Parkway Insurance Group

P&C Market Watch: Surplus & Excess Lines
07Jan

P&C Market Watch: Surplus & Excess Lines

What Happens if Your Carrier Leaves the Market? The insurance market is constantly evolving. Occasionally, a traditional “admitted” carrier (one licensed by the state) may decide to stop writing new business or exit a specific geographic area due to increased catastrophe risk or regulatory shifts. While a “non-renewal” notice can be stressful, it doesn’t mean your property is uninsurable. It often means your “risk story” has moved into the Surplus & Excess (E&S) Lines market.…

Navigation the “Thaw and Freeze”: Defensive Driving for Late Winter
07Jan

Navigation the “Thaw and Freeze”: Defensive Driving for Late Winter

Essential Tips for Unpredictable February Roads In late February, we often see a “thaw and freeze” cycle. Daytime temperatures may rise, melting ice and snow, only for that moisture to refreeze into “black ice” as soon as the sun goes down. These conditions are among the most dangerous for drivers because the hazards are often invisible. Defensive Tactics for the Road We believe protecting what matters most starts with a proactive mindset behind the wheel.…

More Than a Sparkle: Insuring Your Valentine’s Jewelry
07Jan

More Than a Sparkle: Insuring Your Valentine’s Jewelry

Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular times for significant jewelry purchases, from engagement rings to heirloom-quality pendants. While these pieces carry immense sentimental value, they also represent a substantial financial investment. Unfortunately, many policyholders assume their standard Homeowners or Renters insurance fully covers these items. The reality? Most standard policies have a “sub-limit” for jewelry (often as low as $1,500 for the entire collection). If a $5,000 ring is stolen, a standard policy…

The Ultimate Valentine’s Gift: Beyond the Box of Chocolates
07Jan

The Ultimate Valentine’s Gift: Beyond the Box of Chocolates

As February arrives, our thoughts naturally turn to expressions of love. We look for the perfect card, the finest chocolates, or the most vibrant roses to show our partners and families how much they mean to us. But at Parkway Insurance Group, we believe there is an even deeper way to say “I love you”, one that doesn’t wilt or expire. Life insurance is, at its core, an act of profound love. It is a…

Q1 Capacity Forecast & Renewal Preparation
30Dec

Q1 Capacity Forecast & Renewal Preparation

Navigating the January 1 Reinsurance Impact In the insurance world, January 1 is more than just a holiday; it is the most critical date on the industry calendar. This is the “Treaty Renewal” date, when primary insurance carriers negotiate their own insurance, known as Reinsurance. The rates and capacity set by global reinsurers on this day dictate exactly how much risk primary carriers can take on and what premiums they must charge for the rest…