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Back to Basics – Important Flood Resources Agents Need

Flood insurance is a victim of politics. Information learned a few years ago may no longer apply. Stay current.

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Homeowners’ Quiz

Test your knowledge of Homeowners’ using this 17-question quiz. Click here to access the quiz. Click here to download the answer key.     Last updated: December 4, 2020

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Personal Lines Quiz

Test your knowledge of Personal Lines using this 10-question quiz. Click here to access the quiz. Click here to download the answer key.   Last updated: November 6, 2020

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New Flood Insurance Manual

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) updated its Flood Insurance Manual effective April 1, 2020. Following are links to the updated manual and appendices.

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The Era of Vehicle Hacking is Here. Are Insurers Ready?

Do you think your car can be “stolen” yet still be sitting in the parking lot or driveway with you in it? Well, evidently, it can – it’s called “Hacking.” Because of the technology found in new vehicles, hacker may be able to “steal” your car even though you are still in possession of it.

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How Should My Agency Handle Nonresponsive Separated/Divorced Individuals on a PAP?

An agent asks: I’m working on establishing a standard office procedure for our office when dealing w/ divorce and personal auto policies. At what point are we able to remove the other party? If the first named insured sends in a copy of the formal divorce decree, are we able to then proceed with removing…

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Church-Owned, Pastor Insured: Is This Correct?

An agent asks: A vehicle is registered to a church that provides the vehicle to the senior pastor and his wife for their personal use. The vehicle is insured on the pastor’s PAP and the church is not listed as an additional insured. The pastor and his wife use the vehicle mostly for their personal…

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