Capital Farm Credit Purchases Two Agencies in Texas

The Board of Directors at Capital Farm Credit has recently approved the acquisition of two crop insurance agencies in the Texas Plains Region. This move aims to strengthen their role as a dependable provider of essential crop insurance policies. The agencies involved in this deal are Bennett Crop Insurance and Taylor Crop Insurance, both of … Read more

Starting a Clothing Boutique: A Guide to Insurance

The U.S. apparel market is set for significant growth, projected to reach $298.37 billion by 2029. This booming market makes opening a clothing boutique an attractive option for many aspiring entrepreneurs. However, amidst the excitement of launching a new business, one crucial aspect often gets overlooked: insurance. Before opening their doors, boutique owners must secure … Read more

Admiral Group of the UK is selling its US insurance subsidiary, Elephant, to J.C. Flowers.

Admiral Group, a major player in the UK insurance market, has decided to sell its U.S. insurance division, Elephant Insurance Co. and Elephant Insurance Services, to the private equity firm J.C. Flowers & Co. The details of the sale, including the price, have not been disclosed. Elephant Insurance, based in Richmond, Virginia, specializes in property … Read more

Property brokers indicate that the NOAA data purge has resulted in blind spots.

The recent decision by the Trump administration to shut down the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) weather and climate disasters database has raised significant concerns in the insurance and risk management sectors. This database has long been a vital resource for insurers, brokers, and risk analysts, and its sudden removal is creating a worrying … Read more

Are the standards set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac causing disruptions in transactions?

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have recently updated their general liability insurance requirements, and this change is causing significant challenges in the commercial real estate market. The new rules demand coverage that is often hard to find, leaving insurance brokers and real estate borrowers struggling to meet these requirements while also facing increased financial risks. … Read more

Trust issues hinder insurers’ strategies for youth and AI expansion – GlobalData

Insurers are trying to attract younger customers and use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their services, but they are facing a significant hurdle: trust. A recent study by GlobalData highlights that many young people, particularly from Generation Z and millennials, are skeptical about insurance companies and the technologies they use. In early 2025, GlobalData conducted … Read more

ALKEME Purchases Crawford Insurance Group in Michigan

ALKEME has made a significant move by acquiring Crawford Insurance Group (CIG), a well-respected insurance agency based in Rochester Hills, Michigan. This acquisition was announced recently and adds to ALKEME’s growing portfolio in the insurance sector. Crawford Insurance Group has been serving clients since 2001, offering a variety of personal and commercial insurance options, including … Read more

The internet has a long memory, and your insurer will remember this when determining your premium.

Sky-high jury awards and growing public scrutiny are changing the landscape of liability risk for businesses. Insurers are now seeing online reputation as a significant factor in assessing risk. This shift means that brokers need to create credible stories about their clients, or they risk losing coverage options. The issue is not just about large … Read more