To The Point: A MarshBerry Video Series

Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprise Assessment: A Solution Looking for a Problem?

August 19, 2021

MarshBerry Director George Bucur focuses on serving specialty firms and provides perspective on many factors influencing transaction activity, deal structure, valuations and the overall marketplace. In this edition, George covers the pros and cons of the new A.M. Best rating and how it may impact firms in the Specialty Distribution marketplace. Does it provide additional insight for carriers? Or does it create barriers of entry for Delegated Authority firms?

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