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The Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center Goes Live; The FFAC Launched Their New Membership Self Help Assistance Site Today
The Federal Foreclosure Assistance today launched their online interactive website to help home owners at risk. With Foreclosures soaring to historic levels, banks, mortgage companies, lenders and loan service organizations are looking for creative solutions to keep home owners in their homes and open lines of communication. The FFAC helps home owners develop plans and get results from their lenders and to understand the foreclosure process. - March 20, 2008 - Federal Banking Coop
NHA Announces a National LTC Marketing Campaign for Employer Groups
National Health Administrators (NHA), a national insurance agency with over 20 years experience providing Long Term Care insurance to member-based groups, is expanding its marketing efforts to include for-profit and non-profit employer groups. - March 20, 2008 - National Health Administrators
Company to Launch First Peer-to-Peer Insurance System
Thinking Mode LLC will launch a new type of insurance in the U.S. called Peer-to-Peer Insurance. The insurance system, which is based on pooling safe drivers and homeowners to insure each other cheaply, will enable subscribers to retain ownership of some of the premium they pay as well as have some... - March 13, 2008 - Thinking Mode LLC
Arnold A. Dicke, FSA, MAAA, FCA, EA Joins New World Marketing, Inc. as President of Actuarial Consulting Division
New World Marketing Inc., a leader in Consulting and Executive Search for the Financial Services Industry announced today the appointment of Arnold A. Dicke, FSA, MAAA, FCA, EA as President of its actuarial, financial, and specialty consulting practice. Dicke is an actuary with 30 years experience... - March 08, 2008 - New World Marketing
Life is Good RX Announces Free Prescription Plan
The Life is Good Rx program will provide on the spot price reductions of up to 75% percent on commonly used prescription drugs. Any resident of the United States is eligible to receive a card, it is completely free of charge and there are no burdensome qualification criteria or application processes. Savings are calculated instantly at the time of purchase. - March 07, 2008 - Life is Good Prescription Plan
Alternative Sentencing Targets Traffic Offenders
Judges opting for advanced driving school over financial fines for young traffic offenders in Southern Nevada. American Traffic Academy used exclusively to fulfill specially designed half day clinics. - March 07, 2008 - American Traffic Academy Inc.
IBD Insurance Services Vice President Named Secretary of Chix In Business
Jim Price, president of IBD Insurance Services (www.ibdinsurance.com), an insurance agency specializing in group and individual health coverage, has announced that Andrea Hunnicutt Grater has been named secretary of Chix In Business. Dedicated to helping women business owners succeed, Grater helped... - March 07, 2008 - IBD Insurance Services
L&W Investigations Awards Colorado Territory to Richard Benzo
L&W Investigations, a private investigations firm specializing in insurance fraud, recently awarded its Colorado territory to Richard Benzo. Based in Boulder, the new Colorado office joins a network of 35 private investigations offices across the U.S. and Canada. - March 06, 2008 - L & W Investigations
Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald Attorney First to be LEED Accredited in Virginia
Chris Cheatham, attorney with the construction and surety law firm Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald, has been certified as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Cheatham is the only Virginia practicing... - March 05, 2008 - Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald
Former Limited-Benefit Medical Plan Executives Launch New Firm. Founders of Ternian Insurance Group Remain Committed to Voluntary Marketplace.
A team of veterans from Star HRG, which pioneered the concept of limited-benefit medical (mini-med) plans before being bought by CIGNA, has launched a start-up organization targeting voluntary benefit programs designed to help uninsured and underinsured individuals. Star HRG’s former... - March 01, 2008 - Ternian Insurance Group LLC.
SIA Group Wins 2007 Campaign of the Year Award
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that the firm has received the 2007 Campaign of the Year Award from the United Way of Onslow County. The award recognizes the top fund-raising campaign... - February 29, 2008 - SIA Group
New Classes of Business Added to ISA’s Social Service Program
Irwin Siegel Agency, Inc., a leading specialty underwriter of Insurance package programs for the Social Services field, recently announced the addition of classes to their Social Service Insurance program, as well as, enhanced commission opportunities for local agents and brokers submitting risks in these classes. - February 29, 2008 - Irwin Siegel Agency, Inc.
RNCOS Releases Report on "China Insurance Sector Till 2010"
The growing incidents of accidents, natural calamities, diseases, and robbery have given rise to increased need for insurance. China, the country with the largest population and a dynamically growing economy, is seeing a stir in its insurance industry. China’s insurance industry is scaling... - February 24, 2008 - RNCOS
Social Networking Being Used to Build Traditional Businesses
Large virtual offices being built online allow employees to work from home while benefiting from the support of a large organization. - February 22, 2008 - RescueMyInsurance.com
SIA Group Names Employee Benefits Consultant
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Jon Blackwell has been named employee benefits consultant. In this position, Blackwell will be responsible for business development, cost-benefit... - February 21, 2008 - SIA Group
Medical Tourism Association President, Jonathan Edelheit, Featured as a Visionary in US Healthcare
The Medical Tourism Association's President, Jonathan Edelheit, has been featured as a visionary in US Healthcare for Medical Tourism in the February edition of Managed Healthcare Executive Magazine. The Magazine is distributed to 40,000 US healthcare executive leaders. Mr. Edelheit has been a... - February 21, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
The ABC’s of Insurance Does TV Show on Understanding Your Taxes with H&R Block, Hosted by Les Robinson
A Western New York TV series on insurance and business. Les Robinson of the Northwoods Agency and his guests, Randy Galley District Manager of H&R Block and Michelle Lobuzzetta Senior Tax Advisor with H&R Block will talk about Understanding your Taxes and getting the maximum refund for... - February 21, 2008 - Northwoods
SIA Group Names Loss Control Consultant
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that R. Adam White has been hired as a loss control consultant. In this position, White will be responsible for educating sales representatives and clients... - February 13, 2008 - SIA Group
Faster, Easier, Better Value Car Insurance – Revamped Aussie Site Offers More
When it comes to car insurance, Australia benefits from a range of companies. Now, 1 Cover has revamped and streamlined their site and processes to raise the bar on insurance standards. One of the first companies with enough vision to capture the strengths of the Internet and go online with car... - February 11, 2008 - 1Cover Car Insurance
RNCOS’ Releases Report on Opportunities in Brazil Insurance Market
RNCOS’ has added a new report on Brazil Insurance Market in its report gallery. The report titled “Opportunities in Brazil Insurance Market” provides extensive research and in-depth analysis on the insurance sector in Brazil. The report helps clients to analyze the leading-edge... - February 09, 2008 - RNCOS
Surequote Delivers Agents a Fast and Effective Method for Selling Life Insurance
SureQuote is continuing to carve its place in the insurance marketplace as an industry leader by offering unrestricted access to real time leads and instant issue products through its partnership with insurance carriers. - February 06, 2008 - SureQuote
SIA Group Releases Podcast on Marine Insurance
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced the release of a podcast discussing marine insurance and why it is valuable to boat owners. In the podcast, Bill Mills, vice president of SIA Group,... - February 04, 2008 - SIA Group
RNCOS Releases Report on Opportunities in Middle East Insurance Market
With insurance sector booming, RNCOS’ has added a new market research report in its report gallery. The report named “Opportunities in Middle East Insurance Market” provides extensive research and in-depth analysis of the insurance sector in the Middle East. The report helps... - February 04, 2008 - RNCOS
Beat the Winter Blues with a New Year Holiday, But Don't Forget Your Travel Insurance, Says Fair Investment Company
A winter holiday on the sunny slopes could be the best way to kick-start the New Year and to recharge your batteries after a busy Christmas. And, if you don't fancy starting 2008 with any serious financial headaches, remember to include travel insurance when planning your getaway. According to... - February 01, 2008 - Fair Investment Company
Keystone Reports a Growth in Construction Insurance
Increased concern, social trends and improved coverage of construction risks have contributed to the rise of construction insurance policies. - January 28, 2008 - Keystone Insurance
Downsize - South Korean Insurance Industry Cutting on Solicitors
Insurance has become a need of the modern era and South Korean insurance industry has proved it just right. But the country is downsizing the number of insurance solicitors. - January 27, 2008 - RNCOS
Kanetix.ca Study Sees Increase in Auto Insurance Premiums - Again
The news is grim for Ontario’s auto insurance consumers. For the second quarter in a row, kanetix.ca saw a year-over-year increase in the average of the lowest auto insurance premiums quoted. - January 24, 2008 - Kanetix
Irish Construction Now Prefers the Safe Way
Irish insurance broker Keystone reports a rapid growth in the demand for Construction Insurance. - January 23, 2008 - Keystone Insurance
National Life Group Insurance Company Introduces “Next Generation” UL Product
Two Popular National Life Universal Life Products, Harbor and Horizon, are Enhanced - January 21, 2008 - National Life Group
EU Directives and Banks of Non-EEA Countries: MiFID, UCITS iii, 8th Directive, Basel ii / CRD, Conglomerates Directive, Regulation for Hedge Funds
Compliance LLC launched a new web site and a new training course for banks and financial organizations of non-EEA countries that want to provide services to European clients. - January 16, 2008 - Compliance LLC
Alexander Aviation Announces New Web Site
Alexander Aviation Associates announces the completion of their new web site, www.alexanderaviation.com. Developed specifically with fast and simple navigation as a primary goal, the site focuses on U.S. aviation insurance, including recent industry changes that affect private pilots and aviation professionals - January 15, 2008 - Alexander Aviation Associates, Inc.
Life Settlement Company Announces Key Managerial Appointments
In the emerging industry of Life Settlements, one company has had great success across the globe largely due to the team of executives that run the show. MOSAIC Management Group, Inc. has recently promoted and taken on several key executives that are expected to lead the company in its worldwide operations and take the company to the top of the industry during 2008. - January 13, 2008 - MOSAIC Management Group, inc.
Reliance Insurance Group Relocates Offices in Woodbridge, NJ
Expanded Facilities to Accommodate Growing Insurance Practice - January 11, 2008 - Jaffecom
HealthConnect Adds Vermont to Its Online Quoting Platform Through Partnership with MVP Health Care
MVP Health Care has extended its partnership with HealthConnect, the leading online network for buyers and sellers of health insurance and employee benefits, with the addition of the state of Vermont to its online quoting platform. MVP’s small group rate, benefit and provider information as... - January 10, 2008 - HealthConnect Systems
Tritus Insurance Group Creates New Revenue Stream for Mortgage Originators and Loan Officers; Market Dynamics Create New Product Demands Within the Mortgage Industry
Tritus Insurance Group, LLC (Tritus Insurance) a leading national insurance company, launches an initiative to develop and distribute products and services that will create additional revenue streams for Mortgage Originators and Loan Officers. Through long term research, due diligence, and... - January 05, 2008 - Tritus Insurance Group
SIA Group Sales Executive Receives CRIS Designation
Don Mills, president of SIA Group, a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Angela K. Hudnell, sales executive for the agency at its Greenville office, has received the designation of Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS). Launched... - January 04, 2008 - SIA Group
Release of SAIL - Secure Automated Interactive Library
Background Investigations, public records research all ordered and managed through RMS's interactive system. - January 02, 2008 - FSE, LLC
eGlobalHealth Insurers Agency, LLC Launches Web Site Designed for Those Needing Medical, Life, Disability and Other Special Risk Insurance Needs Worldwide
eGlobalHealth Insurers Agency, LLC officially launches www.GlobalRiskBroker.com, a unique online, independent special risk insurance brokerage agency. Features include such programs ranging from high-risk global medical, life and disability insurance to special risk contingency plans like Kidnap and Ransom Insurance & even Defense Base Act Workers’ Compensation coverage. - January 01, 2008 - eGlobalHealth Insurers Agency, LLC
Accident Insurance Company, Inc. (AIC) is Approved to Write Commercial Auto Coverage in South Carolina and Mississippi
AIC has received approval from the South Carolina and Mississippi Departments of Insurance to start writing commercial auto liability and physical damage coverage on an admitted basis. This new competitively priced program targets harder to write classes of business such as; open lot used car... - December 29, 2007 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
SIA Group Employees Receive Accredited Adviser in Insurance Designation (AAI)
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that 16 employees from its Jacksonville office have been designated as an Accredited Adviser in Insurance (AAI). The AAI designation recognizes industry... - December 28, 2007 - SIA Group
Doctors Now Do It Through the Eyelid - Glaucoma Eye Pressure IOP Test
About a year ago no doctor would believe that it was possible, but today it is becoming a mainstream procedure. Inpatient & Outpatient Clinics such as Hospitals, Emergency Rooms, Nursing & Elderly Homes, General & Specialty Practitioners are joining Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with "Provocative Test for Glaucoma." - December 26, 2007 - BiCOM Inc.
Strong Economy Kick Starts the Brazil Insurance Market, Says RNCOS
Brazil is finally out of its ‘soccer-fanatic’ image as the country is fast becoming a promising ground for international insurers. The RNCOS report has found out the reasons leading the insurance market to growth. - December 23, 2007 - RNCOS
SIA Group’s New Bern Office Participates in the Salvation Army’s Adopt a Family Program
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that the firm’s New Bern office, SIA-Stallings Insurance, is participating in The Salvation Army’s Adopt A Family program. In lieu of... - December 22, 2007 - SIA Group
MyTerm.com Offers Return of Premium Quotes
MyTerm.com, a national insurance brokerage representing the top term life insurance companies in North America, has added Return of Premium term life insurance quotes to its website. - December 21, 2007 - myTerm.com
Free Life Insurance Leads Come with the SureQuote System
Life Insurance sales have never been easier. SureQuote, the leading provider of Life Insurance Leads software and services, today announced that they have successfully deployed the SureQuote Lead Management System to help Agents sustain and build their competitive advantage. - December 20, 2007 - SureQuote
IT and Information Security After Sarbanes-Oxley: A New Paper From Compliance LLC
An open letter to IT and Information Security professionals that discusses the shift of focus from information security to "reasonable assurance." - December 18, 2007 - Compliance LLC
Keystone Insurance Reports an Increase in Public Liability Insurance
The rise in public liability insurance is motivated by changed litigation habits and affordability, Keystone explains. - December 16, 2007 - Keystone Insurance
Keystone Offers Wind Energy Insurance
The leading Irish insurance company now offers a new service to meet the quickly growing demand in the new wind energy sector. - December 14, 2007 - Keystone Insurance
SIA Group Employees Earn Accredited Adviser in Insurance Designation
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with six offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Connie Harris, office manager, Deborah Whitley, account executive/agent, and Angela K. Hudnell, sales executive, have received the designation of... - December 13, 2007 - SIA Group
GE Insurance Institute First in New York State with Online Prelicensing Education
The Global Education Insurance Institute is the first and only prelicensing course provider approved by the NYS Insurance Department for online insurance prelicensing courses. - December 13, 2007 - GlobalED Virtual University