In this episode, Scott discusses the history, purpose, and effectiveness of the NAIC's Rate Stability Regulation for long-term care insurance. He explains how to check if your policy is covered and notes that these regulations aim to reduce future premium increases. As a result, newer policies usually experience smaller or no rate increases compared to older ones.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

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In this episode, Scott A. Olson explains the truth about long-term care insurance rate increases and why many older policies saw steep hikes. Today’s policies, while more expensive upfront, are subject to stricter regulations that reduce the likelihood of significant future hikes. As a result, while minor adjustments are still possible, new buyers are far less likely to face the dramatic increases of the past.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at www.ltcshop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder

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In this episode, Scott A. Olson shares a true story that highlights the risks of relying on uninformed investment advisors when shopping for hybrid long-term care insurance. He explains how a poorly chosen policy can result in limited benefits or even no benefits at all.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at www.ltcshop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder

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In this episode, Scott A. Olson breaks down the five critical elements to compare when evaluating hybrid life/long-term care insurance policies. From death benefits and cash value to LTC coverage, premium schedules, and no-lapse guarantees, Scott simplifies the jargon so you can make an informed decision about which hybrid policy might be right for you.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at www.ltcshop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

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Discover how to get a personalized long-term care insurance quote without the hassle. In just two minutes, Scott A. Olson walks you through LTCShop.com's most popular feature: the Policy Finder. No phone calls, no sales pitches, just a simple, anonymous tool to help you find the right coverage at the right price.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at www.ltcshop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

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Phone: 877-727-9582
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In this episode, Scott A. Olson tackles the common question of whether to buy a hybrid or traditional long-term care insurance policy. He explains five specific scenarios where a hybrid policy might be the better choice. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of comparing key features in a hybrid policy.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at www.ltcshop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

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Phone: 877-727-9582
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In this episode, Scott A. Olson, co-founder of LTCShop.com, explains how to compare long-term care insurance policies with confidence. He outlines four essential questions you must ask about any policy: daily home care benefit, daily facility care benefit, lifetime maximum benefit, and whether benefits grow with inflation.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at LTCShop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

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In this episode of LTCi Now, Scott A. Olson breaks down the question, “How much does long-term care insurance cost?” and explains the key factors that determine your premium, including age, health, gender, and more, to help you make an informed decision about protecting your future.

Welcome to Long-Term Care Insurance Now. Your trusted source for the latest insights, updates, and expert guidance on long-term care insurance. This show aims to break down everything you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your future. 

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at https://www.ltcshop.com
Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder: https://www.ltcshop.com/long-term-care-insurance/policy-finder/

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

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Phone: 877-727-9582 
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Even with excellent long-term care insurance, caregiving is still a heavy lift. In this video, Scott honors his wife by sharing the 28 roles she filled while caring for her mother. From managing finances and legal affairs to attending every medical appointment, she did it all while working full-time and raising a family. None of it would have been possible without the vital support made affordable by a strong, long-term care insurance policy.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at https://www.ltcshop.com

Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder: https://www.ltcshop.com/long-term-care-insurance/policy-finder/

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

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In this episode, Scott shares his thoughts on the new PBS documentary Caregiving, produced by Bradley Cooper. Drawing on his own experiences as a caregiver and LTCi expert, he breaks down the film and what he wishes it had covered.

Hosted by Scott A. Olson, CLTC, a nationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured in the New York Times, among other national and trade publications. Scott has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the complex world of long-term care planning.

Learn more at https://www.ltcshop.com

Interested in a personalized quote? Check out my Policy Finder: https://www.ltcshop.com/long-term-care-insurance/policy-finder/

Buy Scott's Book: https://a.co/d/87570bu

Contact Scott Olson
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 877-727-9582
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaolsoncltc/

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Copyright 2025 Scott A. Olson, CLTC