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What is a Managing General Agent (MGA) in Insurance?

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A Managing General Agent (MGA) is a specialized type of insurance intermediary that has underwriting authority granted by an insurer. Many traditional carriers want to enter these markets but lack the time or resources to build an in-house underwriting team. For instance, if a client walks into a typical brokerage in the U.S.,

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Insurance for Apartment Building Owners: Protecting Your Client’s Investments With the Right Coverage

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These include $1 million in personal liability, coverage for personal contents, inland marine for scheduled valuables, and additional living expenses. Human underwriting : Our underwriters assess your risks through discussion, not just algorithms. We prioritize human insights over automation.

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Distinguished Programs Announces Contract Surety Program Led by Trevor Hash

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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. to support the Surety offering. to support the Surety offering.

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Meet Distinguished’s Community Associations Insurance Experts

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

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

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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.

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

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Underwriters with hospitality industry knowledge and expertise. Our underwriters will look at the security the hotel has in place. Her extensive experience includes roles in underwriting, claims, and risk management across various sectors, including hospitality, professional liability, and emergency services.

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Protecting Fine Art, Collectibles in California

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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.