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How to become an insurance agent? Ultimate guide

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Agents who sell insurance policies of the commercial type provide coverage to business owners with their property insurance, general liability insurance, and other kinds of coverage. As with every business owner or health worker, a license is required. Most folks choose to take their insurance pre-license course online.

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Builder’s Risk Insurance Declinations: An Interview With Susan DeCarlo

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And regarding coverage, if the named insured is the builder, or there is a relationship between the named insured and the builder, in that capacity we would exclude general liability coverage. For example, our Builders Risk program is 100% online, meaning a licensed agent can submit and bind online for qualifying risks.

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How to Turn Surety Bonds into a Profit Powerhouse for Your Agency

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Surety bonds are essential in various sectors, particularly in construction, licensing, and public projects. For example, if you already provide general liability insurance to a construction company, adding surety bonds to your product mix is a logical next step.

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The Beat Doesn’t Go On as Lawsuits Hit Hospitality Industry for Copyright Infringement

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Yet without proper licensing, establishments are taking a big risk of being hit with a copyright infringement lawsuit. Hotels, bars, and restaurants around the country are waking up to suits from licensing giants, record labels, and The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). ASCAP, BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.),

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