No Walk-In Service at MPIUA/FAIR Plan Offices
No Walk-In Service at MPIUA/FAIR Plan Offices The Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association (MPIUA or FAIR Plan) has taken measures to protect its employees and clientele. The majority of staff will be working remotely servicing clientele via phone, web, and fax. During this time the Association will not be servicing clientele in person. Please do…
MAIA & Number One Agency Staff Working from Home
MAIA & Number One Agency Staff Working from Home Beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, and until we communicate otherwise, employees of MAIA and MAIA’s Number One Insurance Agency will be working from home. We have been preparing for a work-from-home scenario, but of course there may be some unanticipated logistical glitches. Your understanding is appreciated.
RMV Service Centers CLOSED Mon-Tues 3/16 & 17
RMV Service Centers CLOSED Mon-Tues 3/16 & 17 RMV Closures
60-Day Extension on Expiring Driver’s Licenses, IDs, Learner’s Permits
60-Day Extension on Expiring Driver’s Licenses, IDs, Learner’s Permits All Massachusetts Class D and Class DM driver’s licenses, ID cards, and learner’s permits that have expired or are expiring between March 1, 2020 and April 30, 2020, will have a 60-day extension applied to the current expiration date. The RMV will implement this 60-day extension…
Auto Rental on Vacation
Auto Rental on Vacation 9is question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on March 6, 2020 QUESTION My client is renting a vehicle for vacation in US and wants to allow a relative to drive the rental. She isn’t going to take the insurance through the dealer, so relying…
Be Sure Your Agency is “Recommended” by TrustedChoice.com
Be Sure Your Agency is “Recommended” by TrustedChoice.com We have all learned how important it is to be online in recent days. Please be sure your Member Plus agency profile at TrustedChoice.com is up-to-date and active. The Trusted Choice.com agent locator will only actively recommend agencies that have properly registered with an Advantage or Member Plus…
MAIA Suspends All LIVE Classes for 30 Days
MAIA Suspends All LIVE Classes for 30 Days MAIA continues to follow the US CDC and local government guidelines on steps we can take to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease COVID-19. Out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to implement the following action: Effective immediately, MAIA has suspended all “in-person”…
Named Insured on MAP
Named Insured on MAP 9is question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on February 27, 2020 QUESTION I am looking for the verbage for Mass Auto that states the policy Named Insured must match the vehicle title and registration. Thanks
UBER/LYFT & Door Dash
UBER/LYFT & Door Dash 9is question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on February 27, 2020 QUESTION We have a client who does Door Dash,, Uber and Lyft. Personal policy does not cover Door Dash at all, food delivery. He does not qualify for Commercial Auto. He has had…
A Message from MAIA’s President Regarding COVID-19
A Message from MAIA’s President Regarding COVID-19 Dear MAIA Members, As developments continue to unfold with COVID-19 (coronavirus), MAIA has started receiving questions regarding the status of upcoming meetings and events. While we have not altered any plans at this point, we are monitoring the situation closely. If changes or cancellations should become necessary to…
MAP vs BAP and Mopeds
MAP vs BAP and Mopeds 9is question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on March 1, 2020 QUESTION Hi. Thanks for your help in the past; we’re seeking some more helpfulness! Three questions: Do you have a good summary, or can you refer us to one, which describes the…
Leased Vehicle Buy Out
Leased Vehicle Buy Out This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on February 26, 2020 QUESTION I have a client who had a lease under his name, but has decided to purchase the vehicle for his business. I’m in the process of completing the RTA. My understanding is…
RMV Changes Timeframes for Registration Revocation
RMV Changes Timeframes for Registration Revocation The MA RMV has released a bulletin titled “Insurance Policy Management (IPM) Registration Revocation Timeframes” to alert insurance carriers and agents that the proposed implementation dates are changing for Revocation of Registration due to “No Policy” or “Expired Policy.” These additional revocation actions will be under review with the…
Coronavirus Resource Page for Agents – Bookmark It!
Coronavirus Resource Page for Agents – Bookmark It! Our national association, the Big “I,” has created a Coronavirus Resource Page to provide one-stop access the latest tools and information for members to prepare for and respond to the ongoing situation. We encourage you to bookmark the page and refer to it frequently for updated information…
Cancel a Registration Once Vehicle is Registered to Another
Cancel a Registration Once Vehicle is Registered to Another This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on February 18, 2020 QUESTION How do I cancel a registration for my customer when the vehicle is already registered to another person?
Trade In Allowance
Trade In Allowance This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on February 18, 2020 QUESTION I had a call from an insured. She was told the following: Mass will not allow trade in allowance for Construction Trailers or Mobile Equipment (plated) any longer? Can you please check on this…
A Successful First Principals & Young Agents Event
A Successful First Principals & Young Agents Event MAIA’s Young Agents Committee had the opportunity to host a first-of-its-kind event on Wednesday, March 4, inviting both young agents AND agency principals to The Plumbing Museum in … where else but… Watertown! The unique setting was a great spot for the attendees to “flush” out innovative…