HARTFORD, CT – January 19, 2022—The interest of U.S. insurance companies in incorporating Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) factors into…
U.S. Life Insurance Activity Closes 2021 With Solid Growth, MIB Reports
Life insurance growth was driven by consumers between the ages of 31 and 50, and by consumers age 71 and older.
Commentary: Your Annuity Clients Probably Want You To Be A Fiduciary
The punishment for not acting as a fiduciary when you should have done so is potentially catastrophic to your practice and your net worth.
New York, January 18, 2022: Cyber perils are the biggest concern for companies globally in 2022, according to the Allianz…
Choir Launches With The Goal Of Increasing Conference Diversity
Just as a choir is made up of many different voices, two women are challenging financial services to include a diverse range of voices on stage at industry events.
Life Insurance Industry On Track For Record Premium Growth
The U.S. life insurance industry is on track to post its fastest premium growth in nearly 20 years, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence Report.
71% Of BGAs, IMOs Report Success Adding Young Producers
The study provides a revealing snapshot on where producers are two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, how the evolution with BGAs and IMOs is proceeding, and how recruitment of producers is going.
Medicare Beneficiaries Face Increased Out-Of-Pocket Costs, EBRI Says
A new study from the Employee Benefit Research Institute finds that health savings targets for a retiring 65-year-old increased between three and eight percent in 2021 relative to the targets for a 65-year-old retiring in 2020.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) did not cause small employers to stop offering health coverage, a new analysis shows. The…
Building a Winning Talent Strategy – with Alison Salka
Competition for talent is fierce, and the way companies are attracting, engaging, and retaining talent needs to evolve. This webinar will give insight into the changing dynamics of the insurance labor market and the challenges to attracting talent, as well as the keys to retaining the best candidates and employees.
47% Of Women Saved Less For Retirement In The Wake Of COVID-19
Add saving for retirement to the list of things that COVID-19 has impacted, according to a new survey from the personal finance website The Penny Hoarder.
CINCINNATI – Jan. 12, 2022 – Western & Southern Financial Group has completed the acquisition of Fabric Technologies Inc. and…
Covid Likely To Drive Up Health Care Costs For Insurers, Analyst Says
Health insurers might be looking at higher long-term healthcare costs directly and indirectly related to the ongoing pandemic, a Fitch Ratings analyst said Tuesday.
WASHINGTON, D.C. The National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies announced that John Gilbert, President at The National Benefit Corp….
How To Break Free From Pandemic Barriers And Get Sales Leads
With the pandemic still making it difficult for many advisors to meet frequently with prospects face-to-face, many of them are looking for methods they can use to acquire and engage clients in this COVID-19 environment.
As we get started in 2022, now is the time to ensure that your financial planning practice is ship shape and ready for the year ahead. This week we’re sharing five action items to get you off to a quick start in both your financial planning practice and for your clients.
Avoid These 11 Mistakes In Complying With DOL Best Interest Rules
Regulators are honing best-interest principles after President Joe Biden’s administration allowed a rule published by his predecessor to take effect in February 2021.
Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Cost Rose Sharply in 2021: Study
The average per-employee cost of employer-sponsored health insurance jumped 6.3% in 2021 as employees and their families resumed care after avoiding it in 2020 due to the pandemic.
MINNEAPOLIS – Jan. 10, 2022 – Despite the start of a new year, a majority of Americans remain worried about…