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CHES Special Risk to help brokers understand its appetite via live Q&A event

  In order to give brokers an opportunity to learn more about its appetite as a Canadian managing general agent,  CHES Special Risk   will be hosting a live Q&A session tomorrow, June 21, 2022. CHES underwriters Rachana Patel and Joyce Rajadurai (both pictured below) will be present at the event to answer brokers’ inquiries, specifically on the MGA’s commercial P&C and course of construction product offerings. They will also offer brokers some insights into how CHES can help them gain more business. Patel has more than 17 years of P&C underwriting experience, and she specializes in medium to large P&C, construction, and hospitality. She also has more than five years of MGA experience. “At CHES, we make a concerted effort to communicate with our brokers on a daily basis, not just through emails, but also through phone conversations,” said Patel in a previous statement. Meanwhile, Rajadurai also has over five years of MGA experience, and specializes in medium to large P&
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Top 5 Biggest Insurance Companies in Canada 2022

If you are looking for the   best insurance company in Canada , then you have come to the right place to make the correct decision for you and your family. We have compiled all the reviews about top life insurance companies in Canada for your particular needs. You can  buy an insurance plan  with surety and know that you have made the best decision that fits your requirements. The Biggest Insurance Companies in Canada This list shows the  best five insurance companies in Canada . Few are the largest insurers in the world. CHES Special Risk CHES Special Risk is one of Canada’s top  insurance solution providers , offering world-class assistance to its brokers and Clients too and helping them make some crucial decisions. CHES is one of Canada’s oldest MGA and has wide range of products that are affordable and provide security to them and their dependents. Their USP is that they provide tailor-made policies as per the wants and needs of their customers to provide peace of mind at the right

Insurance Industry Market Condition is Bound to Change: Hard Market to Soft Market!

 All industries go through expansion and contraction cycles, and the insurance industry is no exception. The current state of the industry suggests that we are in the contraction stage of the cycle, also known as the ‘Hard Market’ situation but will eventually transition into the ‘Soft Market’ phase. Here’s a brief overview from CHES Special Risk , President & CEO, Gary Hirst, an industry veteran who has witnessed all kind of transitions. Here is his take on: “Hard Market: Underwriting becomes more difficult and stringent during a Hard market.” MGA’s — Broker’s ‘survival kit’ in the Hard Market! In the current hard market, MGAs are the industry’s unsung heroes; the ‘survival kit’ for retail brokers. Where domestic markets are shrinking or withdrawing, and where underwriting is becoming more stringent, independent MGA offer capacities and assist brokers in placing risks and completing placements. “At CHES, we’ve been keeping an eye on the Hard Market and the brokers’ activity. We’ve

Things You Must Know About before buying Property Insurance in Canada

  In addition to life insurance companies, there are many companies that offer property insurance in Canada. Having property insurance in Canada helps you protect your property and its contents in case of loss, theft, or damage to the interiors and exteriors of your property. It may also cover other living expenditures if you are temporarily incapable of living on your property. These extra living expenditures may contain residing in a hotel or leasing a residence.   Property insurance covers: ●      damage to your property ●      damage, theft or loss of your possessions in the property ●      personal property robbed from your automobile ●      injury or damage to others who visit your property ●      unexpected damage you cause to someone else’s property   Insurance firms also refer to property insurance as home and casualty insurance. Property insurance also includes car insurance, business insurance and disaster insurance.   Some of the things you don’t know a

Do businesses on E-commerce sellers such as Amazon and Etsy need Insurance?

  The onset of COVID-19 changed the retail landscape completely. The end users finally found the time to complete their DIY projects and pursue their hobbies, as a result of which online store purchases increased substantially. To stay afloat and cope with the rising demand and mandatory closures, offline retailers began setting up online stores and expanding their online presence to reach potential customers. Insurance is crucial for businesses on E-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Etsy. With any business, online or brick and mortar, there are significant risks associated. In the case of online stores, along with traditional risks comes online threats such as cyber-attacks, property damage, product liability, general liability, and data breaches. Online Business owners need a  comprehensive insurance policy  that can withstand financial obligations and liabilities arising from mishaps related to such risks. CHES Special Risk Insurance  offers tailored Insurance for E-commerce sel

CHES Special Risk shares a guide for Small Contractors Insurance

Contractors face numerous risks from construction sites, legal and regulatory laws and transferred liability from general contractors. Small businesses are especially susceptible to risk, and WITHOUT adequate insurance coverage, they may be exposed to bankruptcy and closure. Regardless of the size of the business, owning insurance is vital for the long-term survival of any business. CHES Special Risk is a leader in providing contractors insurance Canada since 18 years in Canada. CHES Special Risk’s expert underwriters can provide a tailored policy that gives realistic cover at the right price for: Carpenters Flooring gypsum like small contractors Highlights of CHES Special Risk Small Contractor Insurance in canada product offering: The replacement cost coverage for the tool floater is on items up to 3 years old Coverage limits of up to CAD$5,000,000 are available, and can offer through the Wrap-ups 12 or 24 months Completed Operations coverage CGL extensions for Faulty workmanship,

CHES Special Risk to launch free webinar for brokers

 To connect and engage with brokers serving the Western Provinces, the managing general agent CHES Special Risk will be holding a webinar that any broker can attend. The free webinar, scheduled for May 04, 2022, will feature CHES Special Risk president and CEO Gary Hirst, Vancouver branch manager Spencer Denton, and the MGA’s other product experts. Through the webinar, they will interact and educate brokers about CHES’ developments and the new business opportunities it is offering in the West. The webinar will share insights on things such as the hottest selling insurance products in the West, CHES’ product innovation, considerations for brokers working with CHES, as well as an overview of select specialty product offerings. CHES Special Risk’s webinar comes after the company opened a new office in Vancouver last year. The office helped mitigate the time zone differences across the organization and its clients in the West, while enhancing the capacity of brokers in the region. Registr