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Covering the risks of home-based businesses

Posted on July 27, 2020

The self-employed who rely on home insurance for business exposures are risking their personal assets...

When we finally put COVID-19 behind us, it’s expected more people than ever before will be working from home. Some will be small businesses that carved out a home office and began working remotely when...
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Saluting Women in New England Insurance: Laura Henderson

Posted on July 24, 2020

The July 24, 2020 issue of The Standard includes the second annual salute to women in the New England insurance industry. The issue features many women who are in leadership positions at local agencies, associations...
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Advancing Women as Independent Agency Leaders

Posted on July 24, 2020

Knowing there are roughly 400,000 insurance professionals at or nearing retirement age, there are more roles, new and old, to be filled across the country. The same is true for independent insurance agencies. As a...
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SIAA Reports Excellent Results in First Half of 2020

Posted on July 17, 2020

Hampton, NH – July 17, 2020: SIAA (Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance, Inc.), the largest independent insurance alliance in the United States, reports steady growth in the first half of 2020, as it continues signing new...
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Locking In Client Loyalty

Posted on June 26, 2020

Ways to improve retention and build cross-selling opportunities in the COVID-19 era

As the impact of the coronavirus continues to disrupt our lives, the healthcare system, and our economy in so many ways, independent agents are being called on to serve clients and provide valuable trusted advice...
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Independent Agents Can Reassure Homeowners During Difficult Times

Posted on June 15, 2020

Many people who have lost jobs or been furloughed due to the pandemic are struggling to pay their mortgage and feeling the stress and insecurity that comes with it. In this environment, they may welcome...
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SIAA Reaches $9.1 Billion in Total Written Premium

Posted on June 2, 2020

Hampton, NH – June 2, 2020: SIAA (Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance, Inc.), the largest independent insurance alliance in the United States, recently announced it has reached $9.1 Billion in total written premium as of April...
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SIAA Reports Strong First Quarter and Anticipates Continued Growth

Posted on May 13, 2020

Hampton, NH, May 13, 2020: SIAA (Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance, Inc.), the largest independent insurance alliance in the United States, reported strong growth in the first quarter of 2020, signing new members at a pace...
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As Cyber Risks Grow, So Does the Need for Small Business Coverage

Posted on April 20, 2020

With cyberattacks on the rise and many small businesses unaware of the dangers, independent insurance agents are in a good position to educate clients about their risks, recommend preventative measures, and provide protection with a...
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Rough Notes Agency of the Month: Hyland Insurance/AHA Insurance Network

Posted on March 30, 2020

Tim Hyland started his working life as a high school teacher and coach after graduating from St. Louis University where, in addition to studying, he also played basketball. His next job was as an administrator...
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