My New Markets
Market Detail: NSM Insurance Group’s (www.nsminc.com) Global Coverage Program offers insurance coverage for foreign reverse flow businesses and diplomatic entities operating in the United States. The program insures many types of diplomatic entities including embassies and permanent missions in all 50 states, as well as the U.S. subsidiaries of foreign-owned parent companies, known as “reverse flow businesses.” Coverages include: reverse flow coverage; diplomatic entities coverage; property, general liability coverage; inland marine; automobile; and umbrella liability.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted
States: All states
Contact: Kevin Cornell at kccornell@nsminc.com
Market Detail: Pacific Specialty Insurance Co. (www.pacificspecialty.com) has a new stand-alone residential earthquake program that’s affordable, flexible and right for more homeowners. Coverage can be placed alongside a Pacific Specialty residential policy or provided on a stand-alone basis. Low deductibles, competitive pricing, complete coverage.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Lloyd’s Syndicate 4242
States: Calif. Only
Contact: Customer service at 800-303-5000
Market Detail: Prospect General’s (www.prospectgeneral.com) Flood Guard coverage is an admitted alternative to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). With no elevation certificate requirement and no waiting period, Prospect General’s residential flood product is simple and provides coverage quickly. Coverage is written by Palomar Specialty Insurance Co. Flood Guard key features also include: dwelling limits up to $5 million; personal property up to $1 million; and loss of use up to $50,000. Coverage can be issued without payment (mortgagee – bill only); Department of insurance (DOI) admitted product (not affiliated with NFIP).
Available limits: Maximum $5 million
Carrier: Palomar Specialty
States: Ariz., Calif., Ill., Ind., Nev., Ore., Pa., and Utah
Contact: Cameron Conboy at
619-597-1276 or e-mail:
cjc@palomarspecialty.com
Market Detail: Applied Underwriters (www.auw.com) offers workers’ comp, EPLI, and workers’ comp plus. For 15 years, Applied Underwriters has been providing workers’ compensation options to customers throughout the United States and is part of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies. Most classes are eligible. Competitive commissions offered. Appointment required in N.Y. only, not required in all other states.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted and non-admitted available
States: All states except Alaska, Ala., Fla., La, Miss., and Texas
Contact: Sheila Gallagher at
sales@auw.com
Market Detail: National Indemnity Co.’s (www.nationalindemnity.com) offering for used car dealers targets non-franchised dealers whose primary sales are private passenger autos or light trucks. Coverages include: liability, physical damage, uninsured motorist coverage (UM) and underinsured motorist coverage (UM); medical payments; and garagekeepers. High liability limits available, including up to $5 million in some cases. Regulatory filings for businesses that require federal or state authority to operate may be available upon request.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted and non-admitted available
States: All states except Hawaii, Mass., N.J., and N.Y.
Contact: Customer service at
402-916-3000
Market Detail: Midlands Management Corp’s (www.midlandsmgt.com) exclusive Watercraft Program provides broad coverage, claims handling and competitive pricing. Eligible classes include: yachts; runabouts; ski boats; bass boats; pontoons; high performance boats; sailboats; personal watercraft; jet boats; catamarans; jet skis; center console; charter; sport fish; cruiser; houseboat; and wave runners. Coverage includes: enhanced medical payments up to $100,000; emergency veterinary expenses; personal property coverage up to $100,000; underinsured and uninsured watercraft liability; environmental damage and pollution; consequential damage; occasional six pack charter and captain/crew coverage available; towing and assistance; and water sport liability. Features of coverage include: competitive pricing and commissions; multiple policy discounts; fast turnaround; watercraft up to 85 feet; houseboats up to 110 feet; broad market reach; hull values up to $5 million; liability limits up to $2 million; coverage available nationwide including Alaska and Hawaii; older vessels considered up to 50 years (survey may be required); claims handling, service and benefits.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Unable to disclose
States: All states
Contact: Mandee Wilson at mwilson@midman.com