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Winter Weatherizing Tips for Your Insureds
Old Man Winter is right around the corner, bringing in additional property exposures and energy bills (especially now with the high cost of oil and electricity). Heavy piles of snow, for example, can cause a roof to collapse. Water pipes…
Read More‘Tis the Season: Plan for In-Office Holiday Parties
Over the last two years, most businesses didn’t hold in-office holiday parties. They either celebrated virtually or decided to forgo the celebration altogether. This year the in-office holiday party is making somewhat of a comeback. Holiday get-togethers boost morale, build…
Read MoreClimate Change and Impacts on Insurance
Insured losses from natural catastrophes have increased 250% in the last 30 years, according to a report by consulting firm Capgemini and the European Financial Management Association (EFMA). Perils such as wildfires and storms, which are particularly impacted by climate…
Read MoreThe Rise of Online Insurance Submissions
Some habits are hard to break, including the traditional method for insurance agencies to submit new insurance applications. Agents have traditionally completed Acord apps and supplemental forms which are sent via email or uploaded as PDFs to a carrier’s or…
Read MoreThe One-Two Punch of Hurricane Ian on the Florida Property Market
Trade shows are an exciting opportunity to network and learn more about your industry, whether you’re attending an insurance industry trade show or strolling the floor at an event for another specific business sector. From attending panels to marketing your…
Read MoreHow to Maximize Your Participation at Trade Shows
Trade shows are an exciting opportunity to network and learn more about your industry, whether you’re attending an insurance industry trade show or strolling the floor at an event for another specific business sector. From attending panels to marketing your…
Read MoreHow to Build a Personal Network
In any industry, networking is crucial – but especially for insurance agents, who rely on personal connections to conduct business. But while you may have heard the term “networking” thrown around online or in meetings, what does it actually mean,…
Read MoreHow Higher Gas Prices Fuel the Rising Price of Goods
A recent report found that nearly 70% of small and medium-sized businesses across the country cited high gas prices as the reason they were struggling to regain stability-and the struggle is real. U.S. gas prices have been volatile to say…
Read MoreMarket Recap: Restaurant, Bar, Tavern & Nightlife
The restaurant and bar industry during the last three years has experienced a great deal of changes as a result of the pandemic, a labor shortage, and inflation. The industry has had a lot on its plate, but throughout these…
Read MoreTalent Crisis in the Insurance Industry Persists
The insurance industry has been discussing its talent crisis for years, with the call for a younger demographic to fill positions throughout the distribution system as the baby boomer generation retires. Industry insiders were calling for a concerted marketing push…
Read MoreBuild a Better Brokerage Through Constant Refinement
Whether your brokerage is a modest family-run firm, one of the largest enterprises in the nation, or somewhere in between, you are always on the lookout for the broker’s version of “how to build a better mousetrap” — operate more…
Read MoreBypass Three Common Business-Busting Broker Blunders
After investing years of hard work to establish and grow their business into a thriving operation, savvy business insurance brokers know that resting on their laurels is a foreign concept they can never embrace. Rather, maintaining a constant vigil on…
Read MoreThe Cooling Housing Market and Its Effect on Property Investors
Since the beginning of the year, the housing market has changed. A rise in interest rates, the amount of money required as a down payment, a drop in sales prices, and increased inventory on the market have home sellers concerned.…
Read MoreMarket Recap: Demand for On-Demand Content Opens Up More Insurance Opportunities in the Entertainment Industry
The pandemic altered many consumer behavioral patterns, with various industry sectors having to pivot to accommodate these changes. One of the most significant consumer changes, according to a McKinsey report, is the rise in at-home consumption. Homes have become the…
Read More5 Tips in How to Improve Your LinkedIn Profile
One of the most important aspects of maintaining your professional image is having a polished LinkedIn profile. Though many think of LinkedIn as a social tool meant solely for finding a new job, that’s far from the case — it’s…
Read MoreTalk to Contractor Clients About the GL Audit Process, Estimating Revenue
In discussing General Liability (GL) insurance with a contractor, it’s important to go over the fundamentals such as what’s covered, how coverage is triggered, policy limits, any exclusions, etc. It’s also critical you discuss how the premium for the policy…
Read More5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Personal and Professional Development
In today’s fast-paced life, it can seem hard to find the time to step back and take a look at your goals. While many of us may set a New Year’s resolution, actually following through on personal and professional goals…
Read MoreClaims Forensics Pinpoint the Cause & Origin Behind Property Losses
When residential and property losses occur – whether it’s a result of fire, water damage, appliance and equipment component failures, or other hazards – insurers utilize forensic experts to investigate claims. These experts determine the causes and origins of losses,…
Read MoreHow Robust Are Your Cybersecurity Measures?
Bryan Schwam, CISO, ISC, shares several cybersecurity measures your agency and its employees should be taking to help minimize the potential for data breaches and other cyberattacks whether your staff boots up at the office, home, or a public place.…
Read MoreWhat’s New in the Vacation Rental Business Landscape?
This summer, it seems like everyone is traveling – whether it’s flying to some far-flung destination or taking to the road for some R&R at a vacation rental. In fact, the vacation rental business is booming, particularly among property investors…
Read MoreMarket Recap: Contractor GL & Equipment
ISC offers two distinct Contractor General Liability (GL) products: One focuses on the small contractor with a national footprint, while the other caters to larger contractors in certain geographic areas. Michael Cronin, Senior Vice President of Product Management, provides us…
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