Do you have what it takes to be the champion? Enter now for Commercial Agency Awards for Excellence!
For the first time, AA&B is partnering with National Underwriter in calling for entries from its readers for the 2010 Commercial Agency Awards for Excellence competition. Entries are due July 1. Read all about the award program
here.
Which group least understands small business?
When it comes to understanding the needs of small businesses, plenty of entities are clueless, from Wall Street to their own consumers. Which group understands least? Weigh in by taking an informal poll on our Web page here.
WEB EXCLUSIVES
NFIP: More of the same
It's the middle of spring flood season, and Congress's failure to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program is putting consumers and insurance agents in a tough situation. Learn about the latest in legislative developments and how you can advise your clients in the meantime. Read the story
here.
The new healthcare law: What it means for agents and brokers
It's heeeere…and in spite of all the angst, passage of the healthcare reform law could mean new sales and consulting opportunities for agents and brokers. Read our interview with a professional who was privy to the Capitol Hill healthcare reform discussions to learn what you can really expect from the controversial new law. Read the story
here.
Tax filings, financial statements—and new pitfalls
We're closing in on the end of tax time and year-end financial reporting for many in the insurance industry. But this year is a little different: banks and other lenders are being especially careful about financial statements, for any justifiable reason. Bob Pettinicchi, head of InsurBanc, writes about the red flags and suggests ways to avoid them
here.
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