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The life settlement industry has come a long way over the last few decades. Adding life settlements to the list of options allows agents to offer a broader range of services to clients.

A landlord asked if he could purchase a renters policy for his renters. However, he requires them to purchase insurance when they sign the lease. Is that possible?

“Don’t just provide hotel owners a quote on insurance. They aren’t risk experts,” says independent agent Mike Barnum. “Help them identify their largest exposures and what can be done to minimize them outside of insurance.”

When considering the two elements of the special events insurance market—property-casualty and contingency—there’s been a real variance in how the market has been impacted.

“I’m seeing more and more women out there [in the insurance industry], just in our own little city alone,” says Sarah Black, co-owner of her independent agency with daughter Jessica Black. “When I first came here over 20 years ago, this was a man’s job. A

Independent agent data ownership is a settled matter. However, in today’s environment, it is important to review your contract language.

As cannabis sales increase exponentially, so too have the number and type of products on the market. As the market grows, here are four things to keep in mind.

The policy provides a comprehensive solution to protect middle-market businesses from costly incidents that aren’t covered under current policies.

The study provides insight into a sector of the industry that has seen a dramatic increase in claims and activity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 has shifted the business environment. Learn how to approach conversations about changing inland marine exposures.