RMV: Pittsfield Service Center Changes – B2B
RMV: Pittsfield Service Center Changes – B2B On August 6, 2018, in an effort to improve customer service to businesses in the Berkshires, a new B2B Center will open within the RMV’s Pittsfield Service Center.
Tech Talk: So… one more thing your personal lines clients might be doing
Tech Talk: So… one more thing your personal lines clients might be doing By Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, LIA, CRIS, CPIW – VP of Technical Affairs, MAIA
NFIP Bulletin – “Guidance to WYO Companies on Potential Lapse in the NFIP”
NFIP Bulletin – “Guidance to WYO Companies on Potential Lapse in the NFIP” The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is scheduled to expire in less than one week, on July 31, unless the U.S. Congress acts to extend the program. July 31st is expiration date of the last temporary extension of the program granted by…
RMV Announces New Website
RMV Announces New Website The Massachusetts RMV (Registry of Motor Vehicles) has moved their website to a new domain. The change in their domain “.gov” comes following the rest of the government agencies of the Commonwealth.
Amos A. Phelps & Son Insurance Agency Shows Us How to Give Back
Amos A. Phelps & Son Insurance Agency Shows Us How to Give Back Located in Rockland, MA, The Amos A. Phelps & Son Insurance Agency proudly supports a wide variety of athletic, academic, public and private organizations within their community.
CAR News – Principal Place of Business Standards & Certification Form
CAR News – Principal Place of Business Standards & Certification Form Commonwealth Automobile Reinsurers (CAR) recently released Bulletin No. 1055 which provides additional information concerning the recent approval by the CAR Governing Committee to approve standards for validating the “nerve center” Principal Place of Business.
E&O: Hitting the Water
E&O: Hitting the Water 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.
ACT Launches Customer Experience Website
ACT Launches Customer Experience Website The Agents Council for Technology has launched a new Customer Experience Planning Website. This interactive online resource is designed to help agents understand the customer experience lifecycle and leverage technology to achieve the ease of doing business consumers expect. The site explains the six phases of the…
YAC 7th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament
YAC 7th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament Our Young Agents Committee wrapped up yet another successful Invitational Golf Tournament this Wednesday, June 27, hosted at the grand Pinehills Golf Club in Plymouth, MA. Insurance professionals from all over the state poured in from the late morning to early afternoon to test their swings, network with industry…
Number One Insurance Agency Announces Flood Concierge Program
Number One Insurance Agency Announces Flood Concierge Program The Number One Insurance Agency has recently announced Flood Concierge as a new addition to the suite of markets and services offered to member agents of MAIA.
CAR News – Governing Committee Votes on Changes
CAR News – Governing Committee Votes on Changes The CAR Governing Committee met on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 to review the recommendation from the CAR Commercial Committee. The following topics were voted on unanimously by the Governing Committee:
Meet a Young Agent – Connor Sullivan
Meet a Young Agent – Connor Sullivan New to the Committee in 2018 … Joining the Young Agents Committee has led me to friendships, accomplishments, and knowledge I would not have otherwise been able to gain from staying behind my desk. Plus, everyone on the committee agrees that we’ve benefited from having a bit more…
YAC Volunteer Day at The Greater Boston Food Bank
YAC Volunteer Day at The Greater Boston Food Bank This past Tuesday, June 12, MAIA’s Young Agent Committee hosted our Volunteer Day at The Greater Boston Food Bank. This group effort did not only provide us an unforgettable team-building experience, but aided in the fight to end hunger in Eastern Massachusetts. From the short debrief in…
Bell & Hudson Insurance Make a BIG Difference With a Small Game
Bell & Hudson Insurance Make a BIG Difference With a Small Game While they may consider themselves a relatively small group of people, Bell & Hudson Insurance Agency sure makes a big impact in the Belchertown, MA community.
RMV: Changes to the MA State Markings Regulation 540 CMR 2:22
RMV: Changes to the MA State Markings Regulation 540 CMR 2:22
E&O: Fact or Fiction? E&O Claim Reporting Period
E&O: Fact or Fiction? E&O Claim Reporting Period 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.
UPDATE: ACT. Texting Resources for Agents
UPDATE: ACT. Texting Resources for Agents Agents Council for Technology (ACT.) Releases Update to Texting Resources for Agents The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT), in conjunction with the Big “I” Office of the General Counsel, has recently updated the resources which were previously released to members in December of…
RMV: New Special Plate – ALS One
RMV: New Special Plate – ALS One The New ALS One Special License Plate is Available for Pre-Order The ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) One plate is a two-year passenger special (PAS) plate. Proceeds from this plate will fund ALS One Inc. All pre-ordered plates are being delivered to RMV Service Centers. After the pre-ordered plates…
Action Needed – Call Your State Representative Today!
Action Needed – Call Your State Representative Today! Call Your State Representative Today! Help get H.3682, “An Act relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes” to the House floor for a favorable vote. H.3682 has successfully moved favorably through 2 Committees – Financial Services and Steering and Policy. We need your help…
Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency… Cruisin’ into The Good You Do
Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency… Cruisin’ into The Good You Do Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency, a fourth-generation independent insurance agency and staple of downtown Newburyport, prides themselves on being an integral part of the community that means so much to them. Their annual support of several community events really showcase their commitment and dedication…
Tech Talk: One more potentially excluded business activity for the MAP or … ”The Gig Economy” strikes again!
Tech Talk: One more potentially excluded business activity for the MAP or … ”The Gig Economy” strikes again! By Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, LIA, CRIS, CPIW – VP of Technical Affairs, MAIA
RLI Home Business Insurance (HBI) Expands Inland Flood Coverage
RLI Home Business Insurance (HBI) Expands Inland Flood Coverage The RLI Home Business Insurance program has recently expanded their inland flood coverage offering, which is now available in Massachusetts. This optional coverage is now available by endorsement on both New and Renewal Home Business policies. Designed specifically for home-based business owners in lower flood risk areas, this…
Lawyers Professional Liability Program: Rate Decrease & Other Updates
Lawyers Professional Liability Program: Rate Decrease & Other Updates Swiss Re Corporate Solutions implemented a RATE DECREASE, for the Lawyers Professional Liability Program, which went into effect on April 1st. That’s a pleasant surprise for clients already insured with our program AND a great incentive to start quoting your remaining Lawyer Clients.
ePayPolicy Invites Agents to Apply for InsurTech Award
ePayPolicy Invites Agents to Apply for InsurTech Award ePayPolicy, MAIA’s electronic payment processor of choice, is now accepting applications for the ePayPolicy InsurTech Award.
RMV: ID Documentation Updates
RMV: ID Documentation Updates The RMV has published updated ID Documentation Requirements for individuals seeking both REAL ID and Standard ID.
Memorial Day Closure
Memorial Day Closure In observance of Memorial Day the MAIA and Number One Insurance Agency offices will close on Friday, May 24th at 2pm and will remain closed through Monday, May 27th. Our offices will re-open Tuesday, May 28th for our regular business hours.
You are invited to join the GIVE Movement!
You are invited to join the GIVE Movement! MAIA’s Young Agents are joining forces with Young Agents Committees across the country and the Big “I” for a week of giving. The Young Agents have chosen to help take a bite out of hunger in Massachusetts by volunteering and collecting donations for the Greater Boston Food…
RMV: What You (and your commercial clients) Should Know about the Driver Verification System (DVS) Program
RMV: What You (and your commercial clients) Should Know about the Driver Verification System (DVS) Program MAIA is often asked by members who want to know “what registry information can I share?” and as noted in our recent article “RMV: Registry Records – What Can You Share with Clients” sometimes they are asked to share information…
RMV: REAL ID Answers to common questions about the new document requirements.
RMV: REAL ID Answers to common questions about the new document requirements. The RMV has recently published an updated ask/answer article concerning some of the common questions about the new documentation requirements for driver’s licenses, ID cards, and learner’s permits.
MAIA’s Digital Campaign is Back in Action
MAIA’s Digital Campaign is Back in Action NOTE: This page refers to a past ad campaign. Learn about or 2019 Campaign HERE! Last year MAIA launched a digital advertising campaign to get the word out about independent agents and generate leads for your agency. We’ll be continuing the campaign this year and the refreshed campaign…
MAIA to Celebrate Joe Leahy’s Installation as Chairman of IIABA
MAIA to Celebrate Joe Leahy’s Installation as Chairman of IIABA Members and partners of MAIA are invited to join independent insurance agent association leaders from across the country and representatives of IIABA to celebrate Joe’s installation as IIABA Chairman on August 25th. On August 25, 2018, Joe Leahy of Leahy and Brown Insurance & Realty…
Big “I” Professional Liability Risk Management Quarterly Webinar
Big “I” Professional Liability Risk Management Quarterly Webinar Risk Management Webinar: Navigating M&A Hazards Join the Big “I” Professional Liability team on Wednesday, June 20 at 2-3:30 p.m. ET for the next free session in the Big “I” Professional Liability and Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Agency Risk Management Essentials webinar series, Navigating the Hazards of Buying,…
Big “I” Continues Advocacy on Federal Tax Issues
Big “I” Continues Advocacy on Federal Tax Issues by Jennifer Webb, Big “I” Federal Government Affairs Counsel
Economic Impact Study – Deadline to Respond Extended until June 8th
Economic Impact Study – Deadline to Respond Extended until June 8th UPDATED June 1, 2018: There is still time to participate in MAIA’s Economic Impact Study. We have extended the deadline for responses until Friday, June 8th. We encourage you to participate – please watch your email for the link to complete the survey. Your response is…
RMV: Registry Records – What Can You Share with Clients?
RMV: Registry Records – What Can You Share with Clients? Federal Driver Privacy Protection Act (FDPPA) The Federal Driver Privacy Protection Act prohibits the release and use of certain personal information from state motor vehicle records.
NEW RLI Umbrella Application & Underwriting Changes Effective June 1st
NEW RLI Umbrella Application & Underwriting Changes Effective June 1st RLI Personal Umbrella Policy Changes Several major eligibility and underwriting changes will go into effect for new and renewal business on June 1, 2018.
RMV: Dealer Plates – Issuance and Renewal
RMV: Dealer Plates – Issuance and Renewal There has been a change to the regulations for Issuance and Renewal of Dealer Plates.
Free Inspections for The Winthrop Community Thanks to Elliot Whittier Insurance
Free Inspections for The Winthrop Community Thanks to Elliot Whittier Insurance Did you know car crashes are a leading cause of death for children 1 to 13 years old? Or, that every 34 seconds one child under the age of 13 is involved in a crash? It’s because of startling statistics such as these…