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The Emergent Success of MyLifeAudit Life Insurance Policy Review Leads to Formation of Life Audit Professionals, LLC
Managing member, Richard Newman, CPA, today announced the establishment of Life Audit Professionals, LLC, the company responsible for developing MYLIFEAUDIT, a proprietary life insurance policy review system. MYLIFEAUDIT was developed while Newman was a partner at Newman + Cohen Financial... - April 20, 2011 - MYLIFEAUDIT
John Heft Promoted to Senior Vice President, Director Real Estate Practice at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC
New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, an environmental and construction-related professional liability resource for insurance agents and brokers, today announced the promotion of John Heft of Spring City, Pa. to Senior Vice President, Director Real Estate Practice. With over 20 years of environmental... - April 19, 2011 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
OAI Discusses the Effects of Adding a Driver to an Auto Insurance Policy
As a new FAQ published on OnlineAutoInsurance.com points out, adding drivers — especially young ones — to a policy can have a serious impact on total premiums. Families wishing to see the best route to take when it comes to adding a younger driver to a policy can generate free car... - April 19, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
SIA Group Announces New Hire to Administrative Support Team
Christine Stevens Joins Local Insurance Agency - April 14, 2011 - SIA Group
webmoney Announces the Launch of Their New Online Articles Directory
To celebrate the success of the homeprotect service at the 2010 British Insurance Awards and to promote the release of the UNLOCK insurance guide for ex-offenders, webmoney is excited to unveil a range of new articles created to assist customers; standard and non-standard alike. - April 13, 2011 - HomeProtect.co.uk
Trupanion Pet Insurance Gears Up for Earth Day
Trupanion commemorates Earth Day by putting together a list of things pet owners can do to lessen the impact their pets make on the environment. - April 11, 2011 - Trupanion
OAI Outlines Particulars of the Calif. Low Cost Car Insurance Program
In a new FAQ, the writers at OnlineAutoInsurance.com explain the details of a program that has been helping low-income Californians maintain proper car insurance coverage for more than 10 years. The California Low Cost Automobile Insurance (CLCA) program, OnlineAutoInsurance.com says, provides... - April 11, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
Manulife Wants to be Your "Pal" and Set Your Mind at "Ease"
New accident and critical illness plans catered to protect your lifestyle - April 10, 2011 - Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Continues to Expand, Strengthen Operations – Completes Merger with Carolina-Based Reliance Administrators, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc., has obtained the assets of Reliance Administrators, Inc. -- a Rock Hill S.C., based wholesaler that specialized in workers’ compensation, commercial lines, and niche program opportunities for independent insurance agents nationwide. The acquisition is effective... - April 08, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
What Recession? Low-Insurance.org Reveals Insurance Shopping Trends.
Low-Insurance.org conducted a recent study through a variety of methods to see how people felt about comparison shopping for auto insurance. The question asked was, “How many insurance companies did you quote for your current auto policy?” - April 06, 2011 - Low Insurance
Life Insurance Rates Expands Consumer Assistance Options
Visitors can now phone the call center of the Life Insurance Rates site in order to request quotes on policies at no cost. The new phone option supplements the existing quote-request system that relies on an online form. - April 05, 2011 - Life Insurance Rates
OAI Outlines Differences Between UM and UIM Auto Insurance Coverages
An analysis of rates from 13 California insurers show that uninsured motorist insurance can add significant protection for a small cost. - April 04, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance Forays Into Group Business
After achieving success on retail front through bancassurance, launches new channel targeting corporate segment as the next step to increase its market position beyond Top 10. - April 02, 2011 - Canara HSBC Life Insurance
Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance in Top League
Successfully Establishes Itself Amongst Top Ten Private Players, Demonstrates Market Leadership in 13-Month Persistency Ratio and Launches Three Products Under "Smart Solutions." - April 02, 2011 - Canara HSBC Life Insurance
CPEhr Approved as Credit Provider by HR Certification Institute
HR Outsourcing firm CPEhr receives approval from HR Certification Institute to provide HR recertification credits to HR professionals. - April 01, 2011 - CPE HR, Inc.
Oliver Quinn, Esq. Among Featured Speakers at CEFLI Ethics Summit Meeting
Oliver Quinn, Esq., Principal and Senior Counselor of Taft and Partners, a Princeton-based communications firm, has been asked to speak at the 2011 CEFLI Ethics Summit Meeting on Wednesday, April 13 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. - March 31, 2011 - Taft and Partners
Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance Appoints John Holden as Chief Executive Officer
Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance Company Limited – a joint venture between two of India’s largest public sector banks, Canara Bank and Oriental Bank of Commerce, and HSBC Insurance (Asia Pacific) Holdings Limited, announced the appointment of Mr John Holden as the... - March 31, 2011 - Canara HSBC Life Insurance
Hereditary Conditions Such as Legg Perthes Disease Are Not Automatically Considered Pre-Existing, Says Trupanion
Trupanion reminds owners of pets prone to Legg Perthes disease to make sure their pet insurance provider covers the condition. - March 28, 2011 - Trupanion
Online Auto Insurance Explains Important Differences in Physical Damage Coverages
In most states, there are three different types of auto insurance coverages pertaining to damages to cars and other types of property: property damage liability, collision and comprehensive. Property damage liability actually does not cover damage to the policyholder’s own car. Rather, it... - March 28, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
MarketScout Wholesale, LLC Expands Further in Southern California
Tere Muston Joins the MSW Family. - March 28, 2011 - MarketScout Wholesale
EnsuranceEZ.com Launched Auto Insurance Comparison Service
The Ensurance EZ website provides quick access to free insurance quotes and information on the various products offered, including auto, home, health and life insurance. - March 27, 2011 - EnsuranceEz.com
MyInsuranceClub.com Launches 24x7 Online Insurance Helpline
MyInsuranceClub.com has launched an online insurance helpline with its Ask an Expert section. The website will provide answers to any insurance-related questions within 24 hours. This is a first of its kind service being launched with such turn-around times. - March 27, 2011 - MyInsuranceClub.com
Hartman Inventory Systems Expands Into Michigan - Elite Inventory is New Group Member
This engineering couple chose to start a business to control their own destiny. Their personal property inventory business helps others achieve a smoother and quicker insurance claim process. - March 26, 2011 - Nationwide Inventory Professionals LLC
RAM Technologies Releases HEALTHsuite® Version 10 Extending Capabilities to Reduce the Costs of Benefit and Claims Administration
RAM Technologies, Inc. has announced the release of version 10 of the enterprise wide claims management solution HEALTHsuite®. - March 24, 2011 - RAM Technologies, Inc.
New York City Foreclosure Listings in February 2011 Down 82% from February 2010 Levels
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions was down 82% in February 2011 compared to February 2010, and was down 59% from January 2011. - March 22, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Online Auto Insurance Highlights Important Ways to Evaluate a Carrier
Checking resources like consumer-complaint reports can help ensure that policyholders will be satisfied with their coverage providers. - March 21, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
EInsuranceEz.com Launches Car Insurance Quotes Comparison Website
At recently launched EInsuranceez.com, they strive to compare more providers than any other insurance comparison site, to help consumers find coverage that best suits their needs. - March 21, 2011 - EInsuranceEz.com
Life Insurance Blog Launched by EzCheapLifeInsurance.com
The Life insurance coverage Buyer's Blog provides buyers with clear, concise nontechnical straight talk for all the important factors of life insurance. - March 21, 2011 - EzCheapLifeInsurance.com
PolicyMap Offers Free Mapping Widgets with FEMA Flood Zone Data
FEMA Flood Zone data is now accessible in a free widget from PolicyMap.com. PolicyMap overlays the latest FEMA data on U.S. maps so that flood zone locations, down to the parcel level, are immediately apparent. Anyone can offer their website users the ability to view and interact with this data by... - March 20, 2011 - PolicyMap
Manulife Singapore Announces Senior Management Appointments
Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd. has recently expanded its Senior Management team as part of its growth strategy in Singapore. It has made key appointments in the areas of Legal and Compliance as well in two newly created business units - Strategic Initiatives Office and Accident & Health. Ms... - March 18, 2011 - Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd
SIA Group Announces New Marketing Coordinator
Nikki Hartley Joins Local Insurance Agency - March 17, 2011 - SIA Group
CPEhr Announces 2011 Health Insurance Renewal Rates 10 Percent Below Regional Average
Los Angeles Human Resources firm CPEhr announces 2011 HMO group insurance premiums substantially below regional average - March 15, 2011 - CPE HR, Inc.
Pet Dentistry: Trupanion Covers Complications with Tooth Eruption and Exfoliation
Issues with the normal development of teeth – known as tooth eruption and exfoliation – are not often covered by pet insurance companies. Trupanion is one of the few that does cover these issues. - March 14, 2011 - Trupanion
OAI Educates Consumers About Uninsured Motorist Insurance
A new FAQ recently published on OnlineAutoInsurance.com provides insight to consumers about the positives of purchasing uninsured motorist protection. In some states, protecting against uninsured motorists is required by law. But in most states it is only an add-on to mandatory liability or... - March 14, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
LowInsuranceQuote.org Launches New Wordpress Website Compatible with the Surehits Insurance Affiliate Network
LowInsuranceQuote.org launched a new website to make it much easier for people to get a free online quote for home, health, life, business, and auto insurance all compatible with the Surehits network. - March 11, 2011 - LowInsuranceQuote.org
New Division of South Africa’s Top Insurance Provider Offering Business Insurance Coverage
Businesses all over the world need to understand the importance of good quality business insurance. Businesses need to be prepared for any eventuality that could arise, which may interfere with the ability for the business to continue to operate at its peak earning potential. When the worst happens... - March 11, 2011 - Insurancequotesa.co.za
AuraPortal Improves INS's Proceedings Support in Costa Rica
This project involves the workflow of thousands of civil servants, more than a million clients, and millions of documents managed by complex and highly automated BPM processes. - March 11, 2011 - AuraPortal
SIA Group Announces New Marketing & Human Resource Program Manager
Morgan Markham Joins Local Insurance Agency - March 10, 2011 - SIA Group
Viva La Brand Adds Another Market Leader as a Client: RV America Insurance
Cleveland-based Viva La Brand was selected by RV America Insurance, the country's largest RV insurance agency, to lead its marketing strategy and advertising agency search efforts. - March 09, 2011 - Viva La Brand
Insurance Estimate System Released to Michigan Customers
Quote Volume provides a free on-line shopping tool for Michigan consumers seeking great rates for auto or homeowners insurance from national companies. Local agents serve each client however, so customers receive the benefit of national rate competition and the best local service available. - March 08, 2011 - Quote Volume.com
Aran Insurance Services Group Announces Senior Management Additions
Aran Insurance Services Group announced today the appointment of Jim Henry as Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO) of property and casualty operations and Kevin DeMoss as Vice President of Product Development. In his role as CUO of Aran’s P&C operations, Henry will lead the development of... - March 07, 2011 - Aran Insurance Services Group
Report: Traffic Increases to Online Auto Insurance Sites
New statistics show that an increasing portion of consumers are accessing smaller car insurance companies’ sites as well as the free coverage resources at sites like OnlineAutoInsurance.com. - March 07, 2011 - Online Auto Insurance
QGM Newsletter Article Reveals Tips on How to Save for the Future During a Recession
Saving for the future is among the top financial concerns most people have today according to several popular polls. However, the current recession has changed things dramatically and this has forced many individuals and families to postpone saving indefinitely. Life goes on and saving for the... - March 06, 2011 - Quality Growth Management Inc
PRM Insurance Services Merges Business and Operations Into Newly Formed Phoenix Risk Management, (a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Intercare Specialty Risk)
Phoenix Risk Management Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Intercare Specialty Risk Insurance Services, Inc., now manages the business and operations formerly adminstrated by PRM Insurance Services, Inc. - March 05, 2011 - Phoenix Risk Management
Life Insurance Rates Unveils New Side-by-Side Product Coverage Comparison Tables
On its home page, LifeInsuranceRates.com has added side-by-side tables comparing and contrasting the four major types of coverage: whole life, term life, universal life, and survivorship life. The tables are displayed prominently on the site for quick, easy access to various policy quotes. - March 01, 2011 - Life Insurance Rates
Trupanion Pet Insurance Expands to Connecticut
Dog and cat owners in Connecticut now have a new option when it comes to pet insurance. - February 28, 2011 - Trupanion
Beacon Insurance Group, Inc. 2010 Award Supplier of the Year
South Carolina Hospitality Association Announces 2010 Industry Awards - February 28, 2011 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) Opens Second Location in Bozeman, Montana
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) now has a second office in Bozeman, Montana. Due to the increased number of positions being offered within TRG, a second location was necessary in order to accommodate the company’s continued growth. - February 28, 2011 - Trade Risk Guaranty
The Effects of Self-Storage Renovation and Door Replacement on Income the Focus of MiniCo Webinar
Today’s self-storage market is more competitive than ever. A company may have a user-friendly Web site and excellent marketing, but if the facility appears outdated, unsafe or simply unattractive, it may lose renters. On March 23, 2011, City Storage LLC Founder and Managing Partner Glen... - February 28, 2011 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Victorian and Queensland Flood Victims Ignored by Insurers Get a Lifeline Through VMG
Smaller Mortgage lenders such as Victorian Mortgage Group are stepping up to offer Australian victims of flooding and other natural disasters a lifeline when they need it most. - February 26, 2011 - Victorian Mortgage Group