November 1, 2024 FRDs: The money must go somewhere The need for guaranteed lifetime income is fueling interest in annuity sales.
October 1, 2024 Talking about it: Industry voices on retirement income In-plan investment options should be something advisors bring to the table for consideration in retirement plans’ investment lineups.
September 1, 2024 Applying customer centricity to help close the life insurance gap Closing the life insurance need gap is a challenge as well as an opportunity.
August 1, 2024 A dynamic market requires continuous learning for financial advisors Advisors need to keep up with new regulations and new technologies to better serve their clients in a changing world.
July 1, 2024 RILAs take off as consumers look for balance, protection Product innovation and new market entrants suggest the RILA market still has significant growth potential.
June 1, 2024 LGBTQ+ and life insurance: Is it a matter of trust? A growing number of young adults identify as LGBTQ+. How can the industry gain their trust?
May 1, 2024 5 growth opportunities for the life insurance industry Executives cite profitable growth as the industry’s biggest challenge.
April 1, 2024 Intermediaries forecast growth in sales and recruitment A study shows BGAs and IMOs have high expectations of sales growth while meeting the challenges of agent recruitment.
March 1, 2024 Empowering Americans to better understand financial products Americans understand the need for protection but often don’t understand how to obtain it.
February 1, 2024 Interest rates, rising demand driving annuity sales growth More consumers are seeking protection and guaranteed income.
January 1, 2024 The fear factor: Consumers and their finances Americans share what scares them most about their finances.
December 1, 2023 Advisors play critical role in retirement planning Research indicates that working with a financial advisor correlates with more positive retirement experiences.
November 1, 2023 Helping consumers understand long-term care insurance Linked benefit or hybrid life policies can be valuable tools in helping clients prepare for future long-term care needs.
October 1, 2023 How consumers choose their financial advisor Research shows the key attributes consumers value when selecting a professional to guide them with their financial needs.
September 1, 2023 Overcoming the all-or-nothing mindset How advisors and the industry can overcome consumers’ tendency to procrastinate.
August 1, 2023 Find success in cross-selling life insurance Multiline customers tend to be loyal and informed consumers.
July 1, 2023 Female financial professionals outpace their male counterparts Having more female financial professionals can help companies reach new and different customers.
June 1, 2023 Annuities rising; consumers seek balance of growth and protection Will record-breaking annuity sales continue to rise in 2023? It depends on several factors.
May 1, 2023 Now really is the time to invest in online ecosystems There are two seismic shifts occurring that will have a profound effect on the way we do business.