Big “I” to Host Free Tax Reform Webinar
Big “I” to Host Free Tax Reform Webinar Following a new tax reform legislation signed by President Trump, new federal tax regulations are expected to impact your business. Find out how during a free webinar hosted by the Big “I.” The webinar will provide a brief introduction to the tax law and its impact on C-corps,…
dolly.com
dolly.com QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on August 09, 2018
Enforcement of USDOT Number Requirement
Enforcement of USDOT Number Requirement The Mass. RMV has issued a Law Enforcement Training Update with respect to the enforcement of the New USDOT Number Requirement, which took effect on September 1, 2018.
Commercial Plate Required
Commercial Plate Required QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on August 09, 2018
Fees
Fees QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on August 10, 2018
Offices Closing Early for Labor Day Weekend
Offices Closing Early for Labor Day Weekend Our offices will be closing early Friday, August 31 at 2 p.m. for Labor Day Weekend. We will re-open Tuesday, September 4th during our business hours.
Farm Plate
Farm Plate QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on August 10, 2018
Umbrella Policy
Umbrella Policy QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on August 10, 2018
Joe Leahy Installed as Chairman of The Big “I”
Joe Leahy Installed as Chairman of The Big “I” National independent insurance agency leadership converged in downtown Springfield, MA at the annual Big “I” Fall Leadership Conference last week. The conference included the installation of Joe Leahy of Leahy and Brown Insurance + Reality as Chairman of the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America.…
YAC Night Out at Smith’s Billiards
YAC Night Out at Smith’s Billiards Following the first night of The Big “I” Fall Leadership Conference on Thursday, August 23, the Massachusetts Young Agents Committee hosted a Night Out at Smith’s Billiards in Springfield for fellow YAC members from across the country. Attendees were greeted with great food, craft brews, live music, games, and…
3rd. Party Sub-Trans
3rd. Party Sub-Trans QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 06, 2018
Taking Nominations for Young Agent of the Year 2018
Taking Nominations for Young Agent of the Year 2018 The Young Agent Committee of Massachusetts is awarding one young agent with the Young Agent of the Year Award at The Big Event’s Young Agents Kick-Off Reception on Thursday night from 4:45 pm – 5:45 pm. Candidates should be active participants in MAIA/YAC events, be a…
Dealer Plate Usage
Dealer Plate Usage QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 06, 2018
Cancelling an Auto Policy
Cancelling an Auto Policy QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 17, 2018
CAR News – Recent Bulletins
CAR News – Recent Bulletins Commonwealth Automobile Reinsurers (CAR) recently released the following Bulletins:
Out-of-State Permit Holder
Out-of-State Permit Holder QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 27, 2018
2017-2018 Legislative Session Report
2017-2018 Legislative Session Report The 2017-2018 MA legislative session officially wrapped up on July 31st.
Commercial Lettering on Personal Truck
Commercial Lettering on Personal Truck QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 01, 2018
Reminder: More Vehicles Subject to US DOT Numbers – Effective September 1, 2018
Reminder: More Vehicles Subject to US DOT Numbers – Effective September 1, 2018 There has been a change to the Massachusetts State Markings Regulation 540 CMR 2:22 (regulation text below) that will take effect on September 1, 2018 for all commercial motor vehicles that weigh 10,001 lbs. or more used in Intrastate commerce.
In Memory of Ernie Bates
In Memory of Ernie Bates Long-time member of MAIA, Ernest “Ernie” Bates, passed away June 11, 2018. Ernie was the owner and founder of Bates-Fullam Insurance Agency in Springfield. He served the insurance industry through volunteerism as a member of MAIA’s Board of Directors and as Past President of the Hampden County Insurance Agency Association. Some…
Tech Talk: It’s all about price ….really??
Tech Talk: It’s all about price ….really?? By Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, LIA, CRIS, CPIW – VP of Technical Affairs, MAIA
MPIUA Announces Revisions to Dwelling and HO Deductible Rules (Rule 406)
MPIUA Announces Revisions to Dwelling and HO Deductible Rules (Rule 406) The Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriters Association (MPIUA) has recently received approval from the Mass. Division of Insurance (DOI) to implement revisions to the Homeowners Deductible Rule and Dwelling Deductible Rule (both Rule 406). The revision is effective September 1, 2018 and replaces the current…
Waiver of Deductible
Waiver of Deductible QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 02, 2018
WC News: WCRIB Special Bulletins Residual Market Loss Ratio and Burden Estimate
WC News: WCRIB Special Bulletins Residual Market Loss Ratio and Burden Estimate
Updated Company Auto Insurance Filings – August 2018
Updated Company Auto Insurance Filings – August 2018
Insurance Requirement on Certificate
Insurance Requirement on Certificate QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 21, 2018
It’s Time for The Big Event 2018
It’s Time for The Big Event 2018 Winning the insurance game takes more than chance and a little bit of luck. Win BIG at the Big Event 2018 – the largest gathering of independent agents in New England. On Thursday, October 25 thru Sunday October 28, join approximately 1,800 professional independent insurance agents and…
ACCORD Form
ACCORD Form QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 24, 2018
MAIA Announces 2018 Annual Meeting
MAIA Announces 2018 Annual Meeting NOTICE TO THE MEMBERS OF THE MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AGENTS OF THE 2018 ANNUAL MEETING
Trailer
Trailer QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 25, 2018
Listing HHMs
Listing HHMs QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 17, 2018
Business Use Class 30
Business Use Class 30 QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 28, 2018
Detailing Cars
Detailing Cars QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on June 12, 2018
Registry Code NPT
Registry Code NPT QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 10, 2018
E&O: Analysis of an Actual Claim and the Lessons to Be Learned
E&O: Analysis of an Actual Claim and the Lessons to Be Learned Utica National Insurance Group brings monthly loss control articles to MAIA members directly from the risk management team. Read the article below or download this month’s article in PDF format.
MPIUA News – Homeowners Clearinghouse
MPIUA News – Homeowners Clearinghouse The Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association (MPIUA) has announced a decision by its Board of Directors to pursue additional strategies to depopulate. A recent MPIUA notice explains that its Board of Directors has “authorized the creation of a Clearinghouse to assist in the facilitation of the depopulation effort.”
Young Agents to Host YAC Night Out at Boston Winery
Young Agents to Host YAC Night Out at Boston Winery On Thursday, September 13, 2018 the Young Agents Committee of Massachusetts will host a YAC Night Out at Boston Winery. The event will serve as an opportunity for those to network, socialize, and refine their wine palate! We’ll also be taking donations for InsurPAC while…
Trusted Choice and Young Agents Committee to Sponsor 6th Annual Wine & Wishes Event
Trusted Choice and Young Agents Committee to Sponsor 6th Annual Wine & Wishes Event MAIA is proud to announce that Trusted Choice and the MA Young Agents Committee will again support Make-A-Wish MA/RI as the Presenting Sponsor of the 6th Annual Wine & Wishes fundraising event. Wine & Wishes is an evening of wine and whiskey…
Earned Premium Collection
Earned Premium Collection QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 13, 2018
US Treasury Issues Draft Regulations on New 20 Percent Deduction for Pass-Through Businesses
US Treasury Issues Draft Regulations on New 20 Percent Deduction for Pass-Through Businesses The Government Affairs team at The Big ‘I’ (IIABA), forwarded the following with respect to the issuance of Draft Regulations on the new 20 percent deduction for pass-through businesses by The U.S. Treasury.