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 NoteHope Springs Eternal
We've all got fantasies we cling to that, in some way, make it easier... -
FeaturesAgents Cry Foul Over Crop Insurance Premium Discounts
Independent agents are up in arms over the federal government's... -
FeaturesPersonal Lines Issues Dominate Michigan Agents Convention
A host of personal lines issues—ranging from credit scoring to a... -
NewsbriefsILL. CPAs TO EXPLORE REINSURANCE:
The Illinois CPA Society will hold a conference on regulatory issues... -
NewsbriefsLOCKTON FOUNDER DIES:
The founder of Kansas City, Mo.-based brokerage Lockton Cos. died... -
NewsbriefsOHIO ISSUES INTERIM MED-MAL REPORT:
Ohio's Medical Malpractice Commission has released its interim report... -
NewsbriefsS.D. GOV SIGNS FILE-AND-USE BILL:
As expected, South Dakota Gov. Michael Rounds, a Republican, has... -
NewsbriefsILL. CONSIDERS SURPLUS LINES BILLS:
Bills dealing with the surplus lines market are up for consideration... -
NewsbriefsMED-MAL CAPS ADVANCE IN IOWA, MO.:
Tort reform continued to advance in the Midwest as legislators in the... -
NewsbriefsIOWA SENATE OKs NCOIL MODEL:
Following a week of intense negotiations, the Iowa Senate approved a... -
NewsbriefsN.D. SHOOTS FOR 4% COMP RATE HIKE:
To counteract the steep rise in medical and prescription drug costs,... -
FeaturesBefore Being Destroyed, Bartman Ball Was Insured
A combination of heat, pressure and explosives was used last February... -
New MarketsRisk Capital Protector
Nuts & Bolts: Pittsburgh-based AIG subsidiary National Union Fire... -
New MarketsProperty, Liability Cover for Overseas Operations
Nuts & Bolts: The St. Paul Cos. introduced an enhanced version of... -
New MarketsProfessional Liability for Homeland Security Contractors
Nuts & Bolts: The AIG Cos. introduced SAFETY Act Homeland Protector,... -
New MarketsPublic Auto
Nuts & Bolts: Glendale, Calif.-based general agent KF&B Inc.... -
New MarketsSmall Business Workers’ Compensation
Nuts & Bolts: InsureVianet introduced a new Internet-based small... -
New MarketsBusiness Owners Package Program
Nuts & Bolts: Lemac General Agency Division in Orange, Calif. added a... -
FeaturesBrooke: This Franchise Player is Making an Impact
Jack Cassell "was pretty happy just being a producer," as he had been... -
FeaturesUnderwriting a Fast-Growing Segment: The Dream Home
Whether it's called custom, upscale, mansion or high-value, a dream... -
FeaturesBuckeye State Bucks National Trend on Medical Malpractice
The U.S. Census Bureau's 2000 census estimated Iowa's population at... -
Parting ShotsAgents and Homebuyers Need the Right Clues to Make Smart Decisions
One of the most contentious issues surrounding homeowners insurance... -
People & PlacesPeople and Places
Evan Greenberg The board of directors of Bermudan insurer ACE Ltd....
