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California Passes Legislation Banning Junk Fees

Hunton Andrews Kurth

As we reported Friday, the FTC has proposed a rule to ban misleading and hidden fees. While that initiative is pending, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed similar legislation, SB 478 , into law. Effective July 1, 2024, the California statute prohibits advertising, displaying, or offering a price for a good or service that does not include all mandatory fees or charges other than taxes or fees imposed by a government on the transaction, or postage or carriage charges that will be reasonably

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Benefits of an Independent Insurance Agent for Your Personal Insurance Needs

TGS

TGS Insurance » Blog Captive vs Independent Insurance Agency: What’s the Difference? In order to understand the benefits of using an independent insurance agent, it’s essential to recognize what sets them apart. Insurance agencies can be sorted into two categories: captive and independent. A captive agency is tied to one insurance carrier, which means these agents are biased to make money for their specific carrier.

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I’m an Immigrant, Do I Qualify For California Healthcare?

Freeway Insurance

Health insurance is like a safety net that helps people get the medical care they need. But for people who are in a country without proper documentation, it is very difficult to get this kind of help. They don’t have the legal documents they need to use health benefits like regular citizens. This affects everyone’s health, the cost of healthcare and the functioning of all of us.

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What is the Cost of Opening Your Own Insurance Agency?

Southwest Insurance Agents Alliance

Embarking on the journey of opening your own insurance agency calls for thoughtful financial planning and strategic foresight. By understanding the financial aspects, you can make an informed decision as a prospective agency owner and set yourself up for success.

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First-in-the-Nation Climate Disclosure Bills Become Law In California

Hunton Andrews Kurth

On October 7, 2023 California Governor Gavin Newsom signed two landmark climate disclosure laws aimed at making major companies publicly disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and report on their climate-related financial risks. The first, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB 253), will require all business entities with an annual revenue exceeding $1 billion to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions in a format accessible to the public.

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Newsjacking: The Perfect Marketing Tactic for Insurance Agents

The Insurance Marketer

Newsjacking can be a massively effective way for insurance agents to generate leads.

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8 ways to deal with stress at work

Haven Life

The post 8 ways to deal with stress at work appeared first on Blog | Haven Life.

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