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Playing college football gave Owen Thomas a competitive spirit that makes the insurance industry a perfect career: “I love the challenge and the freedom.”

In the wake of the 2008 recession, collections are no longer just hobbies—they’re valuable assets. Are you certain your classic car clients have coverage that will protect their vehicles to their full market value?

For independent agent Ryan Sussman, the classic car market offers a client stable of “relationship people” who appreciate the value of the personal touch.

Due to clogged drains, rain gets in through a vehicle’s closed sunroof, damaging the interior. Can the carrier deny the claim based on wear and tear?

Corbin Jackson, a 24-year-old agency owner, advises others in the industry to “know how you’re going to differentiate yourself.”

As a crop insurance agent in Iowa, Jaime Hopkins believes the process works best when both the Farm Service Agency and independent agents are involved.

At the time of a loss, which state determines UM/UIM coverage limits? And who is subject to UM/UIM policy exclusions?

Ashley Fitzsimmons, a fourth-generation independent agent who gets to know her clients on a personal level, says she doesn’t have time to be lazy.

John Borja believes independent agencies should worry less about finding the “ideal insurance broker” and more about molding new recruits to fit their culture.

Since starting an independent agency with his wife about a decade ago, Shane Page says small businesses and the owners who run them are the “building blocks” of the business.