Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

We sat down with Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk insurance expert, Susan DeCarlo, to discuss common factors that can lead to declinations in our program, how to avoid them, and key risk considerations. What are some of the key factors you consider when determining appropriate coverage limits and deductibles?

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Protect Commercial Insurance

OCTOBER 4, 2024

But what does this mean for property owners and their insurance needs? As interest rates creep up, they can have a surprising ripple effect on property insurance costs. Recent years, however, have seen gradual rises, sparking concerns in many sectors, including real estate and insurance. However, there’s a flip side.

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Distinguished

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Our Fine Art and Collectibles Program offers public art insurance that is designed to safeguard these cultural treasures, ensuring they can continue to inspire and engage for generations to come. What is Public Art Insurance? Why Choose Specialized Public Art Insurance? What Does Public Art Insurance Cover?

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TGS

OCTOBER 3, 2023

TGS Insurance » Blog What Is a Homeowners Insurance Quote? A homeowners insurance quote is the proposed amount that you would pay an insurance carrier to cover your home. The quote will be based on many factors, including your home’s age, building features, location and size, as well as your insurance score.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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AMAXX

JULY 30, 2024

So this is your premium adjustments, and these are discretionary adjustments that can be given by your underwriter based on how well they perceive you managing your risk, how well they perceive you managing your risk. You should consult with your insurance broker, attorney, or qualified professional. Say that again.

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TGS

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

TGS Insurance » Blog Does Credit Score Affect Home Insurance? A Closer Look If you’ve ever applied for home insurance and wondered why your credit score comes into play, you’re not alone. It’s one of those questions that might catch you off guard—after all, what does borrowing history have to do with insuring your home?

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Distinguished

JULY 22, 2024

Unfortunately, these unique risks are rarely appropriately covered by standard homeowner insurance policies. In this guide, we’ll explore the world of collectibles insurance: what it covers, how it differs from standard homeowners policies, and why it’s essential for serious collectors. What is Collectibles Insurance?

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Scott Insurance

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Insurance companies have taken notice of this potential liability and have responded with action. Many insurance companies are hesitant (or, more commonly, simply refuse) to insure elderly affordable housing communities with installed call-for-aid systems. Robert, Ph.D.,

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Smart Insurance Agents

AUGUST 19, 2024

Key Highlights Comparing Medicare Supplement Plans Insurance, or Medigap, helps cover costs that Original Medicare doesn’t, like copays and deductibles. It’s important to compare Medicare Supplement plans to understand coverage, out-of-pocket costs, and how individual plans vary by insurance company and state regulations.

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Distinguished

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Protecting these assets in the state requires specialized insurance solutions considering earthquake and wildfire risks. Additionally, Californias homeowners insurance market has become quite challenging, with significant collections absorbing much of those policies capacity.

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Scott Insurance

JANUARY 28, 2022

While insurance coverage is typically relied upon for many property-related losses, there remains a disconnect about how mold claims are often handled by the insurance industry. Generally, these policies have higher deductibles than standard policies – $25k, $50k, or $100k are common deductibles.

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Word & Brown

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In your role as a broker and consultant for your individual and business insurance clients, you want to be sure you’re able to provide the personal service they want, while also doing what’s necessary to nurture a long-term relationship. The insured may file a direct appeal for claim reconsideration with the insurance company or health plan.

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TGS

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

TGS Insurance » Blog With hurricane season in full force, South Carolina residents living on the coast must protect their homes from the upcoming storms. Understanding how windstorm insurance works in these areas is the first step in adequately protecting your home. Does South Carolina Require Windstorm Insurance?

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Risk Management Monitor

AUGUST 9, 2022

In 2021, insurers faced multiple billion-dollar loss events resulting from severe convective storms in the United States, with the greatest damage inflicted by hail that impacted the Plains, Midwest, Southeast and Northeast. In 2018, the 5 th Circuit Court of Appeals took things a step further in Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s of London v.

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Jackson & Jackson

MAY 22, 2024

Investors must understand the importance of securing comprehensive commercial property insurance coverage to protect their investments. “Understanding Multi-Family Property Insurance” Commercial property insurance is a vital safeguard for property owners, protecting their assets against various risks.

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Distinguished

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Protecting these assets in the state requires specialized insurance solutions considering earthquake and wildfire risks. Additionally, Californias homeowners insurance market has become quite challenging, with significant collections absorbing much of those policies capacity.

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Smart Insurance Agents

OCTOBER 16, 2024

A medical health insurance broker helps you choose the best health insurance plan tailored to your needs. Unlike agents tied to one insurer, brokers work with multiple companies to give you unbiased options. What is a medical health insurance broker?

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Risk Management Monitor

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

With the cost of insurance for businesses rising across many types of coverage, staying on top of trends in the claims portfolio is more important than ever. For this reason, many insurers and TPAs promise to conduct claims reviews with their business customers on a regular basis, but the rigor can vary greatly.

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Word & Brown

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Its possible for you to partner with a health insurance general agency like Word & Brown and still remain independent. automated deductible and Rx updates (so you know when they apply before benefits kick in). and Voluntary coverage from leading insurers and administrators for Small Group and Large Group. Did you know?

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Majesco

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Insurance buyer demographics are constantly shifting, and this means that insurance business practices can become out of touch. Anything from quoting to underwriting, servicing, billing or claims may no longer operate at the level expected by customers, putting trust and loyalty at risk. Power’s 2024 U.S.

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Majesco

APRIL 11, 2024

Most insurers are in a sort of pressure-cooker situation where challenges are creating pressure and good decisions need to be made. I recently asked three of my creative and respected colleagues to share insights on how insurers might respond. For the full conversation, see 2024 Trends Reshaping the Insurance Business — Are You Ready?

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Distinguished

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The surety is entitled to recover any losses incurred from the principal, emphasizing surety bonds as instruments of credit rather than insurance. The Surety : A third party, often an insurance company, that provides the surety bond, guaranteeing the principal’s performance to the obligee.

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Majesco

JANUARY 9, 2025

In 2020, COVID was a jolt to the industry, pushing insurers to digitally transform. 2025 is a wake-up call for insurance. We are in a race to prepare for a new future where insurance becomes more relevant than ever. Insurance must as well. The world has shifted. This is now playing out. In the last five years, the U.S.

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Triple-I: Workers Compensation

APRIL 20, 2021

Similar federal “safe harbor” legislation for the insurance industry – the Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana Act (CLAIM Act) – was introduced last month. Without legislative change, banks and insurers can’t do business with business without risking running afoul of federal drug laws.

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Distinguished

MARCH 25, 2025

For insurance professionals, it can be challenging to understand why these seemingly simple objects can command such high valuations. In short, their value is highly subjective and requires expertise and connections beyond most insurance agents or brokers. How Much Does Collectibles Insurance Cost for Antique Duck Decoys?

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Word & Brown

JANUARY 23, 2025

If only I had known what was ahead when I got into the health insurance industry in the early 2000s. million Americans were without health insurance. million Americans, were without health insurance in 2016. million, lacked insurance in mid-2024. Employers with 50+ full-time workers must offer health insurance.

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