New LIMRA research head Bryan Hodgens talks annuity and life sales with INN
Bryan Hodgens recently joined John Hilton, senior editor for InsuranceNewsNet, for a discussion of his new role as head of LIMRA research.
‘Silent AI’: Consulting firm alerts insurers about risks
“Silent AI” refers to potential risks in traditional property and liability insurance policies that are associated with the use of artificial intelligence but are neither explicitly included nor excluded.
Cigna says 4th lawsuit still shows no evidence of improper claim denials
Plaintiffs have had four chances to make a case that Cigna improperly rejected medical claims, the health insurer said in a new court filing.
Independent distribution: How it’s changing the industry
As the number of independent advisors has grown, the influence of intermediaries has grown as well.
Does working with an advisor really provide benefits to the consumer?
Does having a financial advisor truly make a difference? A recent Northwestern Mutual study has some answers.
Time ‘to adjust’ on interest rates, Powell says, hinting at cuts to come
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirmed what the financial markets and monetary policy watchers were expecting in a speech Friday: interest rate cuts are coming.
Annuity sales ignore all disruptions in another strong quarter, Wink finds
Sales for all annuities climbed nearly 4% compared to the previous quarter, according to Wink’s Sales & Market Report.
Lawsuit revived for man who lost $16M in life policies on a missed payment
A federal appeals court gave a partial win to a Connecticut man claiming that AXA Equitable allowed his life insurance policies to lapse without any payment reminder.
5 communication best practices for enhancing client retention
When it comes to retaining clients, client communication can prove an asset. What are best practices for client communication?
Next president might control fate of DOL fiduciary rule, analysts say
While likely not a top issue for them, either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will likely end up deciding the fate of the DOL effort to extend fiduciary duty.
Will life insurance be the next product to go ‘green’?
With so much consumer interest in healthy living and sustainability, will the life insurance industry begin to offer “green” life insurance?
AuguStar rounds out product lineup with new IUL
AuguStar Life continues to round out its product lineup with a new indexed universal life offering.
Planning for retirement beyond Social Security
Social Security was never intended to be the only source of income after retirement.
How to recognize – and get over – a sales slump
Sales slumps are inevitable, no matter your experience level. We talk to some experts who can help you break through.
Execs, regulators debate merits of illustration rules, areas that need work
State regulators hosted a panel looking into life insurance and annuity illustrations for flaws that can be corrected.
High interest rates put chokehold on whole life in flat Q2 , LIMRA finds
New life insurance premium declined 1% during the first half, and the total number of policies sold was level with 2023, LIMRA reports.
Achieving life insurance success with middle-income Americans
Recent study reveals middle-income Americans represent the largest market opportunity for the financial-services industry.
Life insurers depend on technology to stay compliant
Investing in the right product technology is crucial for insurers to maintain compliance while also adapting quickly to regulatory changes.
Amazonification has changed insurance marketing
Amazon has influenced nearly all our transactions – including shopping for insurance.
