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Advantages of a Standalone Jewelry Policy in a Hard Market

September 25, 2023

All claims through homeowners policies, even a single jewelry claim, can have a negative impact on a client’s homeowners or renters policy.

BriteCo Launches Independent Agent Jewelry Program

May 15, 2023

With zero deductibles, the policy covers up to 125% of the insured limit for jewelry and includes automated value updates based on real-time market prices.

3 Ways Better Quality Risk Data Strengthens Underwriter Relationships

March 15, 2023

Today, agents are under more pressure than ever to make profitable risk submissions to underwriters, despite unpredictable weather patterns making property proposals more difficult to predict.

Umbrella and Excess Market Update: Reinsurance, Large Settlements Driving Up Cost

March 6, 2023

Carriers are targeting rate increases of 8% or so on their books, with most of the increase needing to come in the lead layer.

Insuring Jewelry: Homeowners, Personal Articles Floater or Standalone Policy

February 13, 2023

Jewlery is a popular gift for Valentine’s Day. Make sure your client’s new investment is protected no matter what.

Breeze Launches Paid Parental Leave Insurance

January 30, 2023

The length of parental leave covered can be between 6 and 16 weeks, and the percentage of salary to be replaced during leave can be 50%-100%.

3 Ways to Mitigate Personal Lines Risk During the Holiday Season

December 14, 2022

No matter which holidays your client celebrates, independent agents can use this time as an opportunity to reengage and ensure they have safety top of mind.

How the Standalone Canine Liability Policy Helps With Dog Bite Exposures

September 29, 2022

Dog-related claims are taking a bite out of insurer profitability, so underwriting standards are becoming more stringent.

Are Your Clients’ In-Home Systems Protected?

September 28, 2022

When home systems break down, the costs to repair or replace even one of them can run well into the thousands.

4 Personal Lines Risks Agents Can Help Clients Avoid This Fall

September 14, 2022

From travel insurance to home or auto liability, autumn presents numerous opportunities to communicate with clients outside of renewing a policy or filing a claim.

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