Insurance Age - Insurance Age November 2015
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Editor's letter - November 2015
“If brokers… end up paying for the advertising to generate more claims we really will have gone through the looking glass”
Brokers could benefit from rising tide of cyber crime
Recent high profile hacks and data breaches remind businesses of the need for cyber insurance
Survey reveals lack of concern over fraud
Majority of brokers say application fraud is not a priority for their business, according to SSP survey
FCA moves the goalposts over add-ons
Brokers express surprise and concern over regulator’s unexpectedly wide definition of add-ons
Industry calls for action on underinsurance
Brokers urged to help in fight against underinsurance and take the lead in educating clients
Sentiment Survey November 2015: Scheme a little scheme for me
One of the strongest messages to come out of the latest Ageas-sponsored Sentiment Survey is the immense opportunities brokers see in schemes business. I have to confess this is music to my ears.
Home insurance profits – too good to last?
The home insurance market could be facing a rude awakening, says Tony Cornell
Adjusting expectations
Brokers are taking more interest in the claims process, but when it comes to appointing loss adjusters, a balance must be found, says Martin Ashfield
Time to get to grips with underinsurance
With the technology and amount of data now available, there is no excuse for not tackling underinsurance, argues Thomas Coles
Winning the search war
There are ways to get your website to the top of search results without having to fork out thousands to Google. Barrie Moran explains how you can beat the bigger brokers and insurers
Broking success: National ambition
Managing director Russell Lane set up Bristol-based professional indemnity broker Brunel Professional Risks 10 years ago. He explains the firm’s nationwide reach and his plans to open more offices.
Power hour: A better customer journey
As more SME business is traded electronically, how can brokers and insurers make what could be a complex purchase into a simple and easy to understand process for customers?
In-depth: Country life
Running a farm with a B&B or owning a horse seems idyllic. But rural life is not without its challenges and adequate insurance is a requirement - so what can brokers do to win clients in these niche markets?
Product round-up: Cyber and sabotage take centre stage
The ever-growing threat of cybercrime not only excited the attention of the ONS recently, it also prompted the launch of NIG Cyber Cover
Market moves: New for old
It has been another busy period for brokers and insurers, with many swapping their old jobs for new ones.
The Zurich Insurance Masters: Best of the broker golfers come to the fore
The golfing glitterati of the insurance world gathered at the idyllic setting of The Grove in Hertfordshire last month for the final of The Zurich Insurance Masters.
Expertise from A-Z: Safe as houses
Overseas investment in London has meant high and stable property prices. How can insurers stay in touch in such a competitive arena?