IIAV NEWSLETTER
Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia
April 2012
 Well, I think we can agree that we had a relatively successful legislative session for 2012. Wile the legislators tried to make national news, we tried to stay out of the limelight and fight the battles important to agents and our industry.
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Gov. Robert McDonnell has signed the Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia’s legislation related to certificates of insurance. This week, the governor signed both House Bill 867 and Senate Bill 47 without amendment, meaning that the legislation will take effect on July 1, 2012.
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Other than settling such small matters as the budget and the state healthcare exchange, the 2012 Virginia General Assembly has, for the most part, come to a close.
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With the recent wave of tornados in the Midwest, we’ve all gotten an unfortunate reminder of what’s often missing when a client files a major homeowner’s claim – an accurate and up-to-date home inventory.
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The Virginia State Police Insurance Fraud Program just released its 2011 Annual Report, which shows the number of arrests for the crime of insurance fraud and other related crimes – such as arson, forgery and uttering – are continuing to increase.
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Did you know that almost everything you own and use for personal or investment purposes is a capital asset? Capital assets include a home, household furnishings and stocks and bonds held in a personal account.
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IIAV President & CEO Bob Bradshaw has been appointed to another three- year term on the Virginia FREE Legislation Evaluations Committee.
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IIAV is delighted to welcome its spring intern, Ed Benes, to the team. Ed will be working at IIAV from February until May.
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 After graduating from Virginia Tech with a degree in Agriculture, Danville area-reared Tim Alderson set out for a career in selling equipment and machinery to the sawmill industry.
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VAPAC is the state political action committee that collects funds from the general membership for distribution to candidates who have a proven interest in and support for insurance legislation. It studies voting records and accepts contribution recommendations from the Legislative Committee.
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Thanks to everyone who attended IIAV’s Young Agents Winter Networking Social on February 29, 2012 at Innsbrook Capitol Ale House.
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On April 18, 2012, IIAV Young Agents Committee will be hosting a Successful Insurance Professional Panel & Reception at IIAV – 8600 Mayland Dr. Richmond, VA 23294.
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The 2nd Annual VAIA Vino Evening will take place on May 18 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Adams International School in Goochland.
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Fifteen Reasons Why You Should Attend the IIAV 2012 Annual Trade Show & Convention – "Earth, Wind & Fire – Life's A Beach!"
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Sign up for classes and events online at www.iiav.com. To register at member prices, you MUST enter your member ID and password. If you do not have this information, please call IIAV at 1-800-288-4428.
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Are you tired of dealing with traffic, parking and time traveling? Then IIAV’s webinars might be just what you are looking for to take care of your VA C.E. requirements.
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This July, Bonnie Warren of Argo Pro will celebrate 40 years in the insurance industry. Like many, Bonnie fell into the insurance industry and ended up staying.
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Through IIAV's affiliation with Affinity HR Group, a series of FREE topical webinars are being offered.
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The Insurance Career Center continues to be a resource to post openings for full-time, part-time and internship positions within the insurance industry.
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Do you have a new employee or know someone who wants to start a career in the insurance industry?
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The personal umbrella policy is the best value in the insurance business - $1 million of insurance coverage for under $200 a year. Additional millions are available for less than $100 a year.
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Health Proponent® problem-solving experts can help resolve any time-consuming healthcare or insurance-related problems quickly and efficiently.
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It is time for our annual performance review process. It seems stale and none of us are sure it’s changing behavior or motivating people. What do you recommend?
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Grange Insurance announced that David Wetmore has been elected as chairman of the company’s Board of Directors.
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We asked "Is someone stealing your business?"
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