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The Colorado Difference: Why Community Banks Matter More Than You Think
Community banks help make that possible for more Colorado families by combining responsible underwriting with real-world understanding.

CP Insurance Associates
1 hour ago4 min read


Severe Convective Storms: A Quiet but Growing Threat to Loan Collateral and Portfolio Stability
Severe convective storms events are reshaping insurance availability, coverage terms, and loss outcomes in ways that directly affect banks, lenders, and servicers with property-backed portfolios.

CP Insurance Associates
Jan 263 min read


Is Your Bank Leaving Money on the Table in Your Check Printing Contract?
CPIA partners with CrossCheck to help our clients uncover these savings and ensure their check printing agreements remain fair, flexible, and aligned with today’s realities.

CP Insurance Associates
Jan 62 min read


The Four Economies of Texas, and the Community Banks That Keep Them Growing
Explore why community banks are the backbone of Texas’ diverse economy and how CPIA safeguards their people, portfolios, and operations to keep Texas growing strong.

CP Insurance Associates
Dec 30, 20254 min read


Farm Equipment Financing Made Safer: The Role of Credit Life & Disability Insurance
By offering optional Credit Life and Credit Disability Insurance, community banks can help ensure that unexpected life events don’t jeopardize a farm’s financial stability, or the bank’s portfolio health.

CP Insurance Associates
Dec 15, 20254 min read


The Unmatched Value of Automatic Lender-Placed Insurance in Today’s Inflationary Market
Automatic lender-placed insurance delivers unmatched value. Instead of waiting for manual confirmation of a borrower’s coverage, lenders can rely on a seamless, automated process that ensures continuous protection for every tracked asset.

CP Insurance Associates
Nov 24, 20252 min read


How to Partner with CPIA: A Step-by-Step Guide to Streamlined Insurance Tracking Services
If you’ve ever wondered whether CPIA’s Insurance Tracking Services are right for your organization, here’s what to expect when partnering with us.

CP Insurance Associates
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Manual vs. Automated Property Tax Tracking: Which Is Right for Your Institution?
Manual tracking may have worked in the past, but the property tax landscape has grown too complex for human-only oversight. Automation doesn’t just streamline processes; it protects your institution from unnecessary risk and ensures you’re always a step ahead of potential tax issues.

CP Insurance Associates
Oct 27, 20253 min read


Wildfire Exclusions in Your Bank’s Portfolio: Are Your High-Risk Assets Protected?
Wildfire exclusions in insurance coverage could leave your bank exposed. While most standard homeowners’ insurance policies technically cover fire-related damage, there’s a troubling trend emerging in wildfire-prone regions: exclusions or limitations on wildfire coverage.

CP Insurance Associates
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Bank Insurance Specialists: Why Banks Need Expert Protection
Discover why banks need specialized insurance coverage. CP Insurance Associates provides expert protection for lending portfolios, cyber risk, management liability, and more; tailored for today’s complex regulatory environment.

CP Insurance Associates
Oct 15, 20252 min read


10 Ways Community Banks Serve as The Cornerstone of Local Economies
Banking locally with a community bank keeps financial resources close to home, where they can do the most good. Local deposits are reinvested directly into the community through small business loans, mortgages, and other financial support that drives growth and stability.

CP Insurance Associates
Sep 16, 20253 min read


What Bankers Need to Know About Akira Ransomware, and How to Defend Against It
Akira ransomware is a stark reminder that cybercriminals adapt as quickly as defenses evolve, this article outline what banks need to stay protected.

CP Insurance Associates
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Credit Insurance: A Win/Win for Bank and Borrower
Learn how easy it can be to add the option for credit life and disability insurance to your lending portfolio.

CP Insurance Associates
Sep 8, 20254 min read


Workers Compensation Insurance for Banks: What You Need to Know
Workers compensation insurance for banks is a critical piece of protection, both for employees and the institution itself.

CP Insurance Associates
Aug 25, 20253 min read


Blanket vs. Lender Placed Insurance: What’s Best for Your Lending Portfolio?
Compare blanket and lender-placed insurance side-by-side, explore the benefits and drawbacks of each, and help you determine which model best supports your lending operations.

CP Insurance Associates
Jul 22, 20253 min read


Why Your Local Insurance Agent Isn’t Best for Your Community Bank
A local agent may be well-meaning and connected, but without specialized expertise in financial institution coverage, they could leave you exposed to gaps in protection, or worse, inadvertently create situations that could invalidate your policies.

CP Insurance Associates
Jun 11, 20254 min read


Your Bank’s Check Program, Reimagined: Smarter Contracts, Real Savings
Leveraging their knowledge to help banks find significant savings in their check program, CrossCheck Consulting is

CP Insurance Associates
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Understanding Mortgage E&O Insurance: A Guide for Banks and Lenders
Mortgage E&O insurance is an essential defense line for banks and lenders.

CP Insurance Associates
May 7, 20253 min read


Securing the Future: The Importance of Directors and Officers Insurance for Financial Institutions in 2025
As the financial landscape continues to shift, the significance of directors and officers insurance remains clear.

CP Insurance Associates
Dec 30, 20242 min read


Uncovering the Hidden Gems: The Surprising Advantages of Banking with Community Banks
The advantages of banking with community banks extend well beyond just personalized service.

CP Insurance Associates
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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