For this installment of our advocacy series, we are going to talk about best practices when you write a letter or an email to your legislators. While snail mail and electronic mail are different mediums, they are essentially both a letter, so the rules for writing...
The short answer: Bigger profits! (For the long answer, keep reading below.) It’s no surprise that many homeowners start as renters first. There’s a logical progression to it. Well, according to recent research,[1] renters who move on to home ownership don’t move on...
PIANY top-priority bill on photo inspections passes the state Senate, to be sent to the governor. PIANJ-priority compulsory business insurance bill passes state Senate. Property/casualty insurers experience underwriting loss in 2021—but gain surplus. If you are looking for ways to build your credibility and enhance your clients’ trust, PIA Northeast can help. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
The New York state Senate just passed S.6028, 56-7, sponsored by Sen. Neil D. Breslin, D-44. This bill would make photo inspections of private passenger automobiles optional. Currently, many consumers are required to get a photo inspection of their vehicle within 14...
Legislation that would require businesses and certain rental units to carry insurance passed the state Senate (25-11) on May 26. The bill, S-1368, sponsored by Senate President Scutari, D-22, would require business owners to purchase liability insurance in an...
Collaborating with a team can either be enlightening or disastrous depending on the tools you use, and when you’re running a business, it’s crucial to ensure that you have all the right resources to make any team effort a success. From making communication easier, to...
Get your agency and your clients ready for the seventh consecutive “above average” hurricane season. New Hampshire’s and New York’s legislative sessions are coming to a close. And, it’s the last chance to register for the PIA Annual Conference hosted by PIANJ and PIANY at the discounted rate—price increases 20% after May 27. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
The 2021-22 legislative session is wrapping up this week with the House and Senate set to complete all their work by May 26, 2022. The Legislature just completed the committee of conference phase, which is when committees made up of four House members and three...
In the past few years, so many people have been laid off from work—due to circumstances beyond their control. This pool of job applicants should consider a career in the insurance industry as their next golden work opportunity. So, if you’ve never considered a job in...
A new survey finds that agents, brokers continue to have record performance for the fourth consecutive quarter. PIA advocates for long-term reauthorization of the NFIP, the importance of state regulation of insurance and more during virtual meetings with legislators in Washington, D.C. And, time is running out to register for PIA Annual Conference hosted by PIANJ and PIANY in Atlantic City, N.J.—before the 20% price increase. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.