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Weekly Dispatch: March 30, 2023

Weekly Dispatch: March 30, 2023

Global warming and inflation are having an affect on the insurance industry. Report: Cryptocurrency-based crime reached unparalleled heights in 2021. PIACT elected new officers, directors at its Annual Convention last week. This election year, all 120 legislative seats in New Jersey are on the ballot—see how the races are shaping up in your district. And, PIANY’s priority “bait-and-switch” and photo inspection bills pass state Assembly. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Trends in cryptocurrency insurance

Trends in cryptocurrency insurance

With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, the world had to grapple with both a public health and economic catastrophe. Therefore, it doesn’t seem coincidental that through the surge in remote employment, unemployment rates rising, and the reliance on technology...

Insurance renewal cross-selling strategies

Insurance renewal cross-selling strategies

You have heard the old saying from the movie Glengarry Glen Ross, that talks about the ABC’s of selling: “Always be closing.” Well, I am a firm believer in a similar concept of “Always be cross-selling.” Cross-selling is one of the most powerful tools you have as an...

Weekly Dispatch: March 23, 2023

Weekly Dispatch: March 23, 2023

PIA survey: Many independent insurance agents are reporting that their business and income has increased despite many challenges. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that the three-year La Niña weather phenomenon has ended. New Hampshire and New York receive federal disaster assistance for damage caused by winter storms. And, bait and switch, photo inspection bills move to full N.Y. Assembly for a vote. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, accolades and education opportunities in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Weekly Dispatch: March 16, 2023

Weekly Dispatch: March 16, 2023

According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, over 1 million vehicles were stolen last year. New Jersey’s pay-to-play law requires insurance agencies to file electronic annual disclosure statements by Thursday, March 30, 2023. And, PIANY-priority anti-arson bill passes state Assembly. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.