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Former California Agent Pleads Guilty to 90 Counts of Insurance Fraud

Insurance Journal

A former insurance broker has pleaded guilty to a number of charges including insurance fraud for collecting premiums without placing coverage. Karen Marie Dondanville, 56, a former broker from Mission Viejo, pleaded guilty to 90 counts including grand theft auto, …

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Big ā€˜Iā€™ Report: Independent Agency Channel Placed 62% of Premiums in 2023

Insurance Journal

according to the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”). By Chad Hemenway Independent agents placed more than 62% of all property/casualty insurance written in the U.S., The association’s 2024 Market Share Report said independent agents have …

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Home insurance premiums to keep rising in ā€˜difficult yearā€™

Elmore

Insurers are attempting to stem persistent losses on their underwriting The post Home insurance premiums to keep rising in ā€˜difficult yearā€™ appeared first on Elmore Insurance Brokers.

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CIAB: Clear Evidence of Softening Commercial P/C Market Conditions in Q2

Insurance Journal

Commercial property/casualty premium increases in the second quarter 2024 were flat or down from the previous quarter for all lines of businessā€”evidence of a softening insurance market, according to The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers (CIAB) quarterly survey. Premiums

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Top Tips for Choosing the Best Broker for Medical Insurance

Smart Insurance Agents

A broker for medical insurance can simplify the process. In this article, weā€™ll explain the benefits of using a broker, how to find a reliable one, and key questions you should ask. This guidance is particularly valuable as brokers have a legal obligation in many states to assist clients in finding the most appropriate insurance plans.

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The Role of Brokers in Securing the Best Commercial Insurance Deals

Protect Commercial Insurance

The Role of Brokers in Securing the Best Commercial Insurance Deals When it comes to safeguarding a business, securing the right commercial insurance is a crucial step. Here is where brokers come in, not merely as middlemen, but as invaluable partners in the quest for the best commercial insurance deals.

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ACA open enrollment: whatā€™s new for 2025

Healthinsurance.org

State-funded health insurance subsidies change in several states In addition to the ACAā€™s federal premium subsidies and cost-sharing reductions, several states offer additional state-funded subsidies that further offset enrolleesā€™ premiums, out-of-pocket costs, or both. 4 For 2025, the program is expanding.

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