The Great Wealth Transfer: 5 Risks Agents Need to Address
Too often, conversations center primarily on investment strategy and estate planning. But there’s also real risks that come with a wealth transfer.
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Legal Reforms Begin to Ease Insurance Costs for Consumers
After years of rising insurance costs driven in part by legal system abuse, litigation financing and nuclear verdicts, tort reform is beginning to translate into lower premiums, rate reductions and direct savings for consumers.
How Long Should Carrier Remain on Risk After Terminating Agency Contract?
If an agent in New York no longer represents a carrier, how long does the carrier need to remain on the customer’s risk for auto, home and umbrella?
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.
Reconstruction Costs Decelerate as Personal Lines Premium Increases Slow
While every state saw residential and commercial reconstruction costs increase, premiums for personal auto and homeowners policies show signs of deceleration.
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.
Only 3 in 10 Americans Review Insurance Annually
New Big “I” survey reveals that only 3 in 10 Americans (31%) review or shop for insurance each year, with many waiting until premiums increase, major life changes occur, or coverage issues arise.
7 Trends Transforming Personal Lines
How are shifting trends impacting independent agents’ personal lines strategies? And what do clients want from their insurance relationships? Here are seven trends for the future of personal lines insurance.
Top 10 Most-Read Online Articles in Independent Agent in 2025
Throughout the year, the Big “I” and Independent Agent magazine have been hard at work, examining emerging market trends and helping you be there for your clients with the latest insights.
5 Predictions for the Insurance Industry in 2026
From artificial intelligence (AI)-driven operational shifts and dynamic climate modeling to heightened cyber and privacy risks, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of transformation for the insurance industry.
