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Hurricane Preparedness for Businesses | Scott Insurance

Save as PDF With the peak of hurricane season upon us, it is important for businesses to know how to proactively minimize potential loss and maximize loss prevention in the event of a hurricane. Being well prepared is critical to this objective and to keeping your business as healthy as possible. Pre-storm Property Preparation Even before a hurricane forms, businesses can start preparing. A good first step to take is to check local flood maps and have a licensed professional inspect your building to ensure it complies with the wind loading requirements of your area. Consider also installing impact-resistant film on windows and reinforcing any potentially weaker points in...

Hospital Treatment Without Insurance: Costs, Coverage, & Alternatives

If you have a medical emergency, healthcare providers can’t turn you away without essential services if you don’t have medical insurance. The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) requires healthcare facilities to provide essential lifesaving services to anyone with a medical condition, no questions asked.However, after fulfilling this legal obligation, a healthcare provider will require payment. If you don’t have healthcare coverage, the hospital will bill you for every service provided. They will need you to foot the hospital bill, covering everything from doctor’s fees to medical costs. With a healthcare plan to cover some of these services, the bill from even the shortest emergency...

Snowbirds: How to Winterize Your Home While You’re Away

If you are a snowbird that heads south for the winter, there are several key things you can do to help winterize your vacant...

Navigating Group Health Insurance Policies

Health insurance plans each have their own rules, benefits and drawbacks. These can be tricky enough to work out when you're buying health insurance for just yourself, but when you're looking for a plan to provide employee benefits, a...

China financial regulator continues to promote Hong Kong for catastrophe bonds

China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the financial industry regulatory agency under the State Council of the People’s Republic, is continuing to promote Hong Kong as a venue for insurers and reinsurers to sponsor catastrophe bonds.Speaking at a conference...

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How Insurance Carriers Use Crime Scores to Assess Risk in the Affordable Housing Industry

Save as PDF Many insurance carriers use third-party crime scores to evaluate their exposure to criminal risk when underwriting general liability insurance policies. At worst,...

2021 Mid-Market Employee Benefits Benchmarking Survey Results

Save as PDF In today’s volatile and extremely competitive talent market, it is important to make sure your employee benefits offerings are an asset to...

Ready to Grow? 8 Strategies to Get More Leads for Your Insurance Agency 

QR codes are a powerful tool to enhance customer engagement, improve lead capture, and grow your insurance business. With Agency Height’s Insta Quote...

Allstate targets $350m multi-peril reinsurance with Sanders Re II 2024-3 cat bond

US primary insurer Allstate is back in the catastrophe bond market and seeking $350 million or more in multi-peril catastrophe reinsurance protection from the...

CATCo exchange-listed retrocession fund to be wound up

As the Markel CATCo retrocessional reinsurance investment portfolio story begins to draw towards its natural run-off conclusion, the Board of the London listed fund...

The Health Insurance Renewal Process for Small Businesses

Small business owners have a lot to think about and take care of. Even though you’re the owner of a business, that doesn’t mean you have all the answers. Have you spoken with your health insurance broker about insurance renewal? Your...

Why You Need To Sign a Medicare Scope of Appointment Form

Nobody likes salespeople who are pushy, or even worse, dishonest. As you likely know, though, these people are found everywhere — even in the healthcare industry. When you’re shopping for a Medicare policy, you want to avoid these people...

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AmFam targets its fifth Four Lakes Re multi-peril catastrophe bond at $175m

American Family Mutual Insurance Company (AmFam) has returned to the catastrophe bond market for now the fifth year in a row, with a target...

5 Tips To Help You Start Offering Health Benefits at Your Small Business

Did you know that many employees accept job offers based upon the benefits they expect to receive? Health benefits top the list of what...

ILS market poised for further growth as barriers to modern tech decline: Moody’s Brookes

With barriers to adoption of modern analytical methodologies and technological innovations lower than ever, Ben Brookes, Managing Director – Advisory Services, Moody’s Insurance Solutions,...

HMO, PPO and EPO Insurance Plans: What’s the Difference?

Choosing an insurance plan can be difficult, especially if you don't understand the differences between them. This guide will teach you everything you need...

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How Named Storms Affect Your Insurance Coverage

When a hurricane is on the way, you have to act fast.While you’re making an evacuation plan or stocking up...

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Navigating Group Health Insurance Policies

Health insurance plans each have their own rules, benefits and drawbacks. These can be tricky enough to work out when you're buying health insurance for just yourself, but when you're looking for a plan to provide employee benefits, a...

Applied Epic Management System Reviews 2024

Applied Epic® is the world’s most widely used management platform. It allows you to manage and maintain a clear picture of your entire agency across all roles, locations and lines of business, including both P&C and benefits.Our Applied...

A Homeowners Guide to Replacement Cost and Market Value

  If a disaster strikes and your home is damaged or destroyed, do you know what it would cost to restore your home to the condition it was in before the disaster? Let’s discuss the replacement cost of your home...

Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business

Hurricanes can be among nature’s most destructive events.   Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, though storms can take place outside of those dates. Take steps to minimize damage and speed...

Allstate Files Patent Application For “Insurance VR Simulator”

Virtual reality, or VR for short, may have some limited applications outside of video games and entertainment, but major US insurer Allstate Insurance Company believes there is potential in the technology for use in the insurance industry. Last week...

New Jersey Doesn’t Require Boat Insurance. Get it Anyway.

“The boat is safer anchored at the port, but that is not the aim of boats.”― Paulo Coelho, The Pilgrimage   Did you know that you are not required to have boat insurance to operate a vessel on the water in...

Covid-19 Holiday Let Cleaning Guidance

Last Updated on April 6, 2022 by adminIn response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the hospitality and tourism industry have pulled together to produce protocols across all sectors, including specific Covid-19 Holiday Let Cleaning Guidance for self-catering properties. The Covid-19...

5 Common Money Squabbles for Married Couples, and How to Address Them

How to handle common money fights before they ruin your relationshipby Nicole Dieker October 28, 2023  |   Money If you and your partner fight about money, you’re not alone. And if most of your money squabbles are about financial...

Prepare your property for wildfire, then review plans annually

Be proactive about preparing for the danger of wildfires. Even if you’ve taken precautions to make your home or business resistant to wildfire, take time each year to review your preparations. Let’s discuss the why,...

Government shuts the door on second home tax loophole

Last Updated on January 17, 2022 by adminGenuine small holiday letting businesses in England to be protected by closure of second home tax loopholeOwners of second homes in England who abuse a tax loophole by claiming their often-empty properties...

Steps following a car accident can help in a crunch

If you are able, take photos to document circumstances of the accident.   Your first instinct after a car accident may be to call for help. Do you have a plan for what comes next?...

What do the Covid tiers mean for holiday letting in England?

Last Updated on January 11, 2021 by adminNational Lockdown – Stay At HomeOn the 4th January 2021 the Government announced a third lockdown in England to control the rapid increase of coronavirus cases. The devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales...

Enjoy the bicycle boom: 5 tips for safe riding

Make yourself visible no matter the time of day.   The pandemic, rising fuel prices and climate change concerns – along with improved battery technology and e-bike options – have combined to create a...

COVID-19 Unoccupied Holiday Homes

Last Updated on March 17, 2021 by adminTemporarily Closed Holiday Letting Properties – Updated 17th March 2021We appreciate the significant impact that government measures to control the spread of the coronavirus is having on all businesses, not least self-catering...

Navigating Group Health Insurance Policies

Health insurance plans each have their own rules, benefits and drawbacks. These can be tricky enough to work out when you're buying health insurance for just yourself, but when you're looking for a plan to provide employee benefits, a...

China financial regulator continues to promote Hong Kong for catastrophe bonds

China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the financial industry regulatory agency under the State Council of the People’s Republic, is continuing to promote Hong Kong as a venue for insurers and reinsurers to sponsor catastrophe bonds.Speaking at a conference...

Supporting the American Policyholder Association With Time and Money Is an Obligation If You Are a True Policyholder Advocate

The American Policyholder Association (APA) has emerged as a powerful force in the fight against insurance fraud, with recent achievements highlighting the critical importance of its work. The organization’s efforts, supported by dedicated legal professionals, concerned citizens, and courageous...

Understanding Disability Insurance NJ

Disability insurance may not be a topic that comes to mind often, but it plays a vital role in safeguarding your financial security. Unexpected health challenges or accidents can happen to anyone, causing a significant impact on your ability...

Engines of Growth: Building Insurance Business Models That Reflect Today’s Reality

If there was ever a time to let necessity drive the business, it’s now. The future won’t be captivated by yesterday’s achievements, and tomorrow’s plans won’t come to fruition without an insurance business model that understands there are different...

LIC’s New Plan Jeevan Utsav (Plan No. 871)

Life Insurance Corporation of India has decided to launch a new insurance plan named Jeevan Utsav (Plan No. 871). Jeevan Utsav will be available for sale from 29-11-2023. The unique Identification of Jeevan Utsav is 512N363V01. LIC’s Jeevan Utsav...

UNDERSTANDING FINAL EXPENSE: A Comprehensive Guide To Funeral Insurance

Spring/2023 Final expense insurance, also known as burial insurance, is a type of insurance policy designed to cover the costs associated with a person’s funeral and burial expenses. This type of insurance is typically purchased by older adults who want to...

Shoreham Bank Physician Mortgage Review (Updated 2024)

For those working in medicine, getting a mortgage can be tough because of big student loan debts and how their income can change...

Navigating Group Health Insurance Policies

Health insurance plans each have their own rules, benefits and drawbacks. These can be tricky enough to work out when you're buying health insurance for just yourself, but when you're looking for a plan to provide employee benefits, a...

China financial regulator continues to promote Hong Kong for catastrophe bonds

China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the financial industry regulatory agency under the State Council of the People’s Republic, is continuing to promote Hong Kong as a venue for insurers and reinsurers to sponsor catastrophe bonds.Speaking at a conference...

Your Guide to Understanding How Open Enrollment Years Work

Health insurance is a notoriously complicated subject in the United States. Whether you're purchasing it for the first time or switching plans, keeping track of the Open Enrollment Period is critical. Here are the answers to your top questions...

Trump vs. Harris in 2024

Comparing Stances on Healthcare Policy: Trump vs. Harris in 2024 As the 2024 general election approaches, health care remains a critical issue for voters. Understanding how Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump approach key aspects...

ILS NYC 2025 – Announcing our first wave of expert speakers. Register soon

Today, we are delighted to announce the first wave of expert speakers for our upcoming ILS NYC 2025 conference. With over 150 people already registered to attend, Early Bird tickets are selling fast. Register soon to secure your place...

China financial regulator continues to promote Hong Kong for catastrophe bonds

China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the financial industry regulatory agency under the State Council of the People’s Republic, is continuing to promote Hong Kong as a venue for insurers and reinsurers to sponsor catastrophe bonds.Speaking at a conference...

Empire Life Blog 2024 Semi-annual Market Outlook: Fixed income overview

Fiscal stimulus remains an upside risk to growth in both Canada and the U.S.. Government bonds remain attractive heading into the second half of the year. Corporate bond holders are not being compensated as much for taking on corporate...

What Happened to Innovative Insurance Product Development?

Buying is changing. If we examine what is happening in retail, we can get a glimpse of what customers will be wanting in insurance. Coming to big box stores or a grocery store near you — pick up your item, scan...

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