Independent agent Dan Weedin is noticing “volatility” in the cyber liability insurance market. “The risk and exposure is constantly changing and it’s difficult to keep up with,” he says. “We must stay up to date with the appropriate coverages for perils t
By: Volume 116, No. 10
Here are three stories from independent agents who are taking part in the successful perpetuation of not only their individual businesses, but the independent agency system as a whole.
Your agency is a barn find for a private equity buyer. Consider a staged internal perpetuation to create a legacy and maximize your earnings.
Is there such a thing as too many carrier appointments? Two independent agents debate the issue.
Without a doubt, purchasing or selling an insurance agency triggers additional errors & omissions exposure. What processes can successful agencies employ during a transition in order to help reduce their exposure to E&O claims?
The average recovery time for roof repairs after a sever hailstorm is more than five months, which exacerbates the issues hail poses to property owners.
Dani Kimble spent most of her life building a career in dance. But when a knee injury struck, her doctor advised her to consider a different kind of future. “It was devastating to me at the time, but now, looking back, I feel like it was really a blessing
In today’s hypercompetitive marketplace, it’s imperative that your employees produce. Here are eight tips to rev your sales engine and improve producer performance.
The surety industry is one of the most complex markets in insurance—which makes it a great avenue for independent agents to prove their value. But in a persistent soft market, adding value beyond price is easier said than done.
