If you have clients who are making getaway plans this holiday season, it’s important that they adopt these safety measures to protect their house while they are away on vacation. Share this list of actions they should take before they leave: Phone a friend. Ask some...
Anatomy of a claim: NFIP vs. private flood claim
As an insurance agent or broker, helping clients choose the right flood insurance is crucial—especially when they face the aftermath of a flood. Understanding the distinctions between the National Flood Insurance Program and private flood insurance is essential for...
Conn. election results: State-level highlights
Connecticut’s recent state elections brought some changes to the Senate and House while leaving key leadership positions and party dominance intact. Although constitutional offices (governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, treasurer, comptroller and secretary...
N.Y. election update: Status quo maintained
In the recent New York state elections, both the Senate and Assembly experienced some notable changes, setting the stage for shifts in legislative dynamics when the Legislature reconvenes in January. Senate overview The New York state Senate Democrats successfully...
Insur-pocalypse Now: Where’s your coverage?
The once-great country of the United States of America: A FanDuel™ Subsidiary,[1] and the world at-large are no more. City streets that once teemed with Starbucks-bound workers, dog walkers, and perpetual street construction have been replaced. A mishmash of punks,...
Play it smart this football and winter season
We are nearing the middle of football season, and the excitement of watch parties and the camaraderie of cheering on your team with friends and family continues. While football season is a time for fun, it can also introduce risks—not just on the field, but for...
Build a resilient manufacturing business
Manufacturers are increasingly facing risks that can impact their operations significantly—both in production and public relationships. Roughly 84% of respondents to a 2022 survey said they’re willing to pay more for products from a company they perceive to be...
Spooky insurance, part I: Paranormal activity and you
Now that it’s October, it’s time for everything pumpkin spice, Halloween décor and nightly thrills with your custom queue of horror media. This year, my favorite streaming apps have not disappointed; they’re loaded with fresh, new releases and spine-tingling...
Tremors & insurance: Or how I learned to start worrying and fear the worm
Sandworms. You may not recognize one on sight, but your brain does. They’ve been a fixture of pop culture since Frank Herbet’s seminal 1965 novel, Dune. Star Wars. Beetlejuice. Men in Black. Gargantuan worms that burrow through the ground bind all these works of...
Help your clients understand the importance of accurate property valuation
Homeowners in coastal regions of the United States face unique risks associated with the growing prevalence of hurricane and severe storm activity. Getting the right coverage plays a crucial role in protecting homeowners from the financial devastation caused by...