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Explaining Deductibles After Multiple Florida Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Deductibles serve several purposes. They make insureds less likely to file smaller claims because either damage falls within the deductible, or is so close to it that the policyholder would rather not … They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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Please Don’t Compare Whole Life Dividends to Universal Life Interest

The Insurance Pro

How Life Insurance Products Develop Returns The return on cash values is driven by unique elements depending on the type of life insurance policy. For universal life insurance policies we focus on the interest rate payable on the policy. For whole life insurance , we focus on the dividend interest rate.

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What Agents Should Know About Tariffs and Insurance Costs

American Agents Alliance

While the relationship between tariffs and insurance costs can seem unrelated, tariffs can increase costs for insurers and policyholders. Read more to understand this relationship and how agents can help policyholders manage this uncertainty. Here are some ways agents can help: Educate policyholders about costs and rising premiums.

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Fifth Circuit Holds That Sales Tax is Not a Component of Actual Cash Value

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Ending a putative class action, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit examined policy language and two statutes to hold that an insurer does not owe sales tax on top of an actual cash value payment. The policyholder’s contract provided: Limit of liability A. The address shown in this policy. July 24, 2024).

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Commissioner Lara moves to protect wildfire survivors from debris removal program insurance costs

American Agents Alliance

The California Department of Insurance worked closely with local, state, and federal leaders to ensure that the programs costs are not deducted from insurance benefits. The California Department of Insurance worked closely with local, state, and federal leaders to ensure that the programs costs are not deducted from insurance benefits.

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Data Analytics and Retention for Insurance Agents

American Agents Alliance

Data-driven decision making can help improve retention rates by helping agents understand policyholder behavior and make adjustments proactively, before customers shop for other options. How to Use Data Analytics to Keep Policyholders Engaged Retaining a policyholder long-term leads to recurring revenue and an ongoing referral source.

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5 Must-Know Tips for Comparing Home Insurance Quotes

TGS

TGS Insurance » Blog 5 Must-Know Tips for Comparing Home Insurance Quotes Choosing the right home insurance policy can sometimes feel like trying to find the perfect coffee order—it’s a delicate balance between what you need and what works best for your wallet. Sure, the premium—the amount you pay for the policy—matters. That’s right.