MAIA Visits Congressional Delegation in DC
Last week, we met with our Congressional Delegation to discuss numerous issues at the Big “I” Legislative Conference. We discussed priorities impacting independent agents, including small business tax fairness, reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and concerns regarding the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Non-Compete proposal. Read the complete Issue Summary here.
Cassandra Koegel Receives the YAC Champion Award
Last week during the Emerging Leaders Luncheon at the Big “I” Legislative Conference, the achievements of our Young Agents were recognized. Our very own YAC Co-Chair, Cassandra Koegel, AVP of Business Development at Eastern Insurance Group, received the Young Agent Champion Award. This award is selected by the Big “I” National Young Agents Committee (YAC)…
B2B Requirements
To establish standards for Business-to-Business (B2B) service and operation in the Service Centers, effective May 2, 2023, the requirements described in this training update will apply to all Service Centers offering B2B service and to the use of B2B service by dealerships, insurance companies, fleets, and “runners.” View the updated B2B Requirements here. View the…
Taxi Registration Requirements
Beginning May 1, 2023, the RMV will require and verify that all applicants for a taxi registration either carry the required commercial insurance coverage for a taxi OR be “self-insured” through the process available through the State Treasurer (pursuant to General Laws Chapter 90, § 34D-F). Also, effective May 1, 2023, the RMV will require…
Redesigned Quebec Registrations
In February 2023, Quebec redesigned its Registration Certificates. The most notable change is that certificates are now printed on plain white paper; they were previously printed on green paper. Also, the new certificates only display fields that are relevant (for example, axles, unit number, and vehicle status). Both the new white certificates and old green certificates will…
Host Liquor Coverage and the ISO Homeowners Policy
April 19, 2023 Written By: Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, CRIS, MLIS, LIA, CPIW – Vice President of Technical Affairs, MAIA An agent recently asked: We have been questioning if MPIUA has an exclusion for Host Liquor Liability. Someone has brought it to our attention, but we have read the policy form, and we…
Congratulations, 2023 Scholarship Winners!
AILP Bobbi Driscoll – Gaudette Insurance George Bitsakis – First American Insurance Holly Lafountaine – Aquadro & Assoc Inc Keri Rusicano – The Dowd Agencies Kim Johnson – The Hills Insurance Agency CIC Cheryl Mawaka – Laporte Shea Borys Insurance Agency Inc. Gregory Silva – Amazonia Insurance Agency Julie Osborne – O’Donoghue Insurance CISR Brittni Robidoux – Moulton Insurance Yu-Husan (Cindy)Chang – Soo Hoo Insurance Agency Kelli White – First…
Congratulations, New AILP Designees For March 2023!
Accredited Insurance Lines Professional (AILP) is MAIA’s premier designation program for experienced insurance pros. AILP/PL and AILP/CL are monoline designations in personal and commercial lines, respectively, while a complete AILP designation covers both. By completing the rigorous curriculum, these individuals have increased their value to their customers and employers! March 2023 Designees: AILP/PL Ashley Dixon,…
Young Agents & Principal Night a Great Success!
Last week our Young Agent Committee hosted its first event of 2023 – the Young Agent & Principal Night at Apex Center in Marlborough, MA. With over 60 attendees, we heard from guest speakers Anurag Shah, CEO of Aureus Analytics, and Angelo Padin. A special thank you to our sponsors, ShelterPoint and RT Specialty! Stay…
Non-Resident Short-Term Registration
Effective April 5, a new Non-Resident Short-Term Registration transaction will be available to issue short-term registrations to out-of-state residents purchasing a vehicle from a dealer in Massachusetts. These registrations will be valid for nine days from the transaction date and will allow the customer to take possession of the vehicle and drive it home. Customers will…
Updated Company Auto Insurance Filings – March 2023
MAIA periodically visits the Division of Insurance to collect the latest information about each company’s private passenger automobile insurance rules, rates, and forms filings. Recent changes and updates are presented here.
MAIA Welcomes Our New Members! – March 2023
We are excited to welcome the following agencies as new Full and Associate Members of MAIA! Full Members Al Ponte Insurance Agency BR Risk Group specialty Insurance C.Pina Insurance Agency DLB Insurance Fazza Insurance First Boston Insurance Agency FR Insurance & Benefits Group James W Hennigan Insurance Agency JB Insurance Agency KMS Warren Insurance Agency…
Seven New Learner’s Permit Exam Languages
Effective March 16, Class D and M Learner’s Permit Exams are available in seven new languages. These exams will be available through the Automated Testing Stations (ATS) in RMV Service Centers (appointment required) or online at Mass.Gov/RMV. Read the full update here.
2023 Annual Privacy Notice – Please Review!
At the Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents and Number One Insurance Agency – our members’ and clients’ privacy is a top priority. Each year, we ask that you review our annual privacy statement. You can view the 2023 Annual Privacy Statement here. Questions? Concerns? Please contact Heather Kramer, Vice President and COO.
Meet with our Member Engagement Manager!
Do you know ALL of the membership benefits you have access to as a MAIA member? Do you have questions on a specific benefit or resource? Meet with Lori! Lori is our Member Engagement Manager and has visited members weekly to learn more about their agency and how we can help! Schedule your visit with…
Change to ID Requirements for Registration
Effective Friday, December 23rd, out-of-country driver’s licenses are no longer acceptable as a form of identification for customers applying for a motor vehicle or trailer registration. The only exception is driver’s licenses from Canada, which are still acceptable. Any transactions submitted on December 22nd or earlier will still be processed with out-of-country licenses as the…
TURO, UBER, LYFT, DOORDASH, GRUBHUB, and the Business Auto Policy?
March 22, 2023 Written By: Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, CRIS, MLIS, LIA, CPIW – Vice President of Technical Affairs, MAIA We have had multiple Tech Talks in the past regarding these business activities and the personal Massachusetts Auto Policy. These are business activities that are NOT designed to be covered under the Massachusetts…
Big ‘I’ Testifies Before Congress on NFIP Funding, Potential Reforms
IIABA (the Big “I”) testified at a hearing before the U.S. House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance entitled “How Do We Encourage Greater Flood Insurance in America?” Chris Heidrick, CPCU, ANFI, CFP®, owner and principal of Heidrick & Company Insurance and Risk Management Services in Sanibel, Florida, and former chair of the Big…