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How to Complete the Acord 27 – Certificate of Insurance

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What is an ACORD 27 Form (or ACORD Certificate of Insurance)? When you start working in the insurance industry, it’s vital to get familiar with the standard forms and applications used in your Agency Management System (AMS). You’ll use these documents daily to manage client information and provide proof of insurance coverage. Read on to […]

Understanding Employee Dishonesty Insurance: A Comprehensive Guide

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Introduction to Employee Dishonesty Insurance? Internal theft stands as one of the most serious and overlooked threats that businesses encounter today. Based on industry research, companies typically lose around 5% of their yearly revenue to fraud, with employee dishonesty making up the most significant portion of these losses. For insurance professionals, grasping the complexities of […]

Insurance and Risk Management Opportunities for Gen Z

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Introduction to Insurance and Risk Management The risk & insurance sector presents unprecedented career opportunities for Generation Z professionals entering today’s dynamic business environment. As organizations face increasingly complex challenges—from cyber threats to climate-related perils—demand for skilled professionals continues to accelerate across industries. Gen Z professionals, equipped with digital fluency and fresh perspectives, are uniquely […]

Debunking Myths: What Your Client’s Don’t Know About HO-4 Renters Policy Coverage

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Introduction to HO-4 Renters Policy As insurance professionals, we face countless client misconceptions about HO-4 coverage every day. These misunderstandings often result in insufficient protection, surprising claim rejections, and frustrated clients. This detailed guide tackles the most common myths about renters coverage while offering practical insights to help you better assist your clients. Overview of […]

Explaining the CG 2026 Additional Insured Endorsement and What It’s Used For

Agency Staff Articles

Introduction to CG 2026 The CG 2026 (also known as CG 20 26) additional insured endorsement represents a critical component of commercial general liability risk transfer strategies. This ISO form provides additional insured status to designated persons or organizations for liability arising out of the named insured’s ongoing operations. Unlike its counterparts in the CG […]

Understanding How the CG 00 01 Coverage Form Has Evolved Over the Years

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The CG 00 01, commonly called the Commercial General Liability (CGL) policy form, serves as the foundation of commercial liability insurance—acting as the main coverage document that has influenced risk transfer for many decades. This occurrence-based commercial general liability coverage form, sometimes called the CGL coverage form or occurrence coverage form, has undergone significant changes […]

How a Replacement Cost Estimator Works: What Insurance Brokers Need to Know

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Introduction to Replacement cost Estimator Today’s home insurance coverage relies heavily on precise valuations, making the estimated replacement cost among the most vital tools in your professional toolkit. As construction expenses keep rising and supply chain issues continue reshaping building costs, insurance brokers need to understand these advanced calculation systems to shield clients from catastrophic […]

How to Explain the Difference Between a Self-Insured Retention and a Deductible

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Introduction to Differences Between a Self-Insured Retention and a Deductible When working with clients seeking business insurance solutions, one of the most critical yet misunderstood concepts involves the distinction between self-insured retention and traditional deductibles. These risk retention mechanisms appear similar on the surface, but their operational differences can significantly impact your client’s financial exposure, […]

Incurred But Not Reported: What Every Insurance Professional Needs to Know

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Introduction to Incurred But Not Reported The concept of incurred but not reported represents one of the most critical yet complex aspects of insurance operations that directly impacts profitability, pricing accuracy, and regulatory compliance. For insurance professionals working across underwriting, claims management, and actuarial services, mastering methodology separates competent practitioners from industry leaders. This comprehensive […]

What is the CIC Designation?

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Introduction to the CIC Designation The Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation, also called the CIC insurance certification, is a well-regarded professional certification in insurance created for insurance professionals (insurance agents) who want to broaden their expertise. Earning the CIC designation demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous professional growth within the insurance industry. History and Evolution […]