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Proactive conversations with clients about catastrophe risks can surface potential coverage gaps and open the door to more forward-looking planning.

Agents can help find a way to deliver comprehensive protection and streamlined service to small businesses that face unique challenges.

Agents must strike a balance between recommending suitable coverage and refraining from providing opinions on whether specific losses are covered under a given policy.

“Most insurance companies consider general liability the cornerstone line of business for an account,” says independent agent Brad Berrong. “Normally, if a company does not consider this type of exposure, it will not accept other lines of insurance for that account.”

Consumer litigation activity continues to impact the market adversely, with third-party funding driving additional litigation costs, higher settlements and higher premiums.

As breweries and wineries go green, agents need to translate sustainability initiatives into clear underwriting conversations and protection strategies.

As trusted advisors, agents can identify the trends in specific types of professional services, understand the risks and translate them for their clients

Policyholders can choose from various deductible and co-pay options to balance upfront home insurance costs with long-term savings.

Accounts receivables insurance offers small and medium-sized businesses a critical tool to protect their cash flow and provides financial stability while pricing pressures are difficult to control.

The coverage is designed for a broad range of commercial properties that require substantial limits beyond traditional primary layers.