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Captive Insurance: Greg Reddock’s Take

Is your insurance company holding your dealership captive? Greg Reddock can help! As a senior vice president at Foa & Son, Greg advises a diverse portfolio of clients on their risk management and insurance needs, including many prominent firms in automotive, real estate, construction, distribution, and manufacturing. In this infographic,…

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May 13, 2021
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Justin Foa: Why You Need Cyber Insurance

Why you need Cyber Insurance It’s been all over the news. SolarWinds in January, 100,000 Microsoft Exchange Servers in February, CNA Insurance (a large provider of cyber insurance) in March. Cyber attacks are everywhere. A cyber attack incident will occur every 11 seconds in 2021. That’s almost double 2019’s rate,…

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March 31, 2021
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Real Estate Market Conditions Report

Your exclusive Real Estate market conditions update is here! Pete Carruciu, Senior Vice President of our Real Estate and Construction Practice, has provided his forecast for the Habitational Downstate NY market. The outlook right now may seem disheartening. But with the right guidance, your company can and will weather the...
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March 31, 2021
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Resources For Your Industry

At Foa & Son, we pride ourselves on being true, trusted risk advisors. For 160 years, we have invested in developing and expanding our knowledge base specific to the industries that we represent. We also dedicate ourselves to providing expert guidance through good times and bad.  While we always prefer…

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February 17, 2021
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Supply Chains, Ecosystems, Traceability and Trust: with John Keogh

In the fourth episode of “Food for Thought,” Foa & Son’s Michael Lieberman challenges viewers to change the way they think about food and beverage supply chain transparency.  Lieberman, who hosts the new food and beverage risk management web series, spoke with John Keogh. Mr. Keogh is the managing principal…

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February 17, 2021
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Exclusive P&C Market Forecast: 2021

Your exclusive P&C Market Forecast for 2021 is ready.  Wondering what to expect in the new year? Chief Marketing Officer Mervin McCormack has shared his insights in this helpful infographic.  He predicts that all P&C lines will see higher rates. Some of the lines leading the way on rate increases...
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January 26, 2021
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Producer Spotlight: Michael Pearl

As the Precious Metals, Fine Art, Jewelry & Specie Practice Leader at Foa & Son, Michael Pearl prides himself on exceptional customer service. What's his secret? For Michael, applying specialized expertise helps create unique solutions for his clients.  After graduating from the University of Colorado with a Bachelor's degree in...
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January 26, 2021
A graphic of a hooded figure among software code and entitled 'Michael Lieberman's Food for Thought: Cyber Risk'

Food for Thought: Cyber Risk

A cyber attack targeting a food and beverage distribution business could shut down the entire operation, costing thousands of dollars in lost revenue. The recent hack of U.S. government agencies’ computer systems demonstrates that even the most fortified IT systems can be breached.  But food and beverage businesses that have...
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January 7, 2021
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2020 Market Trends Report

Our exclusive Market Trends Report is here! This proprietary analysis provides exclusive ratings to help insurance buyers more fully understand the impact of market conditions on their insurance costs, terms, conditions and overall availability. Our report finds that insurance market volatility shows no sign of abating any time soon. With...
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December 17, 2020
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Foa & Son Pivots to Digital in 2020

Relationships are key to the insurance business. So when Covid-19 made in-person meetings rare, our team worked to maintain our commitment to our clients. Throughout the year, we found exciting ways to engage through the digital realm. At Foa & Son, we dedicate ourselves to providing expert guidance through good...
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December 17, 2020
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Pandemic Creates E-commerce Risks for Jewelers

By Michael Pearl -- As more and more sales move online in response to pandemic-related retail store closures, jewelers should beware of the potential for cyberattacks and other e-commerce-related risks. Theft-in-transit claims are also on the rise as jewelers ship these online jewelry purchases to buyers, making them susceptible to...
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October 20, 2020
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Family Offices Face Cyber, Operational Risks

By Kevin Foley -- While wealthy families may seem powerful, they are vulnerable when it comes to cybercrime. At least 28% of family offices have been targets of cyberattacks, according to Campden Wealth, a leading provider of information, education and networking services for generational family business owners and family offices...
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September 15, 2020
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Throughput Policies Give Retailers End-to-End Coverage

By Michael Boscaino -- Many retailers in riot-torn U.S. cities are learning the hard way that their property insurance isn’t nearly enough to cover the cost of inventory lost to looters. And even if they do file a theft or damage claim, the insured value of their lost inventory is...
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August 19, 2020
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Insuring cannabis risks a lot like food, pharma

By Michael Pearl -- Cannabis-related businesses share many of the same exposures as agricultural, food & beverage and pharmaceutical manufacturers. They all require workers’ compensation, general liability and property insurance. However, only a handful of insurers have an appetite for cannabis-related business risks. Limits are often lower than many businesses...
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July 21, 2020
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Tech Firms: Do you have the right insurance?

By Vincent J. Curatolo -- To get the best pricing and coverage for your tech firm in this hard insurance market, it’s important to partner with an insurance broker who has expertise in the sector. Your broker can help identify and analyze your exposures, and develop a risk mitigation strategy...
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July 4, 2020
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Self-funding Cuts Benefit Costs for Employers

By Nicos Mamatos -- Frustrated by the escalating cost of employee health insurance, small and midsize employers increasingly are turning to self-insurance. Employers that self-fund their employees’ health benefits save money by avoiding state premium taxes assessed on insured benefit plans, which shaves 1.5% to 3% off their annual cost....
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June 23, 2020
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Contractors: Beware of flaws in subcontractor coverage

By Pete Carrucciu -- Hiring subcontractors is inherently risky in the construction industry because often their insurance is lacking. Developers, general contractors, and property owners or managers may become liable if a subcontractor does shoddy work and is found negligent. That’s why it’s crucial for those in construction ventures to...
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May 26, 2020
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Covid-19 creates need for municipal insurance audits

By RJ Impastato, A.R.M. -- Nearly 90% of municipalities with populations below 50,000 will experience sharp revenue declines tied to the coronavirus, according to survey data released by the National League of Cities and the United States Conference of Mayors. When searching for budget expenses to trim, your insurance program...
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May 18, 2020
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Post-Covid-19 Reopening Poses Challenges for Businesses

As the economy in the United States reopens following weeks of widespread stay-at-home orders, don’t expect a quick return to “business as usual.” Reopening requires a lot more than just flipping a switch. More than 73% of U.S. companies have not yet created a return-to-work strategy, according to a survey...
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May 11, 2020