Inland Marine, Liability and Underwriting

Distinguished Programs Announces Contract Surety Program Led by Trevor Hash

Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The team aims to launch operations and begin underwriting in the third quarter of this year. Supported by a skilled team of underwriters, his leadership enhances Distinguished’s ability to make a meaningful entrance into the surety market. Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.

Inland Marine

Inland Marine Broker-Agent Underwriting Underwriter

Meet Distinguished’s Community Associations Insurance Experts

Distinguished

AUGUST 19, 2024

Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. Learn more about our community associations insurance products on our website. Or reach out to an insurance specialist for more information.

Broker-Agent

Broker-Agent Inland Marine Broker Insurer

Hotel Primary Insurance: A Check-In to Success for Insurance Brokers

Distinguished

JULY 8, 2024

Underwriters with hospitality industry knowledge and expertise. The primary general liability (GL) coverage has a specific geographic restriction: it is not available for hotels located adjacent to the beach in Hawaii. Our underwriters will look at the security the hotel has in place. Coastal restrictions apply in other states.

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Insurance Broker Broker Broker-Agent Insurer

Broker FAQ: How to Bind a Quote for City and New York Brick & Brownstone Programs

Distinguished

JANUARY 10, 2025

However, if the quote includes pre-bind subjectivities (other than a signed application), your bind request will be referred to underwriting. Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. Click here for a PDF version of this information.

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Broker Broker-Agent Inland Marine Policy

Distinguished Programs and Berkley Program Specialists Partner for Community Associations D&O and Crime Coverage

Distinguished

OCTOBER 9, 2024

New York – Distinguished Programs (“Distinguished”), a national insurance program manager, announced an expanded partnership with Berkley Program Specialists (“BPS”), a leading provider in the industry, to underwrite its Community Associations Crime and D&O products. Starting Jan.

Crime

Crime Broker-Agent Inland Marine Broker

Protecting Fine Art, Collectibles in California

Distinguished

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Unlike competitors retreating from the market due to aggregation risks, our Fine Art and Collectibles insurance program brings fresh capacity and a willingness to underwrite policies tailored to Californias unique challenges. Wildfire coverage is included under our Fine Art and Collectibles program based on underwriting.

Protection

Protection Broker-Agent Inland Marine Underwriting

Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance: Q&A For Brokers

Distinguished

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Hear directly from our underwriters on how Distinguished can help you win business and deliver superior service to your clients. Expert Panel Alison Sweeney , Vice President, Fine Art Expert, Distinguished Fine Art & Collectibles Alison is our Fine Art expert and underwriter working out of our New York office.

Broker

Broker Broker-Agent Inland Marine Insurer

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

Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

If we are comfortable with our exposure, we may consider increasing the AOP deductible and the theft deductible , depending on the underwriting analysis. Are there any emerging trends in the construction industry that are impacting builder’s risk underwriting? I put a couple of done deals together.

Risk

Risk Broker-Agent Deductible Insurer

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Alabama: A Broker’s Guide

Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Our program also offers your clients general liability insurance, which can help cover legal costs that can occur on work sites.  For instance, employees injured on the job should be covered by their Contractor’s General Liability policy.   Our Builder’s Risk program does not cover some specific risks.

Risk

Risk General Liability Broker-Agent Insurer

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Tennessee: A Broker’s Guide

Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Premises liability claims : Legal expenses and liability coverage related to any injuries, including trips and falls, that occur on the site. Our program also offers the following coverages: General liability insurance Mold and fungus Off-site materials in transit How Much Does Builder’s Risk Cost in Tennessee?

Risk

Risk Broker-Agent Insured Insurer

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Georgia: Coverages, Costs, and More

Distinguished

AUGUST 12, 2024

This includes coverage for: General liability : Covers legal costs and damages that arise from lawsuits related to this construction, renovation, or betterment project. Expertise : Our underwriters have been insuring Builder’s Risk projects for years. Finally, submit your client’s business through our portal.

Risk

Risk Broker-Agent Insured Insurer

Builder’s Risk Insurance in Michigan: Online Quotes, Coverages, and Costs

Distinguished

AUGUST 26, 2024

This means complete property protection in the event of damages from: Extreme weather events Vandalism Theft Fire Beyond property damage, Distinguished also offers coverages for: General liability Soft costs Mold and fungus Off-site materials in transit How Much Does Builder’s Risk Cost in Michigan?

Risk

Risk Broker-Agent Insurer Insured

The Smart Collector’s Guide to Specialty Storage for Collectibles

Distinguished

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Our team combines deep expertise across collection categories with flexibility in underwriting and customizing coverage.   Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.

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Broker-Agent Inland Marine Broker Damage

Rare Toy Insurance: A Guide for Collectors and Brokers

Distinguished

AUGUST 5, 2024

Convenient valuations : We can work with you and your client to reach an agreed valuation of your client’s collection, and we will even allow you to extend market value up to 150% of that agreed amount (with additional underwriting review). Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.

Broker

Broker Insured Insurer Insurance

Public Art Insurance: Safeguarding Publicly Owned Art and Collectibles

Distinguished

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. So, if a piece of art is damaged while it is being moved or stored offsite, it, too, would be covered by your policy.  How Much Does Public Art Insurance Cost?

Deductible

Deductible Broker-Agent Insurer Insured

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Collectibles?

Distinguished

JULY 22, 2024

Flexible Deductibles and Payment Options : Our underwriting team can take into account your client’s collection, budget, and risk tolerance and design each policy to fit their needs. Our team combines deep expertise across collection categories with flexibility in underwriting and customizing coverage. 

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Insurer Insured Insurance Policy

A Comprehensive Overview of Surety Bonds

Distinguished

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The surety’s role is complex, as it must diligently assess the risks associated with underwriting bonds. In return for premium payments, the insurer agrees to compensate the insured for losses suffered due to specified risks, such as property damage or liability claims.

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Claim Compensation Risk Broker-Agent

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Distinguished Programs Announces Contract Surety Program Led by Trevor Hash

Meet Distinguished’s Community Associations Insurance Experts

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