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Property reinsurance renewal stability...

At the January 2025 reinsurance renewals, rating agency AM Best is anticipating that...

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Save as PDF As we approach 2025, employers are bracing for significant increases in...

MS Amlin and HSZ Group target growth in...

International insurer and reinsurer MS Amlin has now launched the capital raise for the 2025 edition of its Phoenix reinsurance sidecar, and with the vehicle’s performance consistently beating expectations, investor interest is high, according to William Ho, CEO of MS Amlin Asia Pacific.Following our Artemis Live video interview with Ho last month, we spoke with the head of MS Amlin Asia Pacific and Tim Yip, Executive Director, HSZ Group, the parent of Hong Kong-based ILS Advisers, who has worked on all the Phoenix Re deals, about the importance of the partnership and the latest sidecar transaction. “We’ve recently launched the 2025 iteration of the Phoenix ILS notes....

Health Coverage Demystified

Everyone should have individual health insurance. The benefits of having a policy outweigh the costs. However, it is not always clear how paying monthly premiums is a benefit, which is why you should talk to a licensed health insurance broker. A Health Insurance Broker Breaks Down Health Insurance Conundrums The health insurance marketplace is confusing. It is challenging for people without a broker's license to understand the tier levels and overall differences between policies. Thankfully, several straightforward responses exist for many of the most common queries. The Reason for an Enrollment Period One of the most frustrating experiences when talking to a health insurance broker is...

Electric Bicycles in Colorado – Bolder Insurance

With the popularity of Electric Bikes, it’s important to understand the rules.  According to the Colorado General Assembly the following is how E-bikes are...

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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IRS Issues Guidance on American Rescue Plan’s COBRA Subsidy

Save as PDF On May 18, 2021, the IRS issued Notice 2021-31, a guidance document on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) subsidy for continuation...

2023 Industry Recognitions | Scott Insurance

Save as PDF At Scott Insurance, we are proud to be continually recognized as an industry leader and employer of choice.  So far this year,...

Schroders Capital invested $817m+ in ILS that help reduce protection gap in 2023

During the full-year 2023, the catastrophe bond and insurance-linked securities (ILS) team at private markets focused investment manager Schroders Capital allocated over US $817...

Lockton Re working with Verisk on new parametric risk transfer solutions for agriculture

Lockton Re, the independent reinsurance broker is working with risk modelling and data analytics specialist Verisk to develop new index and parametric triggered risk...

Allstate puts Milton loss at $102m, suggesting cat bond at-risk. YTD pre-tax losses hit $4.84bn

US insurer Allstate has confirmed its pre-tax loss from hurricane Milton at $102 million, at which level it seems possible the Sanders Re II...

Is Your New Car Covered Under Your Auto Insurance Policy?

You’ve been patiently searching for the perfect new car. You just signed your name on that last piece of endless paperwork. Now, with keys in hand, it’s finally time to drive off the lot. But as you take in that...

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 to know about HMO, PPO and EPO plans, allowing you to make an informed decision...

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Bogle Agency Insurance – 2024 Best Practices Agency

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Effective Digital Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents to Grow Their Business

This article highlights the ideal strategies that can help insurance agents leverage websites, directories like Agency Height, and various social media platforms to...

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Affordable Housing Insurance Challenges: Understanding the Market

Save as PDF Whether you are an owner, developer or property manager working in the affordable housing industry, you are undoubtedly facing challenges related to your insurance program that are impacting your business strategy and bottom line. Understanding the root...

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 home. Taking the right winterization steps can help protect your home from theft, water damage, heating or...

Mini Tort Claim Denied Or At-Fault Driver Refuses To Pay

How to hold a driver responsible for vehicle damage under the Michigan mini tort If the at-fault driver who damaged your car refuses pay on your mini tort claim, then you have two options for holding the driver accountable:...

12 Essential Books for the Modern CFO

Highlights Today’s CFOs need a more diverse skill set than ever before. Books written by leaders in both the financial and leadership industries can help you stay up to date on the latest industry trends and best practices. The pieces selected here...

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...

4 must-read retirement planning books

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Learn about insurance so you can choose like a pro

Just as you would before any important purchase, do some research before buying insurance.   Many people research expensive purchases like homes, cars, or gadgets to make sure they get the best value for their...

How to Save Money on Holiday Travel

Whether you’re planning an international vacation or taking the kids to see their grandparents, here’s how to book the best possible tripby Nicole Dieker October 30, 2023  |   Money The holidays are nearly upon us, which means it might...

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...

Healthy Eating Tips on a Budget

Yes, eating well without breaking the bank is possible. Here’s how to do itby Virginia Anderson October 25, 2023  |   Wellness A trip to the grocery store probably feels a little different today than it did a few years...

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...

Government launches review into short-term tourist accommodation

Last Updated on July 2, 2024 by adminA review into the effect of short-term holiday lets aims at improving the holiday letting market for those living in popular tourism destinations.Call for evidence aims to understand impact of increase in...

Helping to keep you informed – Supreme Court Judgement and FCA Test Case

Last Updated on January 25, 2021 by admin There has been much media coverage of the Supreme Court Judgement made on the 15th January 2021 regarding the FCA Test Case involving some insurers business interruption wordings. Understandably this has caused...

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...

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...

Chubb Homeowners Insurance Coverage | Bogle Agency Insurance

   Bogle Agency Insurance offers top Homeowners Insurance protection with Chubb Masterpiece Homeowners Insurance to NJ homeowners. Chubb has long been known as a top insurance carrier in NJ and we are happy to provide the information you need to...

5 Examples — Legal Insurance Blog — December 22, 2023

Have you ever experienced the anxiety that comes from having your personal information compromised? Identity theft is a growing concern in today’s digital age, and it can be frightening to think that someone may be using your name, social...

How Advisors Can Grow Their Book of Business with Medical Captives

Highlights   A medical captive as part of a self-funding arrangement is a non-traditional health insurance approach that benefits advisors and their clients. Advising companies in a medical captive can help you deepen relationships with clients and set you apart as a...

Cosmetic Dentistry Coverage: When Does Dental Insurance Pay for Veneers, Whitening & More?

“This post may contain affiliate links, if you click a link we may earn a commission if you purchase from that merchant.” Cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more people seek to improve the...

Specialty Car Of the Week – 1998 Convertible Corvette

img#bf_image-6710ad7753443 { width: 640px; }@media screen and (max-width: 768px) { img#bf_image-6710ad7753443 { width: 100vw; } }This week's featured customer car is a little red Corvette.  This 1998 convertible Corvette is a beautiful example of America's modern muscle car.  McElhinny Insurance Agency insures all types of...

Frandsen Physician Mortgage Review (Updated 2024)

Frandsen Bank & Trust has a special loan offer for medical professionals living in Minnesota and Wisconsin. This physician loan is great because...

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...

Fourth & Final Cornerstone: Community

Introducing the final cornerstone of CH Insurances' Four Cornerstones: Community! 🌟 After embracing Conversation, Collaboration, and Change, we now celebrate what we feel is the heartbeat of CH —Community. This cornerstone is all about building connections that matter, supporting...

Tips for Staying Safe Healthy Indoors This Winter

Current events may keep you inside more than usual this winter, which means you may go a bit stir-crazy. Sackett & Associates Insurance Services is not only here to provide you with a quality health insurance broker Santa Rosa,...

ILS investor entry an important milestone in cyber risk market: Moody’s

The emergence of an insurance-linked securities (ILS) market for cyber risk is seen as a critical component for the future expansion of that line of business, with the capital markets expected to be a key reinsurance and retrocession provider,...

Captive Insurance for the Affordable Housing Industry

Uncovering the strategic benefits of a unique approach to risk financing Save as PDF As Affordable Housing organizations face their annual insurance renewals, many have been surprised at the level of premium increases they are experiencing.  Today’s challenging and volatile insurance...

Empire Life Blog Exploring Asia’s investment potential

Paul Holba, on location in Indonesia, discusses Jakarta’s growing economy and the promising future of investing in emerging markets across Asia.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqtq6U2dh7c   It’s Paul Holba, senior vice president and chief investment officer at Empire Life Investments Inc.. Today marks the end...

Self-Insured vs. Fully Insured Employee Health Benefits: How Do They Differ?

Highlights  Cost containment in healthcare is a significant concern for small and midsized companies. Many SMBs are discovering the advantages of transitioning from a fully funded to a self-funded insurance plan. Self-insured (or self-funded) insurance provides financial control, data transparency, flexible plan...

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