Damage Protection by Assurant

“Each marketing channel has their own version of protection and it was very difficult to scale across a portfolio and inconsistent across channels. We wanted our clients to be able to offer their guests and homeowners peace of mind regardless of where the booking occurred.” – Mike Stachowiak

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB)
October 09, 2019

MyVR is excited to announce a new partnership with Assurant to launch a unique, fully integrated damage protection solution, “MyVR’s Damage Protection by Assurant” designed specifically for short-term property managers and offered exclusively on the MyVR platform.

“Damage protection has evolved greatly over the last decade and we studied the various models in the marketplace and solicited extensive feedback from clients before we finalized this offering and chose Assurant as our partner,” says Mike Stachowiak, Co-founder and CTO of MyVR. “Each marketing channel has their own version of protection and it was very difficult to scale across a portfolio and inconsistent across channels. We wanted our clients to be able to offer their guests and homeowners peace of mind regardless of where the booking occurred.”

Damage protection began in the mid-2000’s amidst the height of consumer credit card fraud concern and increased charge-back risk if property managers retained a security deposit. The delicate balance of maintaining a superior guest experience while protecting the assets of the homeowner make damage waiver protection a powerful addition to a property manager’s

portfolio.

According to HomeAway, approximately 80% of guests would rather pay a small, nonrefundable fee than a large, refundable security deposit.

“Our unique offering with Assurant allows property managers to choose varying levels of protection based on the value of the home and potential replacement cost of furnishings instead of the one size fits all approach taken by other providers,” says Mike. “This allows our clients to provide their guests with the right level of coverage at a price that encourages conversion.”

Assurant, Inc. is a global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases. “Usage- based vacation rental protection delivers customizable risk management solutions to make vacation rental transactions simple while giving property owners and their renters peace of mind,” said Kunal Malhotra, Vice President of Global Specialty Innovation at Assurant, “Our partnership with MyVR is another example of our sharing economy products empowering innovative companies.”

For more information, visit http://www.MyVR.com and request a full software demo today.

About MyVR

MyVR is a cloud-based software solution for short-term rental property managers. From a centralized dashboard, MyVR customers can manage 70+ premium listing sites (including AirBnB, HomeAway, Booking.com, Expedia and VRBO), launch their own direct sales channels, and automate renter communications and day-to-day workflow. MyVR’s open and extensible platform allows customers to integrate their in-house tools and connect to best-of-breed third party apps, while retaining control of their data in a centralized workspace. MyVR is backed by True Ventures, Y Combinator, SV Angel, and numerous angel investors. To learn more about MyVR, visit http://www.MyVR.com.

About Assurant

Assurant, Inc. is a leading global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases. Anticipating the evolving needs of consumers, Assurant partners with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative products and services and to deliver an enhanced customer experience. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant offers mobile device solutions; extended service contracts; vehicle protection services; pre-funded funeral insurance; renters insurance and lender-placed homeowners insurance. The Assurant Foundation strengthens communities by supporting charitable partners that help protect where people live and can thrive, connect with local resources, inspire inclusion and prepare leaders of the future. Learn more at http://www.assurant.com or on Twitter @AssurantNews.

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SignatureCare Emergency Center, Stafford, TX

We are concerned that patients experiencing serious medical emergencies might walk out of the emergency room out of fear of cost and confusion, not realizing that emergency care at SignatureCare facilities will be covered by their insurance companies as any other in-network facility.

HOUSTON (PRWEB)
October 09, 2019

Newly enacted Texas laws seeking to help patients understand their rights and responsibilities when they visit emergency rooms, appear to be having the opposite effect, according to doctors at SignatureCare Emergency Center.

The Texas legislature recently enacted HB 2041 and SB 1264, updating full disclosure on balance billing, facility notice, and patient responsibility.

Houston, TX based SignatureCare Emergency Center said its doctors are seeing an increase in the number of patients who walk out of emergency rooms due to apparent confusion created by these new legislations which went into effect on September 1st, 2019.

Dr. Hashibul Hannan, MD, a board-certified emergency physician and Managing Partner at SignatureCare Emergency Center, said the confusion, if left unaddressed, could lead to more Texans not getting critical and timely emergency medical care they desperately need.

“What our doctors are seeing is that some patients are walking out of the emergency rooms in confusion. Most Texans do not yet understand the new laws,” said Dr. Hannan.

The new regulations require emergency facilities to post a notice throughout the ER. It also requires facilities to provide each patient with a disclosure statement identifying the cost of their medical care and state if the facility is out-of-network for their insurance. This is resulting in patents getting alarmed and walking out even before being evaluated for potential life-threatening emergencies.

“All it does is create confusion and fear in the patient’s mind. Often, patients walking into the emergency room do not understand that Texas legislature also has regulations that protect the citizens and that emergency care should be covered at in-network rate by their insurance providers,” Hannan said.

He added that while SignatureCare Emergency Center understands the intent of the new regulations and agrees with it, the state needs to do more to educate the public about the regulations in order to alleviate confusion and fear.

Hannan said that as a provider of emergency medical services, SignatureCare Emergency Center evaluates all patients that walk into the facilities, whether they have health insurance or not.

“We do not turn anyone with a medical emergency away, whether they have health insurance or not. The care each patient receives when they come into any SignatureCare Emergency Center has not changed, and it will not change. We strive to provide top quality care to everyone,” he said.

“We are concerned that patients experiencing serious medical emergencies might walk out of the emergency room out of fear of cost and confusion, not realizing that emergency care at SignatureCare facilities will be covered by their insurance companies as any other in-network facility. Failure to receive needed critical care in a timely manner could lead to severe consequences.” Hannan added.

He said that SignatureCare Emergency Center will continue to work with other emergency medical services providers, as well as medical organizations in Texas, to further clarify the regulations, and help patients fully understand their rights.

“We want to make sure everyone understands that the new regulations do not affect the quality of emergency care they will receive with or without health insurance. No one needs to leave the emergency room just because they may be confused by these regulations. We are medical professionals. We will still see them and address their emergency conditions,” Dr. Hannan added.

About SignatureCare Emergency Center

Houston, TX based SignatureCare Emergency Center owns 24-hour emergency centers throughout Texas including nine locations in the Houston area (Montrose, Houston Heights, Cypress/FM 1960, Copperfield, Memorial City, Westchase, Bellaire, Mission Bend/Sugar Land and Stafford), Killeen, Austin, College Station, Paris, Midland, Odessa and Texarkana, TX.

Additional information is on our website at https://ercare24.com.

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Sally is an outstanding addition to Alera Group’s leadership team, and we look forward to the impact of her expertise on our employee benefits practice.

DEERFIELD, Ill. and NEW YORK (PRWEB)
October 09, 2019

Alera Group, a national employee benefits, property & casualty, risk management and wealth management firm, is excited to announce that Sally Prather has recently been appointed as its national Employee Benefits Practice Leader.

Prather’s responsibilities will include the continued development of the organization’s employee benefits practice, including platform expansion and resource coordination.

“Sally is an outstanding addition to Alera Group’s leadership team, and we look forward to the impact of her expertise on our employee benefits practice,” said Jim Blue, President of Alera Group. “Her years of industry experience, combined with her collaborative management style, makes her an ideal leader of our benefits team as we continue to expand organically and acquisitively.”

Prior to joining Alera Group, Prather served as Vice President, Paychex Insurance Agency. She brings more than 25 years of experience to her role with Alera Group.

“I am thrilled to lead the employee benefits division of Alera Group, and look forward to the true collaboration happening among the Alera Group firms,” said Sally Prather. “Together, we will strengthen our value proposition through unparalleled benefits resources and strategy.”

As Employee Benefits Practice Leader, Prather joins Alera Group as the latest member of an industry-leading team of professionals across the United States. For more information about Alera Group, visit http://www.aleragroup.com.

About Alera Group

Based in Deerfield, IL, Alera Group’s over 1,700 employees serve thousands of clients nationally in employee benefits, property and casualty, risk management and wealth management. Alera Group is the 15th largest independent insurance agency in the country. For more information, visit http://www.aleragroup.com or follow Alera Group on Twitter: @AleraGroupUS.

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“Car insurance was designed to ensure that drivers are able to pay for their wrongdoings. You should buy car insurance if you want financial protection and peace of mind,” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
October 09, 2019

Car insurance is considered by many just another costly, useless investment. But the true benefits of being covered will be revealed when the policyholder is involved in an accident and has to file a claim. To find out more about auto insurance, visit https://autocarinsurancebest.com/why-should-you-buy-car-insurance/. Drivers can also get quotes and compare prices on that website.

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  Car insurance is mandatory. Each state, except New Hampshire, requires drivers to carry car insurance. Not assuming financial responsibility is punishable by law, if caught driving uninsured. .
• Car insurance will protect drivers from costly lawsuits. If a driver causes an accident and he does not have auto insurance, he will pay the victims from his own budget. The costs resulting from an accidents usually range between several thousands of dollars to several tens of thousands of dollars. Even more, if the damaged car was a luxury one or the victims sustained serious injuries. .
• Collision car insurance will automatically reimburse the policyholder. Collision car insurance will help the policyholder get sufficient money for car repairs or even replacements. This policy can be used no matter if the policyholder is the at-fault driver or not.
• Car insurance is required by lienholders. In order to secure their investment, lienholders require the buyer to carry full coverage. When the car is totally paid, the owner can drop full coverage and keep only the state minimum, plus any other personal choices.

Autocarinsurancebest.com is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://autocarinsurancebest.com

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“Future technologies will reduce the likelihood of car accidents and car thefts,” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
October 09, 2019

Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that presents the main technologies that are currently tested and will soon be available to the general public.

Find out more and get free quotes from https://compare-autoinsurance.org/what-technologies-will-be-soon-implemented-in-cars/

Numerous research projects are currently under development on laboratories and test tracks all over the world. Researchers are looking for new technologies that will improve safety and prevent car theft. The most important technologies likely to be implemented soon are:

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  Fully autonomous vehicles. Industry giants are competing for developing the best driverless car. Replacing the human driver with the Artificial Intelligence (AI) will eliminate the risk of accidents. When self-driving cars will replace the driver, radical changes will happen. From changing the laws to changing our lifestyle, the self-driving car is the most significant innovation that can affect the auto market and insurance industry.
• Driver override systems. The car’s AI will decide when to stop the vehicle. As soon as the sensors detect a possible collision, the car will apply the brakes, no matter how hard the driver tries to accelerate.
• Augmented reality windshield and dashboard. In the future, windshields and dashboards will be capable of displaying different data about the car and local area. Collision warnings and lane departure alerts will be directly displayed on the windshield.
• Health monitoring assistance. Future seatbelts and steering wheels will come fitted with health sensors. Cars will wirelessly pair with these devices in order to monitor driver’s health. In case of a heart attack, the vehicle can pull over and call an ambulance.
• Biometrics accessed cars. In order to increase vehicle security, biometric access keys are being developed. The car owner will unlock and start the car using only his fingerprint, or retinal scan and even face recognition. All these technologies already exist in order to unlock our smartphones and some car models already use them.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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Subaru of El Cajon, California

Subaru of El Cajon enjoys a real goodwill within the community, and it was a privilege to have represented the Crowley family in this sale.

IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB)
October 08, 2019

Performance Brokerage Services, North America’s highest volume automotive dealership brokerage firm, announces the sale of Subaru of El Cajon, California from Father and Son, James and Sean Crowley of the Crowley Car Company to City Ventures.

The Crowley family has been in the retail automotive industry since 1975, having owned and operated a total of 26 dealerships in San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside and Kings Counties. They currently employ over 500 people.

The Crowley Car Company supports local neighborhoods and surrounding communities through donations and volunteer work. Many team members volunteer at their local schools, youth sports, churches and more. They support accountable, financially healthy and transparent local and charitable organizations involving children, military families and schools.

Sean Crowley, President of the Crowley Car Company, commented, “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jason Stopnitzky and Performance Brokerage Services as a dealership buyer and as a dealership seller. Jason surpassed our expectations every time. Jason is hardworking, professional, straight-forward and totally trustworthy.”

Over the last 5 years, Performance Brokerage Services represented for sale over 200 automotive dealerships making it the highest volume automotive dealership brokerage firm in North America. Jason Stopnitzky, Co-Founder of Performance Brokerage Services commented, “This is the last opportunity for the assets to generate income for our clients. It is important that we identify the unique buyer in order to maximize the value and capitalize on the many years of building goodwill. Subaru of El Cajon enjoys a real goodwill within the community, and it was a privilege to have represented the Crowley family in this sale.”

The buyer for Subaru of El Cajon is City Ventures, co-owned by Daniel White and Christopher L. Erickson. These investors’ core holdings include a broad range of real estate assets and a portfolio of complementary businesses. They were recently acknowledged as an Inc. 5000 honoree for being one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the United States.

The dealership will remain at its current location at 900 Arnele Avenue in El Cajon, California 92020. The Crowley Car Company has received numerous recognition awards including the Ford Blue Oval Award, Ford President’s Award, Toyota President’s Award, Chrysler 5 Star Award, Lexus Elite President’s Award, General Motors’ Leaders of Distinction, Cadillac Distinguished Dealer Award and the Kia President’s Award. They were also nominated for the Time Dealer of the Year.

Jason Stopnitzky shared, “After 22 years of facilitating the sale of car dealerships, I can say without reservation that James and Sean Crowley are truly the upper 1%. They did everything they said they would do from the moment they received the initial letter of intent to purchase. We are grateful for the opportunity to be of service and thank the Crowley family for the friendship.”

Adrian Kulinski acted as General Counsel for Crowley Car Company. Stopnitzky commented, “Adrian made himself available around the clock to ensure a smooth and swift transaction for all parties. He graciously handled all the minutia that exists beyond the buy-sell and far exceeded the standard scope of responsibilities.” George M. Taylor, III, a Partner at Burr & Forman LLP represented City Ventures in this transaction.

About Performance Brokerage Services

Performance Brokerage Services, an auto dealership broker, specializes in professional intermediary services to buyers and sellers of automotive, commercial truck, Harley-Davidson and Powersports dealerships.

The company offers a different approach by providing complimentary dealership assessments, no upfront fees, no reimbursement of costs and is paid a success fee only. Performance Brokerage Services gets paid only after the client gets paid.

With nearly 30 years of dealership brokerage experience, the company utilizes an extensive network of industry related accountants, attorneys, hundreds of registered buyers and enjoys longstanding relationships with most of the auto manufacturers. The intermediaries at Performance Brokerage Services have been involved in well over 600 transactions. Pledging loyal and unwavering representation, confidentiality is vigilantly protected during the selling process and after the transaction closes.

With corporate offices in Irvine, California, seven regional offices in Utah, Florida, Texas, Virginia, New Jersey, Alberta and Ontario, a dedicated Harley-Davidson and Powersports Division, and a dedicated Commercial Truck Division, Performance Brokerage Services provides its clients national exposure with local representation. For more information about the services offered by Performance Brokerage Services, visit https://performancebrokerageservices.com.

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BOSTON (PRWEB)
October 08, 2019

Sentinel Benefits & Financial Group, a leading provider of financial planning and investment products and solutions, announces that it now offers individual health savings accounts (HSAs). Sentinel’s Health + Wealth model, which is designed to create an engaged and better-prepared workforce, allows partners and individuals to rethink their overall benefits spend and value.

“We partner with our clients to create an environment that encourages retirement readiness, promotes healthy choices, and empowers participants to take control of their financial well-being,” said Scott Riordan, vice president of health and welfare services at Sentinel. “Our Health + Wealth experts help simplify the benefits process for plan sponsors, and our financial planners put it all into perspective for participants.”

Sentinel Benefits’ HSA tools are powered by WEX, a leading financial technology service provider. Since 2008, Sentinel has offered HSAs to employers, and new research shows that its HSA participants (across both accounts tied to an employer and those opened by an individual) have invested 30 percent of their HSA contributions as of July 31, 2019. This is higher than the industry data that states that, at the end of 2018, only 18 percent of HSA contributions across all accountholders were invested.

Historically, healthcare (meaning insurance, benefits and reimbursement accounts) and wealth (meaning retirement plans, investment vehicles, among others) have been siloed into separate buckets. However, Sentinel is successfully breaking down those siloes by designing and administering both health and wealth plans.

To help raise greater awareness of the value of heath savings accounts, Sentinel will take part in National HSA Awareness Day, a day designed to help Americans understand the many ways that HSAs can be used to save money using pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses. Jean Chatzky, founder and CEO of HerMoney, renowned financial expert, and best-selling author will serve as a 2019 educational ambassador for HSA Day. Along with WEX’s Health division and other partners, Chatzky is sharing the benefits and value of owning and using an HSA via social media using #LoveMyHSA. To register for HSA Day, visit http://www.hsaday.com.

To learn more about Sentinel Benefits technologies, please visit: https://www.sentinelgroup.com/

About Sentinel Benefits & Financial Group

Sentinel Benefits & Financial Group is the brand name for which Sentinel Benefits Group, Inc., Sentinel Securities, Inc., Sentinel Pension Advisors, Inc. and Sentinel Insurance Agency, Inc. serve clients’ business needs. The four firms operate as separate legal entities. Sentinel Benefits Group, Inc. provides employer consulting and benefit administration; Sentinel Securities, Inc., a registered broker/dealer, offers securities products; Sentinel Pension Advisors, Inc., an SEC-registered investment advisory company, provides investment advisory services; and Sentinel Insurance Agency, Inc. provides insurance brokerage services.

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Northern Virginia Employee Benefits Brokerage

FAIRFAX, Va. (PRWEB)
October 08, 2019

Business Benefits Group, a Fairfax, VA benefits consulting firm, recently announced the release of their new employee benefits support app for clients and their employees. New and existing members can submit questions about their benefits package and receive support from the BBG team. The application is available to download for free on the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store.

The Business Benefits Group mobile app is open to organizations that are members of the firm, including executives, managers and employees. It grants clients the ability to review their policies, submit claims and request assistance from a BBG representative. Clients have the option to submit an inquiry through the app, review the status of current inquiries in real time, or refer to an inquiry that was previously solved. In addition, users can submit documentation to support their claim when filing an inquiry through the app. For billing and other client issues, BBG has a dedicated team that provides support in a timely manner.

BBG is committed to consulting businesses on their employee benefits package and ensuring they receive the ideal package based on their needs. BBG’s benefits consultants work in tandem with your HR department to determine which benefits your company needs, as well as making any changes when necessary. Therefore, HR departments are relieved of any stress that come from employees questions and concerns regarding their employee benefits. The team a BBG handles all questions, claims, and complaints regarding your employee benefits package, allowing your HR department to focus on its core functions. BBG offers a variety of coverage options outside of employee benefits, such as general liability, directors and officers, errors and omissions, property coverage and DBA, among other business insurance policies.

Speak to the benefits consultants at Business Benefits Group for more information and to receive a consultation regarding employee benefits for your organization. BBG is among very few benefits consulting organizations with an app dedicated to client support, positioning them as one of the most reputable firms in the industry. BBG can be contacted online at https://www.bbgbroker.com/ or toll-free at (844) 201-3612. The benefits consulting firm is headquartered at 4069 Chain Bridge Road, Top Floor, Fairfax, VA 22030.

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