Property Claims Decline as Regional CAT Events Intensify
Local catastrophes caused intense regional volatility, according to Verisk, but overall lower claim volume contributed to the property & casualty industry’s strong first-quarter results.
Flood
New Private Flood Option From Titan and Nationwide
The policy provides flood-only coverage for homes and personal property, protecting homeowners from flood risks not covered by standard homeowners or renters insurance.
Big ‘I’ Releases 2026 Market Share Report
The independent agency channel maintains a strong position amid improving underwriting results.
Flood Risk Moves Inland: How Agents Can Expand the Flood Coverage Conversation
As hurricane season begins, many insurance advisors are spending more time having flood conversations with homeowners living outside traditional coastal markets.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in May
May brought news of moderating pressures in the long-suffering personal lines space, with early signs that increases in reconstruction costs and personal auto premium hikes may be beginning to slow.
Spring Has Sprung: How Agents Can Help Clients With Flood Coverage
Even routine seasonal changes can create meaningful exposure in non-flood zones, making proactive education and coverage reviews key in the spring months.
How Agents Can Help Clients Navigate Growing Flood Risks
As flood risk becomes more complex and less tied to traditional flood maps, agents play a key role in helping customers understand their real exposure.
5 Issues Independent Agents Will Address at the 2026 Big ‘I’ Legislative Conference
Get up to speed on the five key issues that will be the focus of the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference taking place April 22–24 in Washington, D.C.
Over 800,000 Without Power as Deadly Cold Grips the Country
The deadly winter storm that swept across the U.S. over the weekend has left at least 12 people dead and thousands of people stranded, with over 19,000 flights canceled during the storm.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in December
December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.
