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I asked nurses, technicians and secretaries where it was: the iPad for patients who wanted to speak to their loved ones. COVID didn’t allow visitors. A few days into our peak, it was likely this patient had COVID. They were gasping for air, but could still speak, somewhat. I was hoping to save them an…
Read MoreCertain stores have developed a fandom as loyal as that of any sports team. Think of the Trader Joe’s devotees, or those who love Target with a passion (guilty on both fronts). Costco definitely makes that list. Avid fans discuss the warehouse store on the discussion board Reddit, and numerous blogs and Facebook groups share…
Read MoreEvery year, for over 80 years, the Tax Foundation has hosted its end-of-year gala, Tax Prom, to bring together the tax community in a spirit of bipartisanship and to celebrate the hard work of the year. In 2020, like so many other things, Tax Prom was a little different. Instead of gathering in person, we…
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Key Findings: Excessive tax rates on cigarettes in some states induce substantial black and gray market movement of tobacco products into high-tax states from low-tax states or foreign sources. New York has the highest inbound smuggling activity, with an estimated 53.2 percent of cigarettes consumed in the state deriving from smuggled sources in 2018. New…
Read MoreAmazon is offering a new option for receiving packages, which can help you deter package thieves and nosey gift recipients alike. It’s one of a growing number of delivery options. In fact, this holiday season, Amazon reminds you that you have multiple options not only for delivery of packages but for tracking packages and keeping…
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The third-quarter saw significant proportions of catastrophe losses retained by insurers, due to the proliferation and aggregation of multiple smaller loss events. But the fourth-quarter could see that trend reverse, if insurers breach the retained proportion of their aggregate reinsurance covers, analysts at Jefferies have explained. In a new report, Jefferies analyst team highlights the…
Read MoreThis story originally appeared on SmartAsset. The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted older American workers, both in its health impacts and the ability to budget and save for retirement. Workers 65 and older have seen some of the highest recent unemployment rates. A Kaiser Family Foundation analysis of April 2020 data from the U.S. Bureau…
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The combination of catastrophe bonds alongside insurance bonds in an investment portfolio can generate a “hidden source of alpha” for investors, offering them an “untapped source of risk premium”, specialist investment manager Twelve Capital has said. Twelve Capital, the Zurich headquartered catastrophe bond, insurance-linked securities (ILS) and reinsurance linked investment fund manager, explained in a…
Read MoreThis story originally appeared on FlexJobs. There’s no doubt that working from home can bring a lot of benefits to your work life and your professional life. But while the advantages may come easy, keeping yourself healthy when you work from home sometimes isn’t. Whether you’re a seasoned remote worker or about to embark on…
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Florida headquartered, expansive catastrophe exposed primary property insurer United Insurance Holdings (UPC Insurance), has increased added to its reinsurance program protection by raising the quota share cession rates it has with its reinsurance partners. By raising the quota share reinsurance cession rates, United (UPC Insurance) will effectively be ceding an increased proportion of its premiums…
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