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Understanding the ACORD 130 Workers Compensation Application Form

Agency Staff Articles, Helpful Tips: For Employees, Helpful Tips: For Training

What Is an ACORD 130 Form?​ If you’re beginning a career in insurance, it’s important to learn about the applications like the ACORD 130 used in the Agency Management System (AMS). ACORD forms, created by the ACORD Corporation, are standardized documents recognized across the insurance industry. They include all the details insurers require to issue […]

How to Complete the Acord 125

Agency Staff Articles, Helpful Tips: For Employees, Helpful Tips: For Training

What is an Acord 125 form? If you’re starting a career in insurance, it’s important to get comfortable with the applications used in an Agency Management System (AMS). In this article, we’ll explore the ACORD forms and specifically the ACORD 125 form. The ACORD 125 form, also referred to as the ACORD commercial insurance application […]

What’s the Difference Between an Occurrence vs Claims Made Form?

Coverage Article, Helpful Tips: For Employees

Understanding Occurrence vs. Claims-Made Insurance Policies A professional signing an insurance policy document. Insurance professionals often face decisions that affect policy coverage and risk management. Understanding the difference between claims-made vs occurrence forms is a critical part of these decisions. This article explains the distinctions between these two forms, offering clarity on occurrence based vs […]

How to Complete the Acord 126 for Insurance

Agency Staff Articles, Helpful Tips: For Employees, Helpful Tips: For Training

What is the ACORD 126 Form? As you embark on your insurance career, it’s important to get comfortable with the applications found in your Agency Management System (AMS). Below, you’ll learn more about the ACORD application you’ll use regularly to manage client data, including the essential ACORD 126 form. ACORD forms are widely accepted documents […]

ACORD 163 Form: Your Guide to Commercial Auto Insurance

Agency Staff Articles, Helpful Tips: For Employees, Helpful Tips: For Training

What is an ACORD 163 Form? As you begin a career in insurance, it’s vital to become familiar with the applications used in your Agency Management System (AMS). Below, you’ll find more details about the tools you’ll use every day to manage applicant information, including the driver schedule app for commercial auto insurance. The ACORD […]

Understanding COPE in Insurance: Breaking Down Construction, Occupancy, Protection, and Exposure

Coverage Article

Introduction to COPE Insurance: Understanding Property Risk Factors Illustration explaining COPE Insurance—Construction, Occupancy, Protection, and Exposure—key factors in property insurance underwriting. What is COPE Insurance and Why It Matters in Property Coverage? COPE is a structured method in property insurance that evaluates risk through four factors: Construction, Occupancy, Protection, and Exposure. COPE is an acronym […]

Commercial Auto Symbols Explained: A Complete Guide

Agency Staff Articles, Coverage Article

The Complete Guide to Commercial Auto Symbols A central aspect of this coverage is recognizing the commercial auto symbols in policy language. Commercial auto insurance plays a vital role in risk management for businesses that rely on vehicles. These symbols, sometimes referred to as covered auto designation symbols, clarify which types of vehicles are covered […]

CG 20 10 Explained: Additional Insured Status for Ongoing Operations

Agency Staff Articles, Coverage Article

Understanding the CG 20 10 for Ongoing Operations Many insurance professionals who manage Commercial General Liability (GCL) policies see requests to add the CG 2010 form, also recognized as the ongoing endorsement form. This ISO CG 20 10 extends additional coverage to a named entity for ongoing operations carried out by the named insured. What […]

How to Complete the ACORD 129 Form

Agency Staff Articles, Helpful Tips: For Employees, Helpful Tips: For Training

What is an ACORD 129? As you begin a career in insurance, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the applications used in the Agency Management System (AMS). This article will delve into the details of the ACORD forms you’ll be using daily to manage client information, with a special emphasis on the ACORD 129 form […]

The Primary and Non-Contributory Endorsement: What It Means and Why It Matters

Coverage Article, Helpful Tips: For Training

Why the Primary and Non-Contributory Endorsement Matters in Insurance and What it Means Insurance professionals often encounter situations where determining the order of coverage can be challenging. The primary and non-contributory endorsement clarifies which insurance policy responds before any other insurance. Understanding the primary insured meaning, how primary and non-contributory insurance functions, and potential pitfalls can reduce disputes when several insurance […]