & Brown Services Empower Independent Brokers

Word & Brown

MAY 19, 2025

To be specific, were here for you from start to finish from prospecting to quoting, enrolling to underwriting, and servicing to renewing. Underwriting Expertise: Our underwriting team works directly with our carrier partners to ensure faster review and approval of your cases.

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Falling Work Comp Rates: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

R&R Insurance

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Involve the insurance carrier and insurance broker to create an annual service plan addressing: Training (employees / supervisors & foremen / safety director) Jobsite inspections (Are we following our policies and documenting all inspections and corrective action?)

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Housing Code Violations in San Francisco: An Interview with Katie Vespia

Distinguished

MARCH 19, 2025

Landlord insurance which covers both liability and property damageis particularly sensitive to housing violations. What role can insurance brokers play in managing these challenges for their clients? Insurance brokers are key in bridging the gap between property maintenance and insurance coverage.

Building

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API 101: Functionality & Benefits for the Insurance Industry

Zywave

MARCH 19, 2025

Data Synchronization – Insurance providers use an average of 5 systems to handle complex processes such as claims, billing, rating, policydistribution, underwriting and more. Source: Novidea ) Eliminate rekeying data as APIs ensure up-to-date client information across all systems, enhancing client management.

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Simply Insurance

JULY 11, 2025

DBA Simply Insurance ® in Georgia) " Simply Insurance® is a licensed independent insurance broker and doesnt underwrite any insurance policy described on this website. The information provided on this site has been created by Simply Insurance ® for general, informational, and educational purposes.

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4 Proven Ways to Educate Clients and Build Customer Loyalty

Word & Brown

JUNE 21, 2025

It is an explanation of the claim, the total charges, what the insurer paid, and the amount due from the policyowner. Underwriting: The insurance company process for evaluating the risks and setting rates. For other ideas on nurturing client relationships, read our other broker blogs. An EOB is not a bill.

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Simply Insurance

JUNE 16, 2025

DBA Simply Insurance ® in Georgia) " Simply Insurance® is a licensed independent insurance broker and doesnt underwrite any insurance policy described on this website. The information provided on this site has been created by Simply Insurance ® for general, informational, and educational purposes.

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Simply Insurance

JUNE 12, 2025

DBA Simply Insurance ® in Georgia) " Simply Insurance® is a licensed independent insurance broker and doesnt underwrite any insurance policy described on this website. The information provided on this site has been created by Simply Insurance ® for general, informational, and educational purposes.

Business Moves: Howden Japan Acquires Holos; Ageas Buys Saga’s Underwriting Biz; BMS Purchases Australian Property Broker; UK’s Direct Line Now Owned by Aviva

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