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Frequently Asked Questions: Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide: Overview

What is Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide - United States & Canada?

What information is included in Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide?

How does this product differ from Best's Key Rating Guide?

What information is covered in Best's Review magazine?

How much does this offer cost?

How can I order or request additional information?

Is Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide available with any special programs?

How can I order a group quantity or request additional information?

What is Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide - United States & Canada?

Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide provides insurance industry professionals with Best's Ratings and the current year of key financial data on insurance companies. Included are ratings and performance indicators for thousands of insurance organizations. The book's size--3.75" x 6.75"--makes it perfect for carrying into presentations and for reference throughout the day. Two separate editions are available, one for Life/Health companies and one for Property/Casualty companies.

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What information is included in Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide?

Each company profile in Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide contains the edition year's:

· Best's Rating

· Best's Financial Size Category

· Assets

· Net Premiums Written

· Company name and address information

A supplemental table of combined groups is also included in the print edition, plus a detailed explanation of Best's Ratings, definitions of insurance terms and more.

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How does this product differ from Best's Key Rating Guide?

The Pocket Guide contains one year of data, while Best's Key Rating Guide provides five. Best's Key Rating Guide also contains statement data, performance ratios and other company data not presented in the pocket version. Best's Key Rating Guide also includes access to BestAlert Service and online Personalized Presentation Reports. Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide offers the advantage of the convenient size and more concise company profiles. Visit www.ambest.com/sales/krg for full details on Best's Key Rating Guide.

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What information is covered in Best's Review magazine?

Best's Review covers recent insurance industry news and trends, contains interviews with industry leaders, and follows federal and legislative activity that affects the industry. Statistical Studies prepared by A.M. Best analysts are included, and a Rating Actions section provides updates to Best's Ratings. Visit www.ambest.com/sales/bestsreview for full details.

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How much does this offer cost?

For 2008, a Regular Service subscription, which includes a year of Best's Review magazine (print), or a Regular - Online subscription, which includes Best's Review (digital only) are both $35. A Full Service subscription, which includes Best's Review and BestWeek print/online is $720. Full Service - Online costs $620, and subscribers receive the online versions of Best's Review and BestWeek. Delivery Charges (U.S.) are $3.95. All prices are in U.S. dollars. Each purchase includes the print version. For ordering information, please contact Customer Service at (908) 439-2200, ext. 5742, or e-mail customer_service@ambest.com.

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How can I order or request additional information?

Order online at the main product pages or call Customer Service at (908) 439-2200, ext. 5742. Call or e-mail customer_service@ambest.com for more information.

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Is Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide available with any special programs?

Yes. Quantity subscriptions* to Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide (with Best's Review) are available to give to your valued agents or clients. Your company's logo and "Compliments Of:" will be embossed on Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide print edition. A "Compliments: Your Company" label and cover will accompany each month's edition of Best's Review. You'll promote your company each time your clients or agents refer to their Best's Pocket Key Rating Guide, in addition to their 12 issues of Best's Review. And with a bulk order, shipping and handling is free to deliveries within the U.S.

*Minimum quantity of 100.

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How can I order a group quantity or request additional information?

Call Sales at (908) 439-2200, ext. 5311 or e-mail sales@ambest.com. Visit www.ambest.com/sales/corpsubscription for full details.

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