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Labor Day Holiday Hours
CAIS will be closing early on Friday, 9/4/2026 at 3p.m., in celebration of Labor Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, 9/8/2026. Please remember that MGAlive is available online for our agents to quote, bind, and issue policies during the closure. Payments may be made through our website Payments page. Visit our FAQ for answers to common questions.
olivia33582
12 hours ago1 min read


CAIS Offers A++ Chubb D&O with EPLI for Community Associations
Our Directors and Officers with Employment Practices Liability Insurance covers both the associations you insure and their community management company. CAIS has offered Chubb Westchester's Directors and Officers insurance for over 8 years. Quote Admitted, AM Best A++ rated, Directors and officers insurance for your Community Association customers online now through our agent portal, MGAlive. Go to the Quote drop-down menu on our Home page and select Directors and Officers to
melaniep07
Aug 141 min read


Fall 2026 Trade Show Lineup
As CAIS prepares for a busy fall season, we are looking forward to connecting with board members, community managers, and industry professionals at several upcoming CAI events across the country. CAI-North Gulf Coast Chapter Fall Education Event September 18, 2026 Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort Panama City Beach, Florida CAI-NJ Conference & Expo October 15, 2026 Booth #1017 New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center Edison, New Jersey CAI Long Island Annual Trade Show October 1
olivia33582
Aug 131 min read


New Limits up to $40M Available for HOA Umbrella/Excess Liability
Protect your Community Association clients with an Umbrella Insurance Policy through CAIS. The Umbrella policy provides additional liability coverage over the GL, EL, and D&O insurance when the association suffers a catastrophic loss that exceeds those policy limits. CAIS offers new business limits of $5 Million, $10 Million, $15 Million, $25 Million, and $40 Million, available on a layered basis across multiple A-rated carriers.* *All carriers: A.M. Best rating of A- VIII
melaniep07
Aug 71 min read


A Day of Connection and Competition🏆
On 7/31, our team traded desks for buzzers as we gathered for an afternoon of game show-style fun and friendly competition. The event brought everyone together for a team-building experience filled with energy, laughter, and plenty of memorable moments. It was the perfect opportunity to step away from our daily routines, connect with coworkers, and enjoy some well-deserved time together. Delicious food, exciting challenges, and great company made for an unforgettable afternoo
olivia33582
Aug 31 min read


Early Closure for CAIS Summer Staff Event 🎉
CAIS will be closing early on Friday 7/31/2026 at 10:30am PST, for our staff to attend a summer staff event. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, 8/3/2026. Please remember that MGAlive is available online for our agents to quote, bind, and issue policies during the closure. Payments may be made through our website Payments page. Visit our FAQ for answers to common questions.
olivia33582
Jul 271 min read


MGAlive Makes Community Association Insurance Easy!
This summer, make ONE-STOP to quote WC, Crime, D&O, & Umbrella. Available in all 50 states for most products. Visit our Join page to apply for access online. Already have access? Visit our agent portal, MGAlive.com and quote today. MGAlive access includes: A- rated or higher, programs tailored solely for Community Associations, including: If-Any Workers' Compensation Payroll based Workers' Compensation Crime on DISCOVERY FORM w/FRAUDULENT IMPERSONATION Directors and Of
melaniep07
Jul 211 min read


Smooth Sailing Starts with MGAlive☀️
As summer heats up, make sure your team has everything they need to quote, update, and manage business efficiently in MGAlive. A few simple tips can help keep your quotes moving so you can make the most of the summer season. 🏖️ Get the Most Out of MGAlive Address Search A few quick MGAlive tips can help keep quotes moving: • Use USPS abbreviations when entering addresses • Select validated addresses from the dropdown menu 🌊 Save Time with Update Quote Use Update Quote to
olivia33582
Jul 201 min read
Get Best-in-Class Community Association Crime Insurance with Social Engineering
Watch this short video to see our coverage highlights including Discovery basis and Fraudulent impersonation (Social Engineering). Click this Vimeo link, or watch below. Discovery Basis & Social Engineering Watch this short video to learn more about our Crime Program for Community Associations, covering board members and the property management company. Crime Program details: Written on a Discovery basis and includes $25,000 for Fraudulent Impersonation/Social Enginee
melaniep07
Jul 141 min read


A Fresh Look, the Same CAIS You Trust
Updating Our Visual Identity to Better Reflect Our Amwins Family If you notice a few color changes on our websites, social media channels, marketing materials, or within MGAlive.com, don't worry—you're in the right place. Over the coming months, CAISlive.com and MGAlive.com will be gradually updating our visual branding to better align with our parent company, Amwins. As part of this transition, our CAIS logo will adopt a two-color design featuring the Amwins dark blue and li
melaniep07
Jul 101 min read


2026 Holiday Hours for Independence Day
CAIS will close early on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026 at 3pm and will remain closed through July 3rd, 2026, in celebration of Independence Day. MGAlive.com will be available online for our agents during the holiday closure. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, July 6th, 2026. We hope you have a wonderful holiday! Payments may be made through our website Payments page. Visit our FAQ for answers to common questions. Download flyers and forms on our Product flyer page. In
melaniep07
Jun 291 min read


Juneteenth Holiday Hours 2026
CAIS will close early, at 3 pm on Thursday 6/18/26, and will remain closed through Friday, 6/19/26, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Normal hours will resume on Monday, 6/22/26. Our transactional website, MGAlive.com, will remain available online for our agents to Quote and Bind during our office closure. For payments, please visit the Payments page of our company website, CAISlive. If you have a question after hours, on weekends, or during a holiday, please check for
melaniep07
Jun 151 min read


Find CAIS at FAIA 6/17/26-6/29/26, Booth 718
Stop by booth 718 and say hello to Gary at FAIA next week. Find out the latest details on CAIS Programs and our agent portal, MGAlive.com. We look forward to seeing our Florida agents! Visit the event website for registration and additional information. Find upcoming events that CAIS is sponsoring or exhibiting at, by visiting the Events page of our website. Need our latest flyers or a form? Visit our Product Flyers and Forms page.
melaniep07
Jun 81 min read


Booth 518 - CAI Annual Expo 6/3-6/5, 2026
CAIS Offers Easy Condo/HOA Insurance! Stop by booth 518 June 3rd-5th at the annual CAI Conference & Expo in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Ask the CAIS team about our products and latest updates to our agent portal, MGAlive.com. We offer: WC, Crime, D&O, and Umbrella/Excess. Available in all 50 states for most products. Register to attend. We are excited to see our Agents, Property Managers, & Board Members at the show! Visit our Events page to see additional upcoming shows. MGAlive ac
melaniep07
May 211 min read


Holiday Hours for Memorial Day Weekend 2026
CAIS will close early on Friday, May 22nd, 2026, at 3 p.m. PDT, and will remain closed through Monday, May 25th, 2026, in honor of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026. Our transactional website, MGAlive, will remain open. For payments, please visit the Payments page of CAISlive. If you have a question after hours, on weekends, or during a holiday, please check for the answer on the FAQ page of CAISlive or the Resources Page of MGAlive
melaniep07
May 181 min read


Volunteers Are Spreading Spring Cheer in a Neighborhood Near You!
I t's that time of year, when Condo & HOA Volunteers are planting new flowers in their Community Association. A CAIS Workers' Comp policy with Volunteer Coverage, has their back!* For National Volunteer Week, April 19th-25th, encourage your Condo/HOA clients to cover their volunteers year-round with a low cost "If-Any" Workers' Comp policy! It's a great way to show volunteers they are appreciated while protecting the Community Association and your E&O! If the board says,
melaniep07
Apr 202 min read


A Win Beyond the Scoreboard at the Ballpark ⚾️🌭
This week, on 4/16/26, our team traded spreadsheets for scorecards as we headed to the Sacramento ballpark to catch an afternoon game between the A’s and the Texas Rangers. It was the perfect setting to unwind, enjoy good food, and spend time together outside the office. We were also glad to be joined by familiar faces from our sister company, KDIS, making the outing even more fun as we enjoyed the day as one extended team. Hot dogs, snacks, and cold drinks? Check. A great vi
melaniep07
Apr 171 min read


Get A++ Chubb D&O with EPLI for Condos/HOAs
Our Directors and Officers with Employment Practices Liability Insurance covers both the associations you insure and their community management company. CAIS has offered Chubb Westchester's Directors and Officers insurance for over 8 years. Quote Admitted, AM Best A++ rated, Directors and officers insurance for your Community Association customers online now through our agent portal, MGAlive . Go to the Quote drop-down menu on our Home page and select Directors and Officers
melaniep07
Apr 61 min read


Closing Early on Thursday 04/16/26 for Our Staff Spring Event!
CAIS will close early, at 10:30 a.m. PDT, on Thursday, April 16th, for our staff to attend an off-site event. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, April 17th. Our agent portal, MGAlive.com , is open for CAIS agents to quote, bind, and issue policies during our office closure. Payments may be made through our website Payments page . Visit our FAQ for answers to common questions.
melaniep07
Mar 311 min read


Our Umbrella/Excess Liability Team is Here to Help!
Get Top Coverage and Top Customer Service! It's easy to add Umbrella/Excess Liability to your Insured's Account on MGAlive. Visit MGAlive.com to quote or visit our Join page to apply for access. Have Umbrella questions? Our Umbrella team is ready to help! Call (888) 833-4158. Work with an underwriter on every submission! Protect your Community Association clients with an Umbrella Insurance Policy through CAIS. The Umbrella policy provides additional liability coverage
melaniep07
Mar 301 min read
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