7 Trends Transforming Personal Lines
How are shifting trends impacting independent agents’ personal lines strategies? And what do clients want from their insurance relationships? Here are seven trends for the future of personal lines insurance.
Technology and Tools
ChatGPT and Insurify Launch Auto Insurance Comparison App
Insurify, an online insurance comparison platform, released a ChatGPT app that allows users to browse, research and compare auto insurance directly through the artificial intelligence (AI) platform’s new app library.
5 Predictions for the Insurance Industry in 2026
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.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in November
Articles examined the trend of expanding telematics data, strategies to prevent errors & omissions claims after a merger or acquisition, and how artificial intelligence (AI) can cause E&O exposures.
Auto Theft Is Evolving: How Agents Can Help Clients Stay Ahead
As social media continues to make car theft trendy, agents can help clients get up to speed on the latest anti-theft technology.
4 in 5 Parents of Teen Drivers Would Enroll Child in Telematics Program
Less than half of parents rate their teen’s driving as good or excellent, according to Nationwide, with some parents reporting their teen’s unsafe driving behaviors, including styling their hair or even watching videos.
Parents Are Key in Teen Driver Safety
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) recently launched a public awareness campaign on the importance of parents encouraging teens to be safe behind the wheel.
Driver Overconfidence Is Making Distracted Driving Worse
Most drivers believe other motorists’ driving behaviors are bad and getting worse, according to Nationwide. Yet most rate their own driving very highly, despite participating in the same risky behaviors.
4 Auto Insurance Studies Agents Should Read
Increasing auto insurance premiums have been a concern over the past couple of years. Here are four insurance reports agents can use when discussing the market with clients.
How Agents and Carriers Can Play a Role in Reducing Distracted Driving
With distracted driving a leading cause of road accidents, agents can educate customers about the dangers and offer incentives for positive driving behavior.
