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Crime Insurance vs. Cyber Insurance: What’s Covered and Where Do They Overlap?

June 5, 2023

As lines blur between digital and real-life risks, here are examples of losses that each policy covers and why organizations should obtain the broadest protection possible.

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.

Crime Insurance Vs. Cyber Insurance: What’s Covered and Where Do They Overlap?

May 15, 2023

As the lines blur between digital and real-life risks, the best practice for establishing all-around protection and limiting losses is building a robust coverage model that includes both crime insurance and cyber insurance policies.

3 Strategies to Unlock Insights from Employee Benefits Data

May 10, 2023

Used correctly, this data can prompt real, actionable insights that lead to better financial decisions, higher retention, better recruitment, improved company culture and more.

Get Your Feet Wet Selling Specialty Insurance

May 8, 2023

Learn five tips to dive into this profitable market and reel in more business from existing home and auto accounts.

Selective Expands Management Liability Suite

May 1, 2023

Coverage highlights include defense beyond the standard limits, automatic inclusion of third parties and full prior acts coverage.

Protect Every Stage of a Shipment’s Journey

May 1, 2023

Marine cargo insurance covers goods while they’re in transit along waterways. But what about when property or assets are in land transit?

Protect Cargo on Land and at Sea

April 24, 2023

Marine cargo and inland marine coverage provide extra peace of mind and protection when shipping goods.

Stop Being an Agency Owner and Start Being an Agency Leader

April 19, 2023

Here are three reasons why independent agency owners must evolve into agency leaders to ensure their future success.

3 Ways Agents Can Help Clients Understand Flood Insurance Coverage

April 17, 2023

Despite the frequency of flooding, inflation and an uncertain economic outlook can make flood insurance a difficult sell.

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