In March, Independent Agent magazine saw the Big “I” realize the fruits of its work with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in revising their property insurance requirements for federally backed mortgages.
AccuWeather is predicting between 11 to 16 named storms, including four to seven hurricanes and two to four major hurricanes.
If insurers have better visibility into whether home devices are active and functioning, they could intervene early, resolve installation or connectivity issues and ensure credits reflect genuine mitigation.
Coverage responds to a deepfake event, providing technical analysis by a deepfake forensics firm, legal work to have the deepfake taken down from online platforms and crisis communications support from a public relations firm.
DIY home inspection tools represent a new way for clients to get a faster resolution after a loss, helping eliminate the wait for adjuster availability and giving homeowners more control.
Winter Storm Fern highlighted how quickly winter risks can escalate when cold, ice and infrastructure strain overlap. As winter risks continue to evolve, the agent’s role as educator and advisor has never been more valuable.
The deadly winter storm that swept across the U.S. over the weekend has left at least 12 people dead and thousands of people stranded, with over 19,000 flights canceled during the storm.
The ramifications of the Los Angeles wildfires reinforce the critical reality that insurance must be positioned as one component of resilience, not a complete financial solution.
December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.
From artificial intelligence (AI)-driven operational shifts and dynamic climate modeling to heightened cyber and privacy risks, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of transformation for the insurance industry.
