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IIABW Launches New Website
IIABW is excited to introduce our newly redesigned website—built to make it easier for you to find what you need, when you need it. Our goal was simple: create a cleaner, more intuitive site that helps members quickly access products, education, advocacy resources, and events. Be sure to visit our new website to help you get more out of your IIABW membership.
GO BIG - 9/16-18 at New Snoqualmie Casino Hotel
The next Go Big Annual Conference will be held on September 17-18 at the NEW Snoqualmie Hotel and Casino -a high end hotel nestled in the scenic foothills of the Cascades.
- CONNECTION: Efficiently network with 300+ agencies, carriers, wholesalers and other solution providers.
- ENERGY: Learn from industry experts about new strategies and solutions you can implement in your agency immediately.
- MOMENTUM: Learn how to thrive in the softer market, how to utilize new technology to sell more efficiently, and how the market and regulatory environment is changing.
Governor Asks For Cuts & No New Taxes
Gov. Ferguson’s budget director has instructed state departments to plan significant cuts for “what will likely be the most challenging budget any of us has yet faced.” Last spring, the state legislature outspent their tax collections by $5 billion by making one-time transfers. The state’s rainy-day fund now has the lowest reserves in the country and is at risk of lowering our state's credit rating. The Seattle Times Editorial Board says lawmakers have 'run out of creative accounting tactics and cutting spending is the only way out of this mounting mess.'
Spokane Young Agents Baseball on 6/25
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There are some tickets still available for the June 25 Young Agents networking event at the Spokane Indians game. We will be in the Sky Box with a buffet dinner for $25. Sponsors: Cincinnati Insurance and Cochrane & Co.
- The July Young Agents Mariners game has sold out. 50 Young Agents will cheer on our first place Mariners!!!
IIAB of Spokane Golf Tournament 8/20
The Big I of Spokane will hold their annual golf tournament on August 20 at the Liberty Lake Golf Course. For more information and to register, click here.
IIABKC CE & Pizza Party 7/16
The IIAB of King County will hold a CE and Pizza Party on July 16 from Noon - 2:00 pm at Spiros in Shoreline. For more information, go to their website.
Homeowner Rate Increases in Washington
According to a study of homeowners rates by LendingTree,
- over the last 5 years, rates climbed 55% in Washington state and 47% nationally;
- 2025 rates increased 3.5% in Washington and 6% nationwide;
- the average annual cost of home insurance in 2025 is $1,560 in Washington State and $2,400 nationwide.
OIC: Wildfire Season is Here
The OIC recently wrote an article for consumers with tips for the claims process and the OIC’s work on wildfire mitigation.
Big I Articles
Big I Coverage Checklists
The Big I has coverage checklists and many other resources to help agencies avoid E&O claims and increase production.
Access Big I’s Life, Disability, Annuities
IIABW members can get access to Crump Life Insurance Services to access multiple insurance carriers for life, disability, annuity and critical care products.
Big I's New Trustedchoice.com
The new Big I TrustedChoice.com is a consumer-facing agency locator designed to connect insurance shoppers with independent agents. Every IIABW member agency is automatically included at no cost, but your agency's main contact must review and update your profile information to ensure consumers can find the right coverages and services your agency offers. If you aren’t able to update your profile, email Trusted.Choice@iiaba.net for support.
JD Power Carrier Satisfaction Survey
The Big I and JD Power have teamed up to capture your experience with the insurers you work with and how satisfied you are with them in a number of areas. Your feedback will only be used for research purposes, and no one will contact you as a result of completing the survey. Those who complete the survey will receive a $25 e-gift card and a complimentary summary report of the study. For more information, click here.
Free AI Training from Big I
The Big I Agents Council for Technology has created Agency AI Labs - a free on-demand learning program designed to help independent agency staff. Register once and access all the information rolled out throughout the year.
Trusted Choice Marketing Reimbursement
The Trusted Choice Marketing Reimbursement Program helps agencies offset the cost of marketing activities that help grow your agency. Get back up to $1000 from multiple vendors or sources - digital marketing, TechCompare vendors and marketing education.
Big I Hires Helps Agents Find Top Talent
Take advantage of the free limited-access account option, exclusive for Big I members. CHECK IT OUT
25% off Big I CE Webinars
Save 25% with code Summer2026 (use code at checkout) on over 50 webinars,
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