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Long Term Care Insurance Association Supports LTC Awareness Month
The American Association for Long Term Care Insurance announced free marketing tools to support Long Term Care Awareness Month. - October 19, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Sompo Japan’s SAVE JAPAN Project Approved as the Only Private Sector “The Japan Committee for United Nations Decade on Biodiversity Partnership Projects”
Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. is pleased to announce that its “SAVE JAPAN Project – Select ‘Web-based Insurance Clause’ and Support the Protection of Endangered Species Habitats in Japan” has been approved by “The Japan Committee for United Nations Decade on Biodiversity,” as a partnership project recommended by the committee. - October 19, 2012 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.
Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. and Nipponkoa Insurance Co., Ltd. Acquired the World’s First-Ever Registration for the International Standard ISO 39001 (FDIS) for Road Traffic
Sompo Japan Insurance Inc. (President and CEO: Kengo Sakurada; hereinafter, “Sompo Japan”) and Nipponkoa Insurance Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Masaya Futamiya; hereinafter, “Nipponkoa”) have successfully acquired the world’s first-ever registration based on ISO 39001... - October 19, 2012 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.
Transguardian Covers Credit Card Fraud Shipping Risk
TransGuardian Pays Complex Insurance Claim for $12,000 - October 18, 2012 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Geoff Haver Named Vice President of Construction Division at New Day Underwriting Managers
New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, an environmental and construction-related professional liability resource for insurance agents and brokers, has named Geoffrey L. Haver as Vice President within its Construction Insurance Division. He joins the company with nearly 25 years of commercial casualty,... - October 18, 2012 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Green Peak Insurance Solutions, Inc Offers Tips to Help You Save on Auto Insurance
Purchasing the auto insurance in Fremont, California that is right for you can be confusing, especially for first-time buyers. By learning the basics on how to get the most for your money, you can save on your auto insurance and feel confident you have adequate coverage. Green Peak Insurance and... - October 18, 2012 - Green Peak Insurance Solutions, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Association Kicks Off Membership Campaign
A national membership and producer education campaign will be launched by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 18, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
NKSJ Holdings Selected for Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 3 Consecutive Years
NKSJ Holdings, Inc. (hereafter “NKSJHD”) would like to announce that it has been selected for inclusion in the DJSI World index of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (hereafter “DJSI”), the world’s first and most widely used family of global sustainability... - October 18, 2012 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.
zIngenuity Establishes zInsureRe, Inc., a Cayman Reinsurance Company
zIngenuity, a national provider of risk management and loss mitigation services for mortgage lenders and servicers, has established zInsureRe, Inc., a Cayman based Reinsurance Company. The company has been formed to expand and complement zIngenuity’s existing mortgage analytics and risk... - October 17, 2012 - zIngenuity, Inc.
Anthony J. Montimurro Joins First Fidelity Brokerage as Executive Vice President
Anthony J. Montimurro has joined First Fidelity Brokerage, Inc. as executive vice president, it was announced by Eugene B. Podokshik, principal and CEO of the firm, a leading property and casualty insurance, risk management and employee benefits insurance broker. As EVP, Montimurro will be... - October 17, 2012 - First Fidelity Brokerage, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Costs for New York Reported
A 55-year old New York state resident could expect to pay approximately $900 a year for long-term care insurance coverage according to a report by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 17, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Annual Election Period Begins Monday, San Clemente Agent Ready to Help
Help is available to seniors facing the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period in San Clemente, California. Local health insurance agent is prepared to help. - October 15, 2012 - Michael Kortz - California Health Insurance Agent
MiniCo Launches Redesigned Website for Self-Storage Insurance in Canada
MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC, has redesigned the website for its subsidiary company MiniCo Insurance Agency of Canada, Incorporated, which offers commercial insurance for Canadian self-storage businesses. The updated website, www.minico.ca, offers an engaging design and streamlined navigation to... - October 15, 2012 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Expatfinder.com Launches Internationalhealthnavigator.com to Help Consumers Compare the International Private Medical Insurance (IPMI) Plans Around the World
The website helps consumers decide with their choice of medical coverage where they can search through health insurance benefits, deductibles, coverage areas and more. - October 13, 2012 - Interexpat Ltd.
Welcome to Medicare Madness Seminar
Medicare Specialist Helen Hreen Presents Free Medicare Seminars in Naples, Florida - October 11, 2012 - Helen Hreen
Kevin J. Connolly Joins First Fidelity Brokerage as Lead Counsel of Quality Assurance
First Fidelity Brokerage has selected Kevin J. Connolly to serve as lead counsel of quality assurance, it was announced by Eugene B. Podokshik, principal and CEO of the firm. - October 11, 2012 - First Fidelity Brokerage, Inc.
Sea Isle City, NJ Property Owners Save on Flood Insurance by Retrofitting with SMART VENT®, Installation of Foundation Flood Vents Brings Homes Into Compliance with FEMA
Recognized as the leading manufacturer of passive flood mitigation products, Smart Vent Products, Inc., recently assisted in a complete flood vent retrofit of more than 45 homes in Sea Isle City, NJ. The installation of the SMART VENT® Foundation Flood Vent System ensured that homes became... - October 10, 2012 - Smart Vent Products, Inc.,
Long Term Care Insurance Riders to be Studied by Association
A growing number of life insurance companies are offering a variety of riders designed to make life policies more attractive. The relative value of these riders will be studied by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 08, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Kent Pike Receives Medicare License in North and South Carolina
Local Agent now able to offer help to Seniors in North Carolina. - October 07, 2012 - HealthMarkets/Agent Kent Pike
Long Term Care Insurance Association Offers Free Training Preview
Insurance and financial professions seeking to learn more about the marketing and sale of long term care insurance can view and listen to training programs recorded by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 05, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
AssureLease Selects First Fidelity Brokerage to Distribute Tenant Default Insurance
Innovative Program Provides Added Protection for Rental Property Owners; Reduces Initial Outlay for Renters - October 04, 2012 - First Fidelity Brokerage, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Rates Account for Upcoming Change
Prices for long term care insurance already account for the reserve changes which take effect January 1, 2013 according to the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 03, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance in Other Countries Examined
A number of countries have instituted long term care programs according to a review discussed by the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 01, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Emerge Diagnostics Announces Presentation with C.R. England and Lockton Companies’ Houston Office
Emerge Diagnostics, C.R. England and Lockton Companies’ Houston office are pleased to announce they have been jointly selected to present at the 2013 Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) Annual Conference in Los Angeles April 21st-25th. The topic of the presentation is entitled Is... - September 28, 2012 - Emerge Diagnostics
Gadget Cover Prepares for December's Launch of Superfast Phones
Gadget Cover, a leading gadget and mobile phone insurance provider, is gearing up for a busy winter following the announcement of the new 4G mobile internet service. Everything Everywhere, parent company of major network providers Orange and T-Mobile, have announced that they will be rolling out... - September 28, 2012 - Gadget Cover
Art Value is Now Guaranteed
Any client (collectors, dealers, art funds, etc.) can now limit his risk by guaranteeing with Art Auction Guarantee the price he paid to acquire an art piece privately through galleries/ dealers, private sales departments of auction house, etc. - September 27, 2012 - Art Auction Guarantee
Autonet Provides COBRA with Wholesale Solution
Autonet Insurance, the multi-award winning insurance broker, continues to grow their van insurance lines having recently secured a deal to partner with COBRA Network LTD. - September 27, 2012 - Autonet Insurance
Autonet Insurance Set to Join uSwitch Aggregator Site
Autonet Insurance, the multi-award winning insurance broker, is in the final stages of joining the popular aggregator comparison site, uSwitch. Having been in negotiations with the London-based firm over the last few months, Autonet Insurance is due to release many of its subsidiary brands onto... - September 27, 2012 - Autonet Insurance
LTC Tree's Cutting Edge Video Discusses Long Term Care Insurance
Despite the best efforts of public policymakers, insurance marketing departments, and regular discussions in the press, aging Americans are as uninformed about Long Term Care Insurance coverage as ever. LTC Tree, an online insurance broker, decided to leverage social media and YouTube by producing an animated online video series that explains to consumers what Long Term Care Insurance covers, why it's needed, and who it may be right for. - September 26, 2012 - LTC Tree
Texas Insurance Expert Urges Businesses to Protect Their Officers with Fiduciary Liability Insurance
Texas Energy Insurance Agency says it is important to protect your business and employees against lawsuits with fiduciary liability insurance policies. - September 26, 2012 - Texas Energy Insurance
Hoover and Associates to Host Shred Event
Hoover and Associates Financial Services, Inc. will be hosting their third annual “Shred Event” on Saturday, October 13, 2012, from 10 am to 2 pm. Guests can bring sensitive documents for shredding. Shred Corp, a mobile document shredding company will be on site. The services are... - September 26, 2012 - Hoover and Associates Financial Services, Inc.
Texas Insurance Expert Says Getting Disability Insurance While Healthy is a Smart Move
InsuranceAgencyTexas.com warns that waiting until you are disabled to buy disability insurance policy may be disastrous to your finances. - September 26, 2012 - Insurance Agency Texas
Long Term Care Insurance Impacted by Low Interest Rates
Persistent low interest rates are impacting long term care insurance reports Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - September 23, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
National Wellness Leader and Senior Executives Discuss Health as a Business Strategy
Intercare Insurance Solutions, one of the fastest growing full-service employee benefit consultants in Southern California is presenting on a panel for the National Human Resources Association, Orange County Chapter’s breakfast meeting on October 16, 2012. - September 22, 2012 - HUB International - West Region
Mohammed S. Choudhry, MD, PH.D., D.P.H. Recognized by Strathmore Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mohammed S. Choudhry, MD, PH.D., D.P.H. of Lawrenceville, New Jersey has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Mohammed S. Choudhry, MD, PH.D., D.P.H. Dr. Choudhry has over 50... - September 20, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
SIA Group Appoints Bill Walker as New Director of Safety & Risk Management
Twenty-Five Year Risk Management Veteran Joins Full-Service Insurance Agency - September 20, 2012 - SIA Group
First Fidelity Brokerage Restructures Under New Leadership
Insurance Industry Innovator Eugene Podokshik Takes Helm - September 16, 2012 - First Fidelity Brokerage, Inc.
Texas Insurance Agency Reveals Easy Ways to Get Cheap Auto Insurance for Teenage Drivers
InsuranceAgencyTexas.com says insurance policies for teenagers can be expensive but there are easy ways to lower the monthly premium. - September 16, 2012 - Insurance Agency Texas
Reversemortgagelendersdirect.com Continues Growth Through Acquisition of www.aboutreversemortgages.com
Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct acquires competitor www.aboutreversemortgages.com for an undisclosed sum which will allow the company to continue its online growth to become the most visited reverse mortgage website in 2012. About Reverse Mortgages.com had developed one of the highest ranked sites in the reverse mortgage market niche; Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct.com is acquiring competitors to grab larger online equity/market share. - September 15, 2012 - Reverse Mortgage Lenders Direct
Selling Long Term Care Insurance Business Will be Focus of Workshop
How to maximize the sales price for your long term care insurance agency or block of clients will be the focus of a special workshop at the upcoming American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance’s national conference. - September 13, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
HSA Watchdogs Launch Website to Explain Health Spending Accounts and Eligible Expenses
Information about a Health Spending Account including rules, regulations, eligibility, etc is now only a click away. - September 08, 2012 - HSA Watchdogs
Advanced Concepts in Insurance, LC Celebrates Its 1st Successful Year in Business
Advanced Concepts In Insurance, LLC is celebrating its first full year in business today! They wish to thank all of their clients, vendors and supporters! - September 07, 2012 - Advanced Concepts In Insurance, LLC
Top Producer Joins MedMal Direct Insurance Co. as Vice President of Sales
Jacksonville-based MedMal Direct Insurance Company welcomes David Kroupa as Vice President of Sales. In this role, Kroupa will be responsible for the development, management and execution of the medical malpractice insurance sales strategies for the company. Butler Ball, Chief Executive Officer of... - September 07, 2012 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Younger Long Term Care Insurance Claimants Examined
A new study from the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance examines younger claimants in their 20s, 30s and 40s. - September 07, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
SIA Group Named Among Top 100 Privately-Held Independent Agencies
Local Insurance Firm Recognized by Insurance Journal for High Premium Volume in 2011 - September 06, 2012 - SIA Group
Car Insurance Comparing Launches Online
Car Insurance Comparing launches online offering consumers a free service to search for the lowest auto insurance without even talking to an insurance agent. - September 05, 2012 - carinsurancecomparing.com
Why Now is the Best Time to Buy Life Insurance - Local Insurance Expert Recommends Putting a Financial Safety Net in Place
In honor of Life Insurance Awareness Month, Mindy Lamont launches www.theinsurist.com. - September 04, 2012 - The Insurist
Texas Insurance Expert Says Hurricane Isaac Should Make Every Texas Homeowner Get Flood Insurance Now
Insurance Agency Texas urges Texans not to wait until Hurricane or other flood disaster hits them to start looking for flood insurance. - September 02, 2012 - Insurance Agency Texas
Jeanne Jarosz American Family Insurance Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Evergreen Park, Il
New Agent, Jeanne Jarosz, is celebrating the opening of her new agency in Evergreen Park, IL with an Ice Cream Social and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. - September 01, 2012 - American Family Insurance, Jeanne Jarosz
The StoneHill Group Announces Major Expansion at the Atlanta Headquarters
The StoneHill Group, a national provider of mortgage quality control, due diligence, government insuring and post closing services to the mortgage industry nationwide, announced that it is expanding the Atlanta, Georgia headquarters to 15,000 feet in order to accommodate the dynamic growth within... - August 30, 2012 - The StoneHill Group