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Navigating Surplus Lines Tax: Understanding State Differences
Understanding surplus lines tax can be overwhelming. For those new to the space surplus lines tax, also called non-admitted insurance...


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Celebrating Success: Lara York, CPCU Earns SILA Fellow Designation
We are delighted to announce a significant achievement within our organization: Lara York, CPCU our esteemed Director of Tax Service and...

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INSTANDA Announces New Partnership with InsCipher
NEW YORK, August, 2, 2023 – INSTANDA announces a new partnership with InsCipher, a Utah-based insurtech corporation specializing in...


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MAKING THE CASE FOR OUTSOURCING SURPLUS LINES REPORTING
For many reasons, agencies decide to outsource surplus lines reporting to a third party. We’ll cover some of the more common reasons that...

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4 Surplus Lines Organizations You Should Join & Tips for Getting Involved
Whether you’re a seasoned surplus lines broker or just starting out, professional development and networking are essential for gaining...
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WEBINAR RECAP – INSTANDA, “LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY FOR COST SAVINGS”
On Wednesday, May 24, InsCipher was honored to be a guest panelist for INSTANDA’s webinar, “Leveraging Technology for Cost Savings.” Our...


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What is a Diligent Search?
Diligent search is a specific step in the insurance process. In this article, we discuss what diligent search is and why it is important...


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What is a Surplus Lines Broker?
If you’re new to the insurance industry, you may wonder what a surplus lines broker is. This article will help you better understand what...
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