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Part 3: Workers’ Comp Independent Premium Audits Explained

AMAXX

In this final part of our series exploring the nine elements of independent premium audits, we turn our focus to specialized situations and nuanced adjustments auditors carefully evaluate. Auditors disallow estimates, making precise documentation vital to receiving the intended premium savings associated with this exception.

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The Ultimate Guide for Insurance Agents: How to Build a Profitable Final Expense Business

Final Expense Brokerage

However, this market comes with its own set of challenges, including price sensitivity, unique underwriting processes, and sometimes, a lack of awareness among consumers. Key products to consider include: Whole Life Insurance : A staple for final expense agents, it provides lifelong coverage at affordable premiums.

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What Agents Should Know About Tariffs and Insurance Costs

American Agents Alliance

Rising expenses could perhaps cause higher insured values, leading to policy adjustments and higher premiums. Many industries are feeling the uncertainty of tariffs and changing trade policies, which can make underwriting more challenging and pricing less certain. Education is often the first step.

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The Birthday Rule: A Growing Trend in Medicare Supplement Plans

PSM Brokerage

The Birthday Rule is gaining traction across the country, allowing Medicare Supplement policyholders to switch plans without medical underwriting around their birthday each year. Reduced underwriting can lead to higher premiums , increased policy lapses, and fewer carriers remaining in the market. in 2024 vs. 13.0%

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What is a Loss History Report?

TGS

Policy Information Details of the insurance policies under which the claims were filed. Insurance companies rely on these reports to assess risk when underwriting a new policy. The most common report is the Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange (C.L.U.E.) report, managed by LexisNexis.

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Falling Work Comp Rates: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

R&R Insurance

This rate reduction will affect work comp policies with renewal dates between 10/01/24 to 09/30/25. Workers compensation rates are state mandated in Wisconsin, meaning all insurance carriers must use the same rates resulting in premiums from one carrier to another are basically the same. Rates in 2024 fell an average of 10.5%

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Housing Code Violations in Los Angeles: An Interview with Katie Vespia 

Distinguished

In Los Angeles, housing code violations present challenges that affect property safety, compliance, and insurance underwriting. Even if some violations are eventually addressed, a history of non-compliance can still lead to higher premiums. Can you outline some of the most common housing violations in Los Angeles? Yes, indeed.