Thank you to all that made it out to the 2015 Soiree at the SOHO House! This event was a celebration in support of Collaboraction’s mission to Incite Social Change sponsored by Parr Insurance. You can check out all of the photos from the event here.
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Insure Valuables to Ensure Peace of Mind
Basic homeowners’ insurance policies often not enough
By Melissa Neis
Valuables and collectibles – whether coins, fine china, musical instruments, jewelry or art – have special meaning for many and can evoke warm memories of travel and adventures, or reflect great passions and interests. But are these cherished possessions adequately insured from theft, loss or damage? The answer may surprise you.
INSURANCE NEEDS OF HIGH-NET-WORTH INDIVIDUALS PRESENT SPECIAL CHALLENGES, COMPLEXITIES
High-net-worth individuals have a number of distinctive needs, and yet many may think insurance for their various properties is not one of them. Own two fine homes, a luxury car, a boat, several art pieces and expensive jewelry? Conventional wisdom would be to simply buy enough insurance to cover potential massive losses.
But that mindset can lead to gaps that significantly expose one to more risk, may generate unnecessary added premiums, or result in missed opportunities to receive complimentary services. The affluent do have a host of special situations that can range from homes in multiple states and employment of service staff to concerns about family members kidnapped for ransom. That’s why it’s critical for such individuals to enlist insurance experts experienced with such scenarios and knowledgeable about the carriers who have specific policies for those needs.
Let’s take a look at some typical and at times complicated situations the affluent encounter.
Blogging on blogging…
A few months back, Russell Lord, our illustrious web designer from Sparkfactor interviewed Melissa Neis about how we’ve integrated blogging into our marketing strategy. While for many business, blogging may be a marketing no-brainer, its a less commonly used channel in the insurance industry. Our conversation with Russell really helped us clarify why we make the effort…
Article featured in Apartment Management Magazine
The article titled “The Crucial Missing Clause in Apartment Leases?” by Melissa Neis was featured in Apartment Management Magazine’s September 2014 issue. The article outlines the importance of including renters insurance as a stipulation in an apartment lease agreement.
Apartment Management Magazines are monthly publications mailed directly to over 80,000 apartment owners, managers, property management companies, and leasing offices – reaching over 2,500,000 units throughout Southern California.
Click here to check out the issue.
Dr. Howard M. Berlin, the Numismatourist
Dr. Howard M. Berlin signing his book at the World’s Fair of Money 2014
This week Tom had the pleasure of lunching with our friend and distinguished numismatist Dr. Howard M. Berlin, in town for the ANA World’s Fair of Money held August 5-9th at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. With massive displays of modern and ancient tokens, coins and artifacts, the show attracts numismatists, collectors and buyers from around the world to learn about the field’s latest strategies and opportunities. The star of this year’s show was the rare 1787 Brasher Doubloon, graded NGC MS63 and insured for $10 million.
Dr. Berlin’s recently released book The Numismatourist, a first-of-its-kind travel guide for the numismatist. The book describes over 150 museums, mints and central banks across 75 countries and five continents. In addition to several books on coins and bank notes and other topics of varied interest, he has also written for WorldWide Coins, Coin World, Paper Money Values, The Banknote Report and The Shekel.
Are you a numismatic hobbyist? Do you suspect your collection could be considered rare or valuable? Do you have questions about valuation and insurance? We can help! Contact us today and we will put you in touch with Dr. Berlin or a numismatic appraiser in your area to make sure your collection is adequately valued and protected.
Real Estate Bisnow Chicago names Marcel one of “Real Estate’s Top Dogs”
We are proud to announce that the real estate industry e-Publication Real Estate Now recently named Marcel one of Chicago’s “Top Dogs” in real estate. They write:
“This is three-month-old Marcel, Parr Insurance Brokerage’s apprentice and intellectual Swiss Mountain puppy. Parr’s Tom Neis says Marcel will be able to fill your dog’s business background questions on building and apartment insurance when that information is needed as a risk mitigation technique. (Some dogs can mitigate risk better than others. They’re the ones that go outside, not in your shoe.)”
Melissa Neis interviewed by Multifamily Executive
Parr’s Melissa Neis was interviewed by Mutlifamily Executive magazine about the ease of purchasing renters insurance through the Suite Protector platform. The interview will be featured in the magazine’s September issue, click here or the logo above to read the online edition.
Introducing Our Newest Team Member
Dwight Zivo has been named vice president of marketing for Chicago-based Parr Insurance Brokerage. In his new role, Zivo will be responsible for developing and executing the marketing and brand strategy for the company, which serves high-net-worth individuals and families nationwide with customized insurance coverage.
A 28-year veteran of the insurance industry, Zivo has a proven track record of building and managing successful insurance agencies. Most recently, Zivo was the owner and founder of Chicago-based NB Independent Brokerage, an independent financial services agency licensed in both property/casualty, life/health and merchant processing services.
Zivo, a Chicago resident, also was the owner of Dwight D. Zivo Insurance Agency Inc., a property and casualty firm serving a wide-range of clients from small personal lines to large commercial accounts.
Zivo is a licensed CPA with extensive senior management experience in the insurance sector of public accounting. He received a bachelor’s of science degree in accounting from Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Ill.
Click here for coverage in Insurance Journal – Midwest.
2014 National Apartment Association Education & Education Conference
Tom Neis, Melissa Neis, Walt Teichen and Dwight Zivo in Parr’s 2014 NAA Conference booth
Parr Insurance Brokerage was one of 417 exhibiting companies offering services to the multifamily industry at this year’s National Apartment Association Education Conference & Exhibition. Held in Denver Colorado June 18-21, the conference welcomed more than 8,000 attendees from across the country—a record breaking amount for this innovative conference.
The National Apartment Association (NAA) services the interests of multifamily housing owners, managers, developer and suppliers. It is comprised of a federation of more than 170 state and local affiliates with over 63,000 members. According the NAA President & CEO Doug Culkin, CAE, “Our event provides apartment leaders with opportunities to showcase our industry’s promise to offer real solutions to the most pressing challenges.”
Parr Insurance Brokerage’s Suite Protector does just that: by providing landlords with an online platform to offer tenant’s renters insurance, Suite Protector eliminates cumbersome administration and faulty insurance tracking methods. For the tenant, Suite Protector provides comprehensive insurance coverage with zero wait time and no underwriting requirements.
Parr’s cocktail party at Four Seasons Hotel Denver
In addition to the exhibition, Parr hosted an intimate cocktail party at the Four Seasons Hotel Denver for leading industry professionals. Also, Bryan Piesczak, owner of Deerwoods Real Estate Management was the lucky winner of our iPad drawing. Congratulations Bryan!
We’re already looking forward to next year’s education conference in Las Vegas!