Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in April

By: AnneMarie McPherson Spears
May 5, 2026

April brought the end of an era as the Safeco brand retired after more than a century, with Liberty Mutual taking up the mantle as a more recognizable brand to further the impact of the independent agent channel.

Meanwhile, Big “I” University faculty experts answered an agent’s question about a personal property theft. Independent Agent also covered the impact of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on the insurance industry.

The month ended with the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference, where members were recognized for their impact on the association, the industry and their communities.

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Here are the five most-read articles on iamagazine.com in April:

5) Outstanding Big ‘I’ Members Recognized

By Will Jones and Olivia Overman

This week in Washington, D.C., the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference set the stage for celebrating standout members who embody the very best of the Big “I.”

4) El Niño to Shape 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season

By Will Jones

AccuWeather is predicting between 11 and 16 named storms, including four to seven hurricanes and two to four major hurricanes.

3) DFC, Chubb Maritime Reinsurance Plan Doubles to $40 Billion with 6 New Partners

By Will Jones

The expansion comes as the United States, Israel and Iran agreed this week to a temporary ceasefire, easing immediate fears of further escalation in the Gulf.

2) Is Personal Property Stolen From a Storage Facility Subject to a 10% Limit?

By the Big “I” Virtual University

An insured wants to downsize. They sell their house, move in with in-laws and buy a tenant homeowners policy with a Coverage C limit of $105,400. However, thieves break into the storage facility and steal everything.