NFIP Disrupted as Federal Government is Shut Down (MD update)
The NFIP’s authority currently is lapsed. Review what you need to know during this period.
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Maryland News
Q2 P&C Marketplace Summaries Now Available
Access the latest state-specific insurance market share reports for a look at trends in premium growth rates, loss data, and more.
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Study: Impacts of Homeowners’ Premium Increases (MD update)
Review how homeowners’ insurance customers are responding to recent premium increases – and how proactive client communications can assuage their frustrations.
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Recorded Webinar: Preparing to Buy an Insurance Agency
Access the recording and slide deck from this week’s webinar, presented by IA&B and Westfield Bank, to learn the essential steps to prepare for a successful agency acquisition.
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New: Claims Report by Line of Business
Learn the facts about the state of each line of business in Maryland so you can have better informed conversations with your customers and carriers.
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New Study: 1 in 3 Agency Employees Use AI
Review findings of the 2025 Independent Agents at Work Study, and then consider adopting IA&B’s template artificial intelligence (AI) usage policy for your staff.
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Approval of New, Maryland-Specific ACORD Forms
New Maryland Personal Umbrella Application and Maryland Watercraft Application forms are now available. Review what has been changed.
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MIA Withdraws Credit Score Disclosure Regulation after IA&B Comments
Proposed regulation would have allowed insurers to disclose their use of credit history as a rating factor verbally, eliminating the written requirement and potentially exposing agents to liability.
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National Preparedness Month Resources in Maryland
Piggyback on state and federal pronouncements and resources during September, which is National Preparedness Month.
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Are Your Staff Using AI?
Nearly one-third of employees use AI at work without their employers’ knowledge. Review the pros and cons of the technology and access related employer resources.
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