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for the week of May 1

Insight + Analysis for the Independent Agent

Senate Reintroduces Bill to Make 20% Tax Deduction for Small Businesses Permanent
Senate Reintroduces Bill to Make 20% Tax Deduction for Small Businesses Permanent
The deduction is set to expire in 2025 but is heavily relied upon by many Big “I” members and their clients. Learn More

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AN Radio: Talking Tech with R. Dean Giem
R. Dean Giem is a self-described tech geek. ​On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, he explains how he's taken the spirit of learning into industry leadership while serving as past chairman of NetVU's executive board of directors and on AUGIE Group's executive council. Learn More
5 Perks to Help Recruit and Retain Agency Talent
5 Perks to Help Recruit and Retain Agency Talent
A Liberty Mutual and Safeco report reveals what potential agency employees look for in their ideal employment situation, and how independent agencies measure up to those expectations. Learn More
When Is the Removal of a Vehicle From a PAP Effective?
When Is the Removal of a Vehicle From a PAP Effective?
If an insured requests to remove a vehicle from their personal auto policy on the day it was sold, should the change be made effective that same day or the day after? Learn More
How To Keep Your Social Media Accounts Secure from Hackers
How To Keep Your Social Media Accounts Secure from Hackers
Cybercriminals like to target small businesses’ social media accounts—here’s how to keep your accounts safe. Learn More
Structured Data Vs. Unstructured Data: Know the Difference and Grow Your Agency
Structured Data Vs. Unstructured Data: Know the Difference and Grow Your Agency
From the vast quantities of actuarial data to the minute details of client data, there's no escaping the truth that we're surrounded by data and only creating more of it every day. Learn More
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Respond to J.D. Power Agent Satisfaction Study
Those who take the survey will receive a $20 e-gift card and a complimentary summary of findings. Learn More
GIVE Movement Starts Next Week
While agents and agencies give back to their communities year-round, the annual GIVE Movement is June 1-10. Learn More
5 Reasons to Request a Trusted Choice® Digital Review
Investing in your website is investing in the future of your agency. Learn More
Cover Couture With AIG
This fashion-forward coverage can include couture, handbags and sneakers valued at more than $2,500 per pair. Learn More
Consumers Cut Coverage as Economic Anxiety Grows
Consumers Cut Coverage as Economic Anxiety Grows
As economic anxiety increases and the hard market pushes insurance premiums higher, 51% of consumers said they are looking for ways to save money on their existing insurance policies. Learn More

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Mental Health Awareness Month: How the Workplace Impacts Mental Health
One in three U.S. workers say their job has had a negative impact on their mental health over the past six months, according to SHRM. Learn More
Accident in a Company Car: When Would a PAP or PUP Need to Respond?
Accident in a Company Car: When Would a PAP or PUP Need to Respond?
Would personal auto and personal umbrella policies ever respond if a named driver was named in a suit while driving a company-owned auto? Learn More
Tyler Asher Talks 100 Years of Safeco, Innovation and Underwriting Excellence
Tyler Asher Talks 100 Years of Safeco, Innovation and Underwriting Excellence
Tyler Asher, president, independent agency distribution, Liberty Mutual, Safeco and State Auto discusses the 100-year anniversary since Safeco sold its first insurance policy. Learn More
5 Best Practices for SMS Insurance Marketing
5 Best Practices for SMS Insurance Marketing
Text messaging is a quick, direct and often underutilized way to contact potential clients. But what's the most effective way to do this? Learn More
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Connect with Technology Vendors with MRP
Trusted Choice® now connects Big “I” members to more technology solutions than ever before through vendor platform TechCompare. Learn More
ACT Emerging Trends Work Group Has Launched
If you'd like to participate, fill out an interest form. Learn More
Participate in Philanthropy Survey
The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) is seeking responses for a new industry report on community giving. Learn More
Risk Management FAQs on E&O Guardian
Find answers to top queries from Big “I” agents on the new FAQ area of E&O Guardian. Learn More
New Videos Added to ‘Insurance Explained’ Campaign
Now, you can incorporate videos on renters insurance, AirBNBs, professional liability and more into your marketing. Learn More
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