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Insurance Broker

Sep 21

Why a Specialized Insurance Advisor Beats a Local Generalist for Food Processors

By Business Insurance
The Hidden Cost of Working With a Generalist Many food processors still choose their insurance broker the way they'd choose a landscaper: someone local, someone known, someone easy to reach. That instinct makes sense for plenty of vendor relationships. It can quietly cost a processor real money and real protection, though, when the broker isn't a specialized insurance advisor who understands food-industry risk in depth. A local generalist may write policies competently and still miss exposures that are specific to processing, packaging, and distributing food. That gap often stays invisible until a claim or a renewal surprise brings it into…
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May 29

Streamlining Commercial Refinances for Smoother Closings

By Business Insurance
Streamlining Commercial Refinances for Smoother Closings Securing a new commercial property or refinancing an existing asset involves a massive amount of coordination. You have to manage appraisals, legal reviews, environmental reports, and financing approvals all at once. The last thing you need is a last-minute delay caused by an insurance compliance issue. Unfortunately, insurance often becomes an afterthought during the transaction timeline. This oversight can quickly derail a closing when lender requirements are misunderstood or missed entirely. For property owners and investors, streamlining commercial refinances requires a proactive approach, especially when it comes to navigating complex insurance guidelines. By partnering…
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Jul 24

Navigating Complexities: How Kapnick’s Claims Management Experts Can Help You Secure the Coverage You Deserve

By Business Insurance, Risk Solutions
Losses happen even with the best risk management and safety programs in place. The insurance claim process, however, can often be lengthy and complicated. This is where Kapnick's insurance claims management solutions come in. With in-house claims experts, clients have a strong ally to guide them through the process efficiently and effectively.
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Nov 22

Rising Commercial Insurance Rates: Strategies to Manage Costs

By Business Insurance, From the Experts, Insurance Update
According to Ivan's Index for the third quarter, rising commercial insurance rates were observed across all primary business lines, except for workers' compensation. Key trends include: Commercial Auto: ⇑ 7% (6.5% in Q3 2022) Business Owner’s Policy: ⇑ 7.74% (7.56% in Q3 2022) General Liability: ⇑ 5.43% (5.21% in Q3 2022) Commercial Property: ⇑ 10.08% (9.77% in Q3 2022) Umbrella: ⇑ 5.29% (5.12% in Q3 2022) Workers' compensation was the only line to see a decrease, with rates dropping by roughly 1%. Decoding the Drivers Behind Rates Several factors contribute to rising commercial insurance rates: Economic Factors: Inflation and economic growth increase exposures, driving up premiums.…
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