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6 Ways to Protect Buildings from Severe Convective Storms https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/6-ways-to-protect-buildings-from-severe-convective-storms6 Ways to Protect Buildings from Severe Convective Storms As insurers increase their underwriting restrictions to limit storm exposures, risk mitigation is becoming more important than ever for commercial insureds. 4/28/2025 10:10:00 AMCommercial LinesCommercial LinesMarketsSarah Creighton
4 Common Coverage Gaps Agents Should Highlight for Cannabis Clients https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/4-common-coverage-gaps-agents-should-highlight-for-cannabis-clients4 Common Coverage Gaps Agents Should Highlight for Cannabis Clients Cannabis operators are facing increasing operational costs and liability risks and are looking to cut costs wherever they can. 4/28/2025 10:05:00 AMCannabisCannabisMarketsOlivia Overman
4 Insurance Challenges for Section 8 Landlordshttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/4-insurance-challenges-for-section-8-landlords4 Insurance Challenges for Section 8 LandlordsThe guidelines for the federally funded program include maintaining properties in compliance with local housing codes, passing periodic inspections by housing authorities and following strict eviction and lease termination procedures. 4/28/2025 10:00:00 AMCommercial LinesCommercial LinesMarketsDanika Olsen
Cannabis Operators Struggle as Regulations Shift on a State-by-State Basishttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/cannabis-operators-struggle-as-regulations-shift-on-a-state-by-state-basisCannabis Operators Struggle as Regulations Shift on a State-by-State BasisChallenges persist for the cannabis industry due to changes in the regulatory landscape, an increase in product recalls, increasing premiums and industry consolidation.4/21/2025 10:10:00 AMCannabisCannabisMarketsOlivia Overman
Hurricane Coverage From Vortex Insurance Fills Gaps After Hurricanes Helene and Miltonhttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/hurricane-coverage-from-vortex-insurance-fills-gaps-after-hurricanes-helene-and-miltonHurricane Coverage From Vortex Insurance Fills Gaps After Hurricanes Helene and MiltonThe coverage features a data-driven trigger, which removes the need to prove a covered loss or damage.4/21/2025 10:05:00 AMCommercial LinesCommercial LinesMarketsWill Jones
3 Approaches to Protect Against New Risks in Agriculturehttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/3-approaches-to-protect-against-new-risks-in-agriculture3 Approaches to Protect Against New Risks in AgricultureThe uncertainty surrounding tariffs on key trade partners like Canada, Mexico and China have created immediate challenges for U.S. farmers.4/21/2025 10:00:00 AMCommercial LinesCommercial LinesMarketsVan Carlson