Agent Survival Guide | Empowering Insurance Agents to Survive Today and Thrive Tomorrow

Agent Survival Guide | Empowering Insurance Agents to Survive Today and Thrive Tomorrow

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  • Why LTCi Alternatives Are Important in Today’s Market | ASG185
    Are you familiar with all the Long-Term Care insurance options you can offer your clients? In this episode, we cover the alternatives to traditional LTC insurance and why these products deserve a place in your portfolio.
     
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    Mentioned in this Episode:
     
    Combination Products Giving Life Back to Long-term Care Market
    It Is Time to Acknowledge Standard LTCi Alternatives
    Leading Through Change: 17th Annual Intercompany Long Term Care Insurance Conference
    Long-Term Care Insurance: The SOA Pricing Project
    Long-Term Care Insurance Facts – Data - Statistics
    Long-Term Care Insurance Health Qualifications. Are You Even Insurable?
    Long-Term Services and Supports for Older Americans: Risks and Financing Research Brief
    Short-Term Care Insurance Policy Sales Grow 20 Percent
    The Traditional Long-Term Care Insurance Market Crumbles
    Who is Covered by Private Long-Term Care Insurance?
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    4 Out-of-The-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions | ASG182
    Traditional isn't the only way to go when it comes to Long-Term Care insurance for your clients. We've got four non-traditional LTC solutions that just might do the trick. 
    An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Care Planning | ASG145
    Think traditional Long-Term Care insurance is the only way to cover your client's future LTC expenses? Show your clients a different way with linked-benefit Life/LTC policies.
    Are You Offering Multiple LTCi Options? | ASG142
    Ready to offer more Long-Term Care insurance products in your portfolio? Learn the benefits and distinctions of each LTCi option – and how these products can boost your sales.
    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC | ASG138
    Do linked-benefit Life/LTC insurance products have a place in your portfolio? Find out why the market is ripe for these types of plans right now!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies
    November 10 marks the halfway point for the 2020 Annual Enrollment Period! If you’re selling Medicare products, now’s the time to reflect on your success during the first few weeks and recharge... (read more)
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),... (read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more... (read more)
     
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    13 min
  • Why LTCi Alternatives Are Important in Today’s Market | ASG185

     

    Are you familiar with all the Long-Term Care insurance options you can offer your clients? In this episode, we cover the alternatives to traditional LTC insurance and why these products deserve a place in your portfolio.

     

    Read the text version.

     

    Mentioned in this Episode:

     

    Combination Products Giving Life Back to Long-term Care Market


    It Is Time to Acknowledge Standard LTCi Alternatives


    Leading Through Change: 17th Annual Intercompany Long Term Care Insurance Conference


    Long-Term Care Insurance: The SOA Pricing Project


    Long-Term Care Insurance Facts – Data - Statistics


    Long-Term Care Insurance Health Qualifications. Are You Even Insurable?


    Long-Term Services and Supports for Older Americans: Risks and Financing Research Brief


    Short-Term Care Insurance Policy Sales Grow 20 Percent


    The Traditional Long-Term Care Insurance Market Crumbles


    Who is Covered by Private Long-Term Care Insurance?

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    4 Out-of-The-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions | ASG182


    Traditional isn't the only way to go when it comes to Long-Term Care insurance for your clients. We've got four non-traditional LTC solutions that just might do the trick. 


    An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Care Planning | ASG145


    Think traditional Long-Term Care insurance is the only way to cover your client's future LTC expenses? Show your clients a different way with linked-benefit Life/LTC policies.


    Are You Offering Multiple LTCi Options? | ASG142


    Ready to offer more Long-Term Care insurance products in your portfolio? Learn the benefits and distinctions of each LTCi option – and how these products can boost your sales.


    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC | ASG138


    Do linked-benefit Life/LTC insurance products have a place in your portfolio? Find out why the market is ripe for these types of plans right now!

     

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:

     

    Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies


    November 10 marks the halfway point for the 2020 Annual Enrollment Period! If you’re selling Medicare products, now’s the time to reflect on your success during the first few weeks and recharge... (read more)


    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020


    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),... (read more)


    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)


    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more... (read more)

     

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    13 min
  • What You Need to Know About 1035 Exchanges ǀ ASG184
    How does a 1035 Exchange work when you’re selling life insurance? Does using a 1035 Exchange make sense for your client? We’ve got the answers to these questions and more in this episode of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast.
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Mentioned in this Episode:
     
    4 Out-of-the-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions
    Identifying Ideal Clients for LTCi
    Life Insurance for Each of Life’s Stages ǀ ASG088
    Pension Prevention Act of 2006 Becomes Law
    Tax Code 1035
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    4 Out-of-The-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions | ASG182
    Traditional isn't the only way to go when it comes to Long-Term Care insurance for your clients. We've got four non-traditional LTC solutions that just might do the trick. 
    An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Care Planning | ASG145
    Think traditional Long-Term Care insurance is the only way to cover your client's future LTC expenses? Show your clients a different way with linked-benefit Life/LTC policies.
    Are You Offering Multiple LTCi Options? | ASG142
    Ready to offer more Long-Term Care insurance products in your portfolio? Learn the benefits and distinctions of each LTCi option – and how these products can boost your sales.
    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC | ASG138
    Do linked-benefit Life/LTC insurance products have a place in your portfolio? Find out why the market is ripe for these types of plans right now!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies
    November 10 marks the halfway point for the 2020 Annual Enrollment Period! If you’re selling Medicare products, now’s the time to reflect on your success during the first few weeks and recharge... (read more)
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),... (read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more... (read more)
     
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    10 min
  • What You Need to Know About 1035 Exchanges ǀ ASG184
    How does a 1035 Exchange work when you’re selling life insurance? Does using a 1035 Exchange make sense for your client? We’ve got the answers to these questions and more in this episode of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast.
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Mentioned in this Episode:
     
    4 Out-of-the-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions
    Identifying Ideal Clients for LTCi
    Life Insurance for Each of Life’s Stages ǀ ASG088
    Pension Prevention Act of 2006 Becomes Law
    Tax Code 1035
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    4 Out-of-The-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions | ASG182
    Traditional isn't the only way to go when it comes to Long-Term Care insurance for your clients. We've got four non-traditional LTC solutions that just might do the trick. 
    An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Care Planning | ASG145
    Think traditional Long-Term Care insurance is the only way to cover your client's future LTC expenses? Show your clients a different way with linked-benefit Life/LTC policies.
    Are You Offering Multiple LTCi Options? | ASG142
    Ready to offer more Long-Term Care insurance products in your portfolio? Learn the benefits and distinctions of each LTCi option – and how these products can boost your sales.
    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC | ASG138
    Do linked-benefit Life/LTC insurance products have a place in your portfolio? Find out why the market is ripe for these types of plans right now!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies
    November 10 marks the halfway point for the 2020 Annual Enrollment Period! If you’re selling Medicare products, now’s the time to reflect on your success during the first few weeks and recharge... (read more)
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),... (read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more... (read more)
     
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    10 min
  • Identifying Ideal Long-Term Care Insurance Clients | ASG183
    Get to know the characteristics of Long-Term Care insurance buyers. Use these tips to comb through your book of business and find potential sales you might be missing out on!
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Learn more about LTC with Ritter
     
    Mentioned in this Episode:
     
    Caregiving in the U.S.
    Let's Talk LTC
    Long-Term Care Insurance Pre-Screen PDF
    Long-Term Care Providers and Services Users in the United States: Data From the National Study of Long-Term Care Providers, 2013-2014
    Mortality in the United States, 2015
    Ritter's Carrier Pages
    Understanding Long-Term Care Buyers
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    4 Out-of-The-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions | ASG182
    Traditional isn't the only way to go when it comes to Long-Term Care insurance for your clients. We've got four non-traditional LTC solutions that just might do the trick. 
    An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Care Planning | ASG145
    Think traditional Long-Term Care insurance is the only way to cover your client's future LTC expenses? Show your clients a different way with linked-benefit Life/LTC policies.
    Are You Offering Multiple LTCi Options? | ASG142
    Ready to offer more Long-Term Care insurance products in your portfolio? Learn the benefits and distinctions of each LTCi option – and how these products can boost your sales.
    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC | ASG138
    Do linked-benefit Life/LTC insurance products have a place in your portfolio? Find out why the market is ripe for these types of plans right now!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),...(read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more...(read more)
    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future
    All of us want our doctors to actually care about our health, not to just fill their patient quota for the day. Well, the government wants that too, for their own reasons... (read more)
     
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    10 min
  • 4 Out-of-the-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions | ASG182
    Traditional isn't the only way to go when it comes to Long-Term Care insurance for your clients. We've got four non-traditional LTC solutions that just might do the trick. 
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Mentioned in this Episode:
     
    Cost of Care Survey 2018
    Fixed Annuities vs. Indexed Annuities: What’s the Difference?
    Identifying Ideal Clients for Universal Life Products
    Know the difference: Chronic illness vs. LTCi riders
    Lack of Funds for LTC is Americans’ Greatest Fear About Aging
    Short-Term Care Insurance: A Top LTCi Alternative for Clients
    STCi Solutions for LTCi Prospects
    Tax Code 101(g)
    Tax Code 7702B
    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    An Alternative Approach to Long-Term Care Planning | ASG145
    Think traditional Long-Term Care insurance is the only way to cover your client's future LTC expenses? Show your clients a different way with linked-benefit Life/LTC policies.
    The Real Cost of Long-Term Care | ASG144
    Do your clients know all the costs associated with retirement? Learn more about the true cost of Long-Term Care so you can pass that knowledge – and peace of mind! – on to your clients.
    Are You Offering Multiple LTCi Options? | ASG142
    Ready to offer more Long-Term Care insurance products in your portfolio? Learn the benefits and distinctions of each LTCi option – and how these products can boost your sales.
    The Increasing Value of Combining Life & LTC | ASG138
    Do linked-benefit Life/LTC insurance products have a place in your portfolio? Find out why the market is ripe for these types of plans right now!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),...(read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more...(read more)
    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future
    All of us want our doctors to actually care about our health, not to just fill their patient quota for the day. Well, the government wants that too, for their own reasons... (read more)
     
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    14 min
  • Combining the Power of VA Benefits & Medicare | ASG181
    Pairing VA benefits with Medicare can provide better protection for your Veteran clients. We cover what you need to know when you pitch veteran beneficiaries, like how benefits are distributed, when your client should enroll, and more!
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Mentioned in this episode:
     
    American Fact Finder – US Census Bureau: Veteran Status
    The Number of Veterans That Use VA Health Care Services: A Fact Sheet
    VA Facility Finder
    VA Utilization Profile 2016
     
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    5 Must-Haves for Every Agent This AEP | ASG174
    Are these must-haves part of your strategy for this Annual Enrollment Period? They should be! Listen as we highlight five essentials to simplify your Medicare sales this AEP.
    5 Reasons Clients Switch Medicare Plans During AEP | ASG178
    The Annual Enrollment Period isn’t just for new Medicare enrollees. It's also the time to review your current clients' Medicare coverage to see if switching plans could be beneficial. Start by learning the five reasons why enrollees switch their Medicare plans during AEP.
    How VA Benefits Work with Medicare | ASG063
    Have you heard the rumor going around about VA Benefits and Medicare? We set the record straight in this episode of the ASG Podcast.
    What Seniors Value Most in an MA Plan | ASG175
    Want to improve your Medicare Advantage sales? Start by finding out more about your audience, and what they want from their insurance policy.
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),...(read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more...(read more)
    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future
    All of us want our doctors to actually care about our health, not to just fill their patient quota for the day. Well, the government wants that too, for their own reasons... (read more)
     
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    9 min
  • Combining the Power of VA Benefits & Medicare | ASG181

     

    Pairing VA benefits with Medicare can provide better protection for your Veteran clients. We cover what you need to know when you pitch veteran beneficiaries, like how benefits are distributed, when your client should enroll, and more!

     

    Read the text version.

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    American Fact Finder – US Census Bureau: Veteran Status


    The Number of Veterans That Use VA Health Care Services: A Fact Sheet


    VA Facility Finder


    VA Utilization Profile 2016

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    5 Must-Haves for Every Agent This AEP | ASG174


    Are these must-haves part of your strategy for this Annual Enrollment Period? They should be! Listen as we highlight five essentials to simplify your Medicare sales this AEP.


    5 Reasons Clients Switch Medicare Plans During AEP | ASG178


    The Annual Enrollment Period isn’t just for new Medicare enrollees. It's also the time to review your current clients' Medicare coverage to see if switching plans could be beneficial. Start by learning the five reasons why enrollees switch their Medicare plans during AEP.


    How VA Benefits Work with Medicare | ASG063


    Have you heard the rumor going around about VA Benefits and Medicare? We set the record straight in this episode of the ASG Podcast.


    What Seniors Value Most in an MA Plan | ASG175


    Want to improve your Medicare Advantage sales? Start by finding out more about your audience, and what they want from their insurance policy.

     

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:

     

    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020


    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF),...(read more)


    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)


    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more...(read more)


    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future


    All of us want our doctors to actually care about our health, not to just fill their patient quota for the day. Well, the government wants that too, for their own reasons... (read more)

     

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    9 min
  • November 8, 2019 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for November 8, 2019:
    That Walgreen's buyout
    2020 rates and income brackets
    Google planning to buy Fitbit
    Ritter Insurance Marketing webinars for the week of November 11, 2019
    All the new content on AgentSurvivalGuide.com!
    AND a quick tangent down the rabbit hole of holiday coffee. ☕ #sorrynotsorry
     
    Mentioned in this episode:
     
    Agent Survival Guide
    Apple and Fitbit numbers show smartwatches turning into a winner-take-all market
    A Walgreens Leveraged Buyout? Don’t Hold Your Breath.
    Ritter’s Ancillary 101 Webinar
    Ritter’s Final Expense 101 Webinar
    Google to acquire Fitbit, valuing the smartwatch maker at about $2.1 billion
    Here are your new income tax brackets for 2020
    Peppermint takeover: Seasonal holiday coffee returns to US chains
    Walgreens Buyout Optimism Fades
    Walgreens explores going privates in what could be largest LBO in history
    Walgreens shares resume trading after being halted (Video)
    Why shares of Walgreens Spiked Today
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    Tips on Working with a Difficult Client | ASG180
    Ever have a difficult client? Check out our tips on how to work through three frustrating (but common!) situations insurance agents face in the field. We've got some advice on when to walk away, too.
    5 Reasons Clients Switch Medicare Plans During AEP | ASG178
    The Annual Enrollment Period isn’t just for new Medicare enrollees. It's also the time to review your current clients' Medicare coverage to see if switching plans could be beneficial. Start by learning the five reasons why enrollees switch their Medicare plans during AEP.
    November 1, 2019 | The Friday Five
    The Senate voted on the Trump Administration rule on short-term care insurance
    Mark Bertolini, former CEO of Aetna, talks fixing health care
    Interest rate changes
    Facebook's new health tool
    Highlights from the Kaiser Family Foundation Medicare Advantage 2020 Spotlight First Look
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)... (read more)
    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more... (read more)
    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future
    All of us want our doctors to actually care about our health, not to just fill their patient quota for the day. Well, the government wants that too, for their own reasons... (read more)
    Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP
    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period and that means meetings, meetings, and more meetings! While you’re together with clients, there’s a good chance at least one will ask you about telehealth. What is... (read more)
    The Pros and Cons of Selling Insurance
    Thinking of joining the insurance industry? Great idea! We think it’s a rewarding career path to pursue. If you’re still on the fence, this article is to help you weigh the practical... (read more)
     
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    8 min
  • November 8, 2019 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for November 8, 2019:
    • That Walgreen's buyout
  • 2020 rates and income brackets
  • Google planning to buy Fitbit
  • Ritter Insurance Marketing webinars for the week of November 11, 2019
  • All the new content on AgentSurvivalGuide.com!
  • AND a quick tangent down the rabbit hole of holiday coffee. ☕ #sorrynotsorry

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Agent Survival Guide


    Apple and Fitbit numbers show smartwatches turning into a winner-take-all market


    A Walgreens Leveraged Buyout? Don’t Hold Your Breath.


    Ritter’s Ancillary 101 Webinar


    Ritter’s Final Expense 101 Webinar


    Google to acquire Fitbit, valuing the smartwatch maker at about $2.1 billion


    Here are your new income tax brackets for 2020


    Peppermint takeover: Seasonal holiday coffee returns to US chains


    Walgreens Buyout Optimism Fades


    Walgreens explores going privates in what could be largest LBO in history


    Walgreens shares resume trading after being halted (Video)


    Why shares of Walgreens Spiked Today

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    Tips on Working with a Difficult Client | ASG180


    Ever have a difficult client? Check out our tips on how to work through three frustrating (but common!) situations insurance agents face in the field. We've got some advice on when to walk away, too.


    5 Reasons Clients Switch Medicare Plans During AEP | ASG178


    The Annual Enrollment Period isn’t just for new Medicare enrollees. It's also the time to review your current clients' Medicare coverage to see if switching plans could be beneficial. Start by learning the five reasons why enrollees switch their Medicare plans during AEP.


    November 1, 2019 | The Friday Five

    1. The Senate voted on the Trump Administration rule on short-term care insurance
  • Mark Bertolini, former CEO of Aetna, talks fixing health care
  • Interest rate changes
  • Facebook's new health tool
  • Highlights from the Kaiser Family Foundation Medicare Advantage 2020 Spotlight First Look
  •  

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:

     

    5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020


    Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)... (read more)


    Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)


    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more... (read more)


    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future


    All of us want our doctors to actually care about our health, not to just fill their patient quota for the day. Well, the government wants that too, for their own reasons... (read more)


    Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP


    It’s the Annual Enrollment Period and that means meetings, meetings, and more meetings! While you’re together with clients, there’s a good chance at least one will ask you about telehealth. What is... (read more)


    The Pros and Cons of Selling Insurance


    Thinking of joining the insurance industry? Great idea! We think it’s a rewarding career path to pursue. If you’re still on the fence, this article is to help you weigh the practical... (read more)

     

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    8 min

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