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for the week of Dec 16

Insight + Analysis for the Independent Agent

NFIP Lapse Possible as Congress Considers Funding Legislation
NFIP Lapse Possible as Congress Considers Funding Legislation
As of press time, Congress has yet to pass government funding legislation to keep the federal government open beyond Friday, Dec. 20. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is currently scheduled to expire on the same date. Learn More

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Rep. French Hill to Chair House Financial Services Committee
The Big “I” and the Independent Insurance Agents of Arkansas have a strong relationship with Rep. Hill (R-Arkansas). Learn More
Top 10 Most-Read Online Articles in Independent Agent in 2024
Top 10 Most-Read Online Articles in Independent Agent in 2024
Independent Agent provided coverage on several key regulatory issues that impacted agencies and their clients—most notably, the FTC noncompete agreement ban saga. Learn More
Can a Carrier Extend an Expiration Date to Issue a Nonrenewal?
Can a Carrier Extend an Expiration Date to Issue a Nonrenewal?
An admitted carrier tried to nonrenew a commercial umbrella policy after the state 60-day nonrenewal deadline had passed. When the agent mentioned this, the carrier said it would extend coverage to reach 60 days and then issue the nonrenewal. Learn More
4 Ways a Bank Loan Can Fuel Agency Growth in 2025
4 Ways a Bank Loan Can Fuel Agency Growth in 2025
Bank lending can serve as a powerful tool for various purposes, from perpetuating an agency through strategic acquisitions to investing in cutting-edge technology. Learn More
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Renew Your Complimentary ACORD License
Renew your 2025 ACORD license and the agreement will stay in effect indefinitely, eliminating the need for annual renewals. Learn More
Big ‘I’ Members Encouraged to Join ACT Work Groups
Agent input will be critical to the success of the Big "I" Agent Council for Technology's refocused work group model. Learn More
Learn About Canopy Connect in Jan. 28 Webinar
Attendees will learn about Big "I" Alliance Blue vendor partner Canopy Connect and its data intake solutions. Learn More
Prevent E&O Claims With Commercial Producer Guide
The guide provides 13 prerecorded “Lightning Learning" risk management webinars. Learn More
Member Discount: Insurance Journal Academy Training
The Big "I" alliance with the Insurance Journal Academy provides members with a steep discount on training webinars. Learn More
Register for 2025 Big ‘I’ Winter Meeting
Join us Jan. 29-Feb. 1, 2025 in Austin, Texas. Learn More
Notice to Big ‘I’ Members
A special Big “I” Membership meeting will be held in Austin, Texas, Jan. 31-Feb. 1, 2025. Learn More
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