A lifetime of lessons: Thomas Peterson on why disability insurance matters
INSURANCENEWSNET MAGAZINE
In this issue...
- Risk-control index innovation grows as regulators scrutinize complexity
- Keeping it simple — With Tom Bumbolow
- Nationwide marks 100 years as a modern mutual
- A Partner on Life’s Financial Journey with Leah West
- Harnessing, cultivating and profiting from centers of influence
- A perfect storm demands better planning
SPECIAL FEATURE
Building trust in a more complex Medicare Advantage market
Medicare Advantage continues to grow as regulations, plan design and public scrutiny evolve. This makes it more important to help... Read More
From The Field
Social Security is on the ballot in the midterm elections
It should come as no surprise that Social Security solvency is a major midterm issue.
Can your finances handle an unexpected health crisis?
An unexpected illness or injury can cut income or create expensive ongoing care needs that strain household finances and long-term goals.
Financing your next agency acquisition
What owners must know before they buy.
ADVISOR NEWS
CT governor’s candidates claims: What’s true, and what’s misleading
Voters watching a blitz of television commercials in the final weeks of the Connecticut governor "s campaign have been swamped by a tsunami of conflicting claims and counterclaims. Republican gubernatorial nominee Ryan Fazio has repeatedly said in commercials that Gov. Ned Lamont raised taxes, while Lamont counters that he actually cut taxes.
NEWSWIRES
EUR/USD Signal: Double-Bottom Pattern Forms Ahead of ECB Decision
–Buy the EUR/USD pair and set a take-profit at 1.1230. –Add a stop-loss at 1.100. The pair also consolidated as traders awaited the upcoming European Central Bank decision and key US macro data, including inflation and GDP figures.
- Relation Insurance Acquires Wright Insurance Planning
- Open Enrollment set to begin Nov. 1
- AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Eni Insurance S.p.A.
- Home Insurance Is Becoming an Election Issue. Are Candidates Listening? | Insurify
- EPIC Marks New York Headquarters Milestone as Specialty Business Continues to Grow
Annuity News
Foresters Financial appoints Tom Ross as chief distribution officer for U.S. annuity sales
TORONTO, Oct. 27, 2026 — Foresters Financial has appointed Tom Ross as chief distribution officer, U.S. annuity sales, effectiv... Read More
Changing client priorities are reshaping annuity conversations
While guaranteed income remains important, principal protection, growth opportunities, and other goals are also top priorities. Read More
Insurer proposes $1.1M deal to resolve CA teachers’ annuity fee lawsuit
California public-school employees are accepting a $1.1 million settlement over what they claim are improper annuity rider fees. Read More
Life Insurance News
Life insurers race to win retirement customers as distribution shifts
Life insurance distribution is changing as population aging, retirement income needs and artificial intelligence reshape how in... Read More
Health/Employee Benefits News
Advice for health care open enrollment beginning November 1
OKLAHOMA CITY— Open enrollment for 2027 ACA health insurance plans begins on Sunday, November 1, and runs through January 15, m... Read More
Plans with cheaper premiums are risky business for Americans seeking lower healthcare costs
Healthcare costs are a major concern for Americans, and health insurance premiums are a primary fuel for that anxiety. Shrinkin... Read More
Who inherits the homeowners insurance when someone dies?
When someone in your family passes away, it can trigger a cascade of financial complications, including insurance concerns, at ... Read More
Property and Casualty News
Experts say climate change is impacting home insurance: Do homeowners see it?
The majority of homeowners either don't think climate change is behind increased homeowners insurance rates, or aren'... Read More
Rainier Partners Acquires Apex Insurance Services, a Leading Automotive Insurance MGA Platform
Rainier Partners, a private equity firm investing in lower middle-market services businesses, is pleased to announce its invest... Read More
NIOBRARA COUNTY UPDATES – OCTOBER 2026
The following information was released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture:. Niobrara County and all surrounding counties hav... Read More
Insurtech News
Beyond AI pilots: How insurers are putting AI agents to work
Insurance leaders discussed AI efficiency gains, human oversight, workforce challenges and how insurers can put AI agents to work. Read More
