In this Issue
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Minding Your BusinessThe Two Faces of Automation
An interesting event happened at a recent strategic planning session... -
Growing Your Property Casualty AgencyEleven Good Reasons to Reassign a Commercial Lines Account
In most offices, it's easier to get a bone from a starving dog than... -
Cover StoryUp for Sale: Success in Today’s Homeowners Market
States show signs of stability, but problem areas remain Despite... -
FeaturesBarbies, Apes, Model Trains Galore; Don’t Forget Those Collectibles
Let's say you're sitting in a client's living room, putting the... -
FeaturesScience, Technology Deal a Tough Hand in Agribusiness Market
From chicken to fish farms, orange groves to bean stocks, the... -
On The StreetIs Carrier Solvency a Worry on Everyone’s Mind’
Carrier solvency is on the tip of everyone's tongue. It is the one... -
FeaturesTen Tips to Improve a Contractor’s Surety Program
In today's tight market, it's becoming harder and harder for... -
FeaturesScience, Technology Deal a Tough Hand in Agribusiness Market
From chicken to fish farms, orange groves to bean stocks, the... -
Editor's NoteInsuring the American Dream
Food, clothing and shelter. Economically speaking, those are the bare... -
FeaturesAgents Cry Foul Over Crop Insurance Premium Discounts
Independent agents are up in arms over the federal government's... -
FeaturesAgents Learn about Opportunities, Challenges at Agribusiness Conference
The Insurance Brokers and Agents of the West (IBA West) and Insurance... -
NewsbriefsAIA OPPOSES LEGISLATION TO BAN USE OF CREDIT-BASED INSURANCE SCORES IN COLO.:
A proposal to ban use of credit-based insurance scores (HB 1292)... -
NewsbriefsARIZ. DOI OFFERS LICENSING SERVICE IN FLAGSTAFF:
Beginning March 25, 2004, the Ariz. Department of Insurance will open... -
NewsbriefsORANGE COUNTY I-DAY RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 29:
The Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of Orange County Board... -
NewsbriefsSAFECO SIGNS DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT TO SELL LIFE & INVESTMENTS OPERATIONS:
Seattle-based Safeco Corporation announced it has entered into a... -
NewsbriefsMONTANA RECIEVES NAIC ACCREDITATION AWARD:
The insurance regulatory organization from Montana received... -
New MarketsCommercial Property, Liability, Crime
Nuts & Bolts: The Chubb Group of Insurance Companies has updated its... -
New MarketsRisk Capital Protector
Nuts & Bolts: National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh,... -
Fraud RoundupFormer Nev. Businessman Sentenced
Attorney General Brian Sandoval announced that Tye Fortuna, 31, of... -
Fraud RoundupState Fund Awarded $800,000 in Fraud Case
State Compensation Insurance Fund will collect $800,000 in... -
Fraud RoundupCalif. Attorney Sentenced in Fraud Ring
A five-year undercover investigation into a staged auto collision... -
Fraud RoundupWash. L&I Suspends Registration of Contractors
Two Vancouver, Wash.-area construction companies and a Port Angeles... -
FeaturesWash. Drivers with High Incomes, Degrees Speed More Often
According to a PEMCO Insurance survey, the person passing you on the... -
FeaturesThe Silver State – Sagebrush, Hoover Dam and Vegas
The United States Census Bureau's Census 2000 estimated the... -
FeaturesThe Sad Case of the Mad Cow
The discovery in December 2003 of the first known case of bovine... -
FeaturesUnderwriting Upscale Homes the Right Way
Whether it's called custom, upscale, mansion or high-value, a dream... -
FeaturesOne TPA Says it Has the Secret to Reining in Comp’s Transition Costs
At first glance, Jeffrey McDaniel does not seem disabled. He is built... -
FeaturesBonds: A Return to Disciplined Underwriting
Writing surety bonds is a niche that perfectly illustrates why... -
FeaturesLAAA Prepares for Expansion, Upcoming Annual Convention
Founded five years ago to address the specific needs of the Hispanic... -
FeaturesSurplus Lines Products For Homeowners – Salvation or Cause for Concern’
In 2004, the California homeowners and dwelling marketplace continues... -
FeaturesAgents Lobby to Renew, Reform National Flood Program
Members of the Independent Agents and Brokers of America (IIABA)... -
Parting ShotsAgents and Homebuyers Need the Right Clues to Make Smart Decisions
Many recent media accounts would have us believe that prior loss... -
People & PlacesPeople and Places
Caryn Siebert Caryn Brenna Siebert has been selected as president and...
