Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in October
In October, new reports from Nationwide and The Hanover revealed widening gaps in insurance coverage and an expanding role for agents helping clients navigate today’s risk environment. Additionally, Agency Nation Radio hit the ground in Las Vegas at Applied Net 2025, where Will Jones, editor-in-chief of Independent Agent magazine, spoke with GEICO on its move into the independent agency channel.
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Here are the five most-read articles on iamagazine.com in October:
5) Medicare Advantage Providers Withdraw and Cut Agent Compensation
By Corey Miller
In response to providers significantly reducing or eliminating agent compensation, the Big “I” voiced its concerns in joint letters to Congress and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
4) Independent Insurance Agency M&A Activity Slows Through Third Quarter
By Olivia Overman
Independent insurance agency mergers and acquisitions slowed in the first three quarters of 2025, a 7% decrease from the same period in 2024.
3) No Deal: NFIP Lapses as Government Shutdown Begins
By Raaed Haddad
A partial federal government shutdown began on Oct. 1, resulting in a lapse of National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) authority.
2) GEICO Talks Independent Agents and Highlights from Applied Net 2025
By Agency Nation
An exclusive interview on GEICO’s move into the independent agency channel, plus insights into Applied Systems’ acquisition of Cytora and more on this special edition of Agency Nation Radio.
1) Rising Homeowners Coverage Gaps Underscore Agents’ Expanding Role
By AnneMarie McPherson Spears
As homeowners contend with inflation, extreme weather and increasingly complex coverage needs, new reports from Nationwide and The Hanover reveal widening gaps in insurance coverage—and an expanding role for agents helping clients navigate today’s risk environment.
Compiled by AnneMarie McPherson Spears, IA news editor.
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