June highlighted 10 young agents making their mark on the insurance industry. And the Big ‘I’ 2026 Market Share Report shows that, despite market headwinds, the independent agency channel is holding strong.
With commercial lines competition intensifying, the onus is on independent agents to present the best picture of a client’s risk.
Commercial operations and financial operations aren’t two separate functions. They’re one system that most agencies have split in half.
While some segments are beginning to show signs of rate relief, any broad-market optimism should be treated with caution.
In many cases, contractors and facility owners may not be fully aware of all their environmental exposures and the insurance solutions available to protect their businesses.
Risk managers for private and school-sponsored summer camps need to understand the risks they face and take appropriate measures to prepare for and protect against accidents that can threaten camp patrons, employees and the business.
Not planning to sell—but thinking ahead? This market brief explains why independent agency owners are re‑examining value, timing and long‑term positioning.
As healthcare costs continue to rise, agents can help employers make changes to health benefit packages to prioritize affordability and ease of administration.
A used car dealer purchased a pickup truck with a falsified title. The truck had been previously totaled. The customer is being prosecuted, but the car dealer wants to file a claim.
Is your agency missing prime chances to write more business due to language barriers? But if you do expand your clientele, are you exposing yourself to increased errors & omissions risks?
