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Insights on how to run an insurance agency, along with coverage of agency management and agency technology news.
Wolverine State Bans Discretionary Clauses
By Staff WriterThe Office of Financial and Insurance Services reports that Michigan is eliminating use of a common policy provision.The state banned use of "discretionary clauses," or ...
March 28, 2007
Golden State Carrier Updates Producer ContractsBlue Shield of California says it is trying to make life easier for brokers and consultants.California Blue, San Francisco, has revised its producer contracts.Producers now ...
March 27, 2007
NASD To Keep Life Settlements And Annuities On Front BurnerThe National Association of Securities Dealers Inc. plans to keep a close eye on insurance products as it merges its regulatory operations with those of ...
March 26, 2007
Insurer Reports On Corporate GivingHartford Financial Services Inc. says it awarded about $7.3 million to nonprofit organizations in 2006.Hartford Financial, Hartford, gave $2.7 million for national and international efforts ...
March 25, 2007
Carving Out A NicheAn estimated $40.6 trillion will change hands from 1998 through 2052 as baby boomers pass on their accumulated assets to their heirs. A portion of ...
March 25, 2007
The Seven Keys To Team SuccessOver the past several years, there has been a growing trend of teamwork among financial professionals in the life insurance industry. Individuals are forming "teams" ...
March 25, 2007
Carving Out A NicheAn estimated $40.6 trillion will change hands from 1998 through 2052 as baby boomers pass on their accumulated assets to their heirs. A portion of ...
March 25, 2007
Despite Potential Advantages, Insurers Cool On Business Process ManagementBusiness process management (BPM) is a technology that can reduce a company's automation costs and aid in regulatory compliance, but according to one industry analyst, ...