Insurance Stamps Not Required For Moped Registration Renewals
Insurance Stamps Not Required For Moped Registration Renewals Some RMV customers have received Registration Renewal (RMV-2) Forms that state that insurance stamps are required for their moped registration renewals. This is incorrect; mopeds DO NOT require proof of insurance. These moped renewals can be completed online or by mail. If customers ask, please let them…
Big “I” Answers FAQs About Certificates of Insurance
Big “I” Answers FAQs About Certificates of Insurance The Big “I” Virtual University regularly hosts webinars about Certificates of Insurance (COIs), and they’ve recognized just how many agencies struggle with them. Here are some of their answers to many of the frequently asked questions: Q: Once you have reviewed the request and executed the COI, how…
Massachusetts Division of Insurance is Transitioning to SBS
Massachusetts Division of Insurance is Transitioning to SBS The Massachusetts Division of Insurance is transitioning to the State Based Systems (SBS) on March 16th! This is going to affect you! Items that are changing include YOUR license number and more! Please review this flyer for more details from the State. We know this is a very short…
Blank Check with RMV
Question Blank Check with RMV This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 26, 2021 We wish to thank you for all your help with the registry. We do have a question on what the registry is currently doing. If an insured buys a vehicle from a non-dealer you…
Auto Coverage
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect June,2021 Question Why do premiums change when drivers are deleted and or added(deferred) to an auto policy. Usually increases when drivers are deleted. Can someone explain the factors that causes this to happen. We need to know how to explain this…
Blank Check with RMV
Question Blank Check with RMV This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 26, 2021 We wish to thank you for all your help with the registry. We do have a question on what the registry is currently doing. If an insured buys a vehicle from a non-dealer you…
Build a Strong Business & Protect It Well with Number One
Build a Strong Business & Protect It Well with Number One We know the E&O competition is out there. And we want you to know that when you buy your Agents’ Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance through MAIA’s Number One Insurance Agency, it includes our commitment to do our utmost to protect your assets and serve your…
Build a Strong Business & Protect It Well with Number One
Build a Strong Business & Protect It Well with Number One We know the E&O competition is out there. And we want you to know that when you buy your Agents’ Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance through MAIA’s Number One Insurance Agency, it includes our commitment to do our utmost to protect your assets and serve your…
Personal Auto Coverage
Question Auto Coverage – 02/24/22 Personal This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect Why do premiums change when drivers are deleted and or added(deferred) to an auto policy? Usually increases when drivers are deleted. Can someone explain the factors that causes this to happen? We need to know how…
Mass RMV Warns to Beware of Text Phishing Scams
Mass RMV Warns to Beware of Text Phishing Scams The RMV issued a reminder on social media regarding text phishing scams and wanted customers to remember these few things if they were to ever encounter one. The RMV does not send unsolicited requests for personal and/or contact information to customers by text. Any communication by…
Mass RMV Warns to Beware of Text Phishing Scams
Mass RMV Warns to Beware of Text Phishing Scams The RMV issued a reminder on social media regarding text phishing scams and wanted customers to remember these few things if they were to ever encounter one. The RMV does not send unsolicited requests for personal and/or contact information to customers by text. Any communication by…
We L-O-V-E Paying Commissions!
We L-O-V-E Paying Commissions! We LOVE writing Workers’ Comp and saying “YES” to our members! Having a difficult time finding placement for a risk? Have good risks in the pool that can be placed in the voluntary market? Don’t wait to check us out! What do you get with working with Number One? Friendly Personal…
We L-O-V-E Paying Commissions!
We L-O-V-E Paying Commissions! We LOVE writing Workers’ Comp and saying “YES” to our members! Having a difficult time finding placement for a risk? Have good risks in the pool that can be placed in the voluntary market? Don’t wait to check us out! What do you get with working with Number One? Friendly Personal…
Register a Homemade Trailer
Question Register a Homemade Trailer: This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on December, 2020: My client would like to get a plate on his homemade trailer. If it is under 3000 no vin number is required? Also, will he need receipts? Thank You for your help… Answer Kathy Cormier: The need…
Reducing Number of Seats in 15 Passenger Van
Question Reducing Number of Seats in 15 Passenger Van: This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on December, 2020: Regarding Business Auto. An insured purchased a 15 passenger van and is removing 2 rows permanently, thus allowing for 9 passengers. Can they report to the RMV that it is under…
What Comes with That Liquor Liability Policy?
What Comes with That Liquor Liability Policy? When you get a Hospitality Mutual liquor liability policy through Number One, it comes with lots of resources from the carrier to support your insured, such as: Sample Alcohol Servicing Policy & Responsible Service of Alcohol Policy The Importance of Surveillance List of Insurance Approved Alcohol-Awareness Programs And if your…
What Comes with That Liquor Liability Policy?
What Comes with That Liquor Liability Policy? When you get a Hospitality Mutual liquor liability policy through Number One, it comes with lots of resources from the carrier to support your insured, such as: Sample Alcohol Servicing Policy & Responsible Service of Alcohol Policy The Importance of Surveillance List of Insurance Approved Alcohol-Awareness Programs And if your…
Can Your Insureds Weather the Storm of a Liability Claim?
Can Your Insureds Weather the Storm of a Liability Claim? New England winters bring about more claims due to dangerous weather conditions. IIABA recently posted an article with a few facts by the Federal Highway Administration that gives reason to think about the coverages you have on yourself and your clients. 70% of the nation’s roads are…
Can Your Insureds Weather the Storm of a Liability Claim?
Can Your Insureds Weather the Storm of a Liability Claim? New England winters bring about more claims due to dangerous weather conditions. IIABA recently posted an article with a few facts by the Federal Highway Administration that gives reason to think about the coverages you have on yourself and your clients. 70% of the nation’s roads are…
Philbin Insurance Group Awarded OCABR’s Licensee Recognition Certificate of Excellence
Philbin Insurance Group Awarded OCABR’s Licensee Recognition Certificate of Excellence Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) Undersecretary Edward A. Palleschi visited Philbin Insurance Group on January 25th in Everett to present them with OCABR’s Licensee Recognition Certificate of Excellence. MAIA President & CEO Nick Fyntrilakis was on hand to help celebrate with Philbin…
Philbin Insurance Group Awarded OCABR’s Licensee Recognition Certificate of Excellence
Philbin Insurance Group Awarded OCABR’s Licensee Recognition Certificate of Excellence Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) Undersecretary Edward A. Palleschi visited Philbin Insurance Group on January 25th in Everett to present them with OCABR’s Licensee Recognition Certificate of Excellence. MAIA President & CEO Nick Fyntrilakis was on hand to help celebrate with Philbin…
Revised Schedule of Fees
Revised Schedule of Fees The Schedule of Fees (REV200) has been revised. The new version includes all the new special plates that have recently been released, such as Striped Bass and Registered Nurse. The new version is dated January 2022 and is available online. Please begin using this version immediately and recycle/destroy any copies of the previous…
Revised Schedule of Fees
Revised Schedule of Fees The Schedule of Fees (REV200) has been revised. The new version includes all the new special plates that have recently been released, such as Striped Bass and Registered Nurse. The new version is dated January 2022 and is available online. Please begin using this version immediately and recycle/destroy any copies of the previous…
Talent… Are There Any Options Out There?
Talent… Are There Any Options Out There? The need for new talent is one of the top concerns facing our industry today. While we continue to work on talent initiatives at the association, we thought we would share some information on internships – as they are a proven model for cultivating new talent. Go to…
Let Number One’s Lawyers’ Professional Liability Program Help You Grow Your Business!
Let Number One’s Lawyers’ Professional Liability Program Help You Grow Your Business! Do you have auto or homeowners clients who also happens to be a lawyer? Number One’s Michelle St. Angelo wants to make it easy for you to offer an LPLI indication to your clients and prospects. Find below a message that you can…
Faded Inspection Stickers
Faded Inspection Stickers 2023 inspection stickers issued between January 1 and January 5, 2022 may appear faded on a vehicle’s windshield due to a printing issue. Vehicles that have these stickers have passed the annual inspection. Applus Technologies (RMV’s vendor) has provided new stickers to dealers and inspection stations and will provide outreach to affected…
Let Number One’s Lawyers’ Professional Liability Program Help You Grow Your Business!
Let Number One’s Lawyers’ Professional Liability Program Help You Grow Your Business! Do you have auto or homeowners clients who also happens to be a lawyer? Number One’s Michelle St. Angelo wants to make it easy for you to offer an LPLI indication to your clients and prospects. Find below a message that you can…
Faded Inspection Stickers
Faded Inspection Stickers 2023 inspection stickers issued between January 1 and January 5, 2022 may appear faded on a vehicle’s windshield due to a printing issue. Vehicles that have these stickers have passed the annual inspection. Applus Technologies (RMV’s vendor) has provided new stickers to dealers and inspection stations and will provide outreach to affected…
Could Your Agency Use a Business Consultation?
Could Your Agency Use a Business Consultation? What keeps you up at night? Are there important projects in your agency that are not getting done? If you could use an extra set of hands to work on… Policies & Procedures Communication Training and Development Data analytics Finding growth opportunities within your book Carrier management Customer…
Accredited Insurance Lines Professional (AILP) News
Accredited Insurance Lines Professional (AILP) News Accredited Insurance Lines Professional (AILP) Intensives If you are interested in earning your AILP designation or in the process of doing so, we have created a way for you to make significant progress in a short period of time – AILP Intensive – 3 AILP classes at the same…
RLI Stand-Alone Personal Umbrella
RLI Stand-Alone Personal Umbrella New England Winters bring about more claims due to dangerous weather conditions. IIABA recently posted an article with a few facts by the Federal Highway Administration that gives reason to think about the coverages you have on yourself and your clients. 70% of the nation’s roads are located in snowy regions 70% of…
RMV Sends Notice To Customers Regarding Missing Inspection Stickers
RMV Sends Notice To Customers Regarding Missing Inspection Stickers With the implementation of ATLAS the MA RMV is able to track missed inspection stickers. The Registry of Motor Vehicles has sent notice to customers regarding expired safety/emissions inspection. These are not spam and the customer should follow the directions in the notice. The MA RMV is seeing…
Entry Level Driver Training Requirements
Entry Level Driver Training Requirements To set a new federal standard for mandatory training of entry-level drivers, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established new minimum training standards for commercial driver’s license applicants under 49 CFR Part 380, Subpart E. The new training requirements are aimed at improving road safety. The new Entry…
RLI Stand-Alone Personal Umbrella
RLI Stand-Alone Personal Umbrella New England Winters bring about more claims due to dangerous weather conditions. IIABA recently posted an article with a few facts by the Federal Highway Administration that gives reason to think about the coverages you have on yourself and your clients. 70% of the nation’s roads are located in snowy regions 70% of…
RMV Sends Notice To Customers Regarding Missing Inspection Stickers
RMV Sends Notice To Customers Regarding Missing Inspection Stickers With the implementation of ATLAS the MA RMV is able to track missed inspection stickers. The Registry of Motor Vehicles has sent notice to customers regarding expired safety/emissions inspection. These are not spam and the customer should follow the directions in the notice. The MA RMV is seeing…
Entry Level Driver Training Requirements
Entry Level Driver Training Requirements To set a new federal standard for mandatory training of entry-level drivers, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established new minimum training standards for commercial driver’s license applicants under 49 CFR Part 380, Subpart E. The new training requirements are aimed at improving road safety. The new Entry…
Like 2022, We’re Just Out of the Gate and Off and Running!
Like 2022, We’re Just Out of the Gate and Off and Running! New at MAIA’s Number One: Vacant Residential & Commercial Property & Land! Increase your agency’s book of business by expanding your offering to your residential and commercial clients with Vacant coverage for property and land! What makes this program hot to trot? 13% Commission…
Massachusetts One of Top 2 State Contributors to InsurPac
Massachusetts One of Top 2 State Contributors to InsurPac MAIA extends a huge thank you to all from Massachusetts who participated in the 2021 InsurPac fundraiser. The Bay State contributed $83,980.00, exceeding our goal AND putting us among the Top 2 state contributors in the country! After tallying the receipts and closing the books, the…
MAIA’s Five Star Agency Designation is Back and Better Than Ever
MAIA’s Five Star Agency Designation is Back and Better Than Ever It’s January, 2022! It’s a bright and shiny new year, full of promise! When you look out at the year, what are you doing to improve your agency? Is it time for your agency to commit to obtaining the exclusive Five Star Agency Designation?…