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How COVID-19 is, or is Not, Impacting the Life Insurance Business and Your Ability to Obtain Coverage
As part of the panic that has consumed the world surrounding the COVID pandemic, many consumers are asking whether insurance companies are doing anything different, or perhaps, postponing the ability of consumers to obtain life insurance, for general pandemic related reasons. When a worldwide... - March 17, 2020 - AccuQuote
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Director Launches Critical Illness Insurance Effort
Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance announced a broad based national campaign in support of the organization's sister organization the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance. - March 16, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Insurance Navy Shares Coronavirus Prevention Tips with Rideshare Drivers
Insurance Navy shares coronavirus prevention tips to keep rideshare drivers healthy during the outbreak. Official CDC data states that there are more than 1,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus, otherwise known as COVID-19, in the U.S. alone. As more data comes in on the number of cases, it is... - March 14, 2020 - Insurance Navy
2019 Premier Agent Awarded to Ralph Aponte, President of Counsellors Title, for Third Year in a Row
“Premier Agent” Award from Old Republic Title is a designation that identifies agents and agencies for their outstanding work and production. - March 12, 2020 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Technology Insurance Brokers Discuss Credit Card Skimming Protection
The technology insurance brokers at MFE Insurance released a blog educating business owners on how to protect their business from credit card skimming. - March 11, 2020 - MFE Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Industry Leaders to Speak at Association Summit
The heads of five lading Medicare Supplement insurance companies will speak at the annual Medigap industry conference organized by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - March 09, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Nursing Home Closures is a Reason to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance Cites AALTCI
The closure of nursing homes across the country is a reason to investigate long-term care insurance recommends the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - March 05, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Faith Insurance Agency Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Owner Jordan Wilson has more than 15 years of insurance experience. - March 05, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Long-Term Care Insurance Premiums May be Tax Deductible Reminds Association
American taxpayers are reminded by the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance that the premiums they paid in 2019 for insurance protection may be tax deductible. - March 04, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Hannah Altomare Promoted to Account Executive at RT Specialty
Hannah Altomare has been promoted to account executive within RT Specialty, LLC’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice. She is responsible for helping RT ECP’s leadership develop quotes, proposals and presentations as well as negotiating the terms of the... - March 02, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Long-Term Care Insurance Association to Address Linked-Benefit Options
To educate consumers about linked benefit long-term care insurance options, the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance will undertake an awareness effort. - March 01, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
CENSON Care Combats Coronavirus with Remote Patient Care
Patient cohorts with multiple chronic health conditions, and those over 60 are particularly susceptible to influenza and Coronavirus epidemics. Not only are Home Health Care and Assisted Living Facility patients at increased risk, but those risks are also increased for care providers, and even... - March 01, 2020 - CENSON Health
Experienced Financial Planner Launches Lakeman Financial to Better Serve Clients
Asa J Lakeman, CFP®, CFS (Certified Fund Specialist) is pleased to announce the formation of Lakeman Financial. Asa brings with him nearly two decades of experience helping businesses and families pursue their financial goals. Asa has achieved the Certified Fund Specialist and Certified... - February 29, 2020 - Lakeman Financial
AALTCI's Long-Term Care Insurance Cost Comparison Explores Consumer Options
Costs for the two options for consumers investigating long-term care insurance coverage were compared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. The organization's 2020 Cost Comparison reveals important differences between traditional and linked-benefit long-term care policies. - February 26, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
POWERS Insurance & Risk Management Adds New Surety Bonds Division
Nearly 30-year-old company to focus on bond solutions. - February 24, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Home Care Organizations Invited to Advertise on Long-Term Care Insurance Association Website
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance is accepting banner ads from home care companies that provide home care assistance and other related services. - February 23, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Carol Ashman as External Marketing Representative for West Florida
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. welcomes Carol Ashman as the new External Marketing Representative for Western Florida. She will be focusing on building agent relationships in the Florida Panhandle. She comes to AUI with 16 years in the retail agency side of insurance. “Our Florida... - February 22, 2020 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
J.E.D. Insurance & Financial Service Agency Joins SAN Group
Foxborough, MA insurance agency becomes member of alliance. - February 21, 2020 - SAN Group
National Flood Insurance Joins My Flood Risk to Provide Lighting-Fast Flood Insurance Quotes
One of the nation’s largest flood-only insurance agencies, National Flood Insurance, LLC, has teamed up with My Flood Risk to make it easier than ever for consumers to obtain flood insurance pricing, with nearly instant flood insurance quotes for some flood zones. Last fall, a group of flood... - February 20, 2020 - My Flood Risk
New York Medicare Supplement Insurance Prices Vary Widely
New York State seniors turning 65 can pay as much as 78 percent for virtually identical Medigap insurance according to the 2020 Medicare Costs Analysis released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - February 19, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Consumers Not Aware That Long-Term Care Insurance Costs Vary by Health
The latest data from the 2020 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index reveals the importance of health when applying for coverage. The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance's study compares prices for 65-year olds with different health status. - February 15, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
The Buckner Company Expands to Southern California
The Buckner Company is pleased to announce a partnership with Roger Armstrong, a second-generation insurance professional, to expand our operations and open an office in Newport Beach, California – known as Armstrong Buckner Insurance Services. Located at 4701 Von Karma Avenue, Suite 323,... - February 14, 2020 - The Buckner Company
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Introduces New Tools for Agents
New marketing tools for agents who market Medicare insurance plans were introduced by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - February 14, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Promotes Robert Qaoud
Qaoud to serve as Director of Performance for insurance alliance. - February 13, 2020 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Long-Term Care Insurance Costs for 75-Year Olds Shared by Association
It is possible to still purchase long-term care insurance at age 75 according to the 2020 Price Index shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "Age 79 is generally the cut off," explains Jesse Slome, director of the long-term care insurance industry group,... - February 12, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Carisk Partners Unveils New Website Emphasizing Patient-Centered Care and Innovative Technology Solutions
Carisk Partners Unveils New Website Emphasizing Patient-Centered Care and Innovative Technology Solutions - February 11, 2020 - Carisk Partners
Medicare Supplement Insurance Prices Vary Widely Reports Association
Prices for Medicare Supplement insurance for those turning 65 can vary widely, according to the latest findings from the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - February 09, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Total Insurance Solutions Now Offers Burial Insurance Policies to Baby Boomers in South Carolina
Total Insurance Solutions is now offering final expense insurance policies to baby boomers living throughout South Carolina. Final expense insurance is a type of life insurance policy that is designed to cover funeral costs and medical expenses that are incurred at the end of life. It not only... - February 07, 2020 - Total Insurance Solutions
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association's Summit Exhibit Hall Sells Out
Despite significantly expanding the size of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's national industry conference exhibit hall, all 124 booths have now been sold for the 2020 convention. - February 07, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Claim Data Released by Association
The average time between the purchase of long-term care insurance and the inception of a claim is 13 years according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 06, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Warren Insurance Joins SAN Group
Dorchester, MA insurance agency becomes newest member of the network. - February 06, 2020 - SAN Group
Early Registration for Association's National Medicare Supplement Insurance Summit Ends Soon
Early registration discounts for the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's national Medigap industry Summit will end February 15 according to Jesse Slome, AAMSI's director. - February 05, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Independent Insurance Agencies Join Together to Expand Service to Clients in Western Kentucky
Peel & Holland announces merger with Riddle Insurance and its subsidiary R. Barga and Company. - February 05, 2020 - Peel & Holland
innoviHealth Releases New Look and Feel, Enhanced Feature-Set for Find-A-Code(TM)
Popular Medical Coding Software Now Includes Lighter, More Intuitive Design, Larger Base Font, New Bookmarks, Note Pad Tools and More. - February 04, 2020 - innoviHealth
The Genesee Valley Agency Launches Its New Website
Following a recent merger with Calbranch Insurance, The Genesee Valley Agency is launching its new website and expanding its support to other local regions. - January 31, 2020 - Genesee Valley Agency
CENSON Care Tackles Unmet Home Health Care Needs
Unmet home health care needs have been linked to poor health, increased use of other health services, admission to nursing homes and reduced emotional well-being. Data from a Community Health Survey describes home care use and unmet home care needs by type (i.e., home health care [HHC] and support... - January 31, 2020 - CENSON Health
Watkins Insurance Group Names Two New Shareholders
Watkins Insurance Group, the largest locally-owned independent insurance agency in Central Texas, announced the expansion of its executive team with Jim Siddons and Chris Scott being named shareholders. The addition of Siddons and Scott reflect Watkins’ focus on dynamic growth and commitment... - January 31, 2020 - Watkins Insurance Group
TY Health Insurance Brokerage Receives 2020 Best of Manhattan Award
Manhattan Award Program Honors the Achievement. TY Health Insurance Brokerage has been selected for the 2020 Best of Manhattan Award in the Health Insurance Agency category by the Manhattan Award Program. Each year, the Manhattan Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved... - January 30, 2020 - TY Health Insurance Brokerage
AAdvantage Insurance Group Hires New Sales Agent
Randy Fricke has more than 29 years of insurance experience. - January 29, 2020 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Marketing Tools for Medicare Supplement Insurance Agents Introduced by Association
A series of 2020 banners and marketing tools for Medicare insurance agents have been introduced by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "Medicare insurance agents face increased competition both from other insurance professionals as well as from the... - January 29, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
2020 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index Released by Association
Costs for 55-year-old individuals or couples purchasing long-term care insurance remain steady according to the 2020 Price Index released by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 26, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Windgate Insurance Agency Purchased by Long-Time Producer, Nick Podias
New Windsor, NY agency is a 17-year member of SAN Group. - January 24, 2020 - SAN Group
SAN Group Adds 12 New Member Agencies During December
SIAA’s Northeast Master Agency Reports a Strong Finish to 2019. - January 19, 2020 - SAN Group
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Reports Double-Digit Website Traffic Growth
The number of visits to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's website grew by 18 percent in 2019. Increased utilization of the online directory connecting consumers with local independent Medicare insurance brokers grew. - January 19, 2020 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Paid Claims Rise by 35 Percent Reports Association
A new study published by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance finds that benefits paid by insurers increased 35 percent in 2019 compared to five years earlier. Some $11 billion in long-term care insurance benefits were paid. - January 18, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
MIAA Announces New Hires to Support Network Growth
Additional Field Team Hires Will Focus on Iowa Member Agency Development and Services - January 17, 2020 - Midwest Insurance Agency Alliance
Californians Have Most Long-Term Care Insurance Protection Reports Association
California, Texas, New York and Florida rank as the top states where residents have purchased long-term care insurance protection according to a report released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care insurance. - January 17, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders Strengthens Offerings with Co-Occurring Disorders Care
AZ eating disorders treatment facility announces 5-goal process to treat co-occurring disorders. - January 16, 2020 - Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Promotes Zach Blaetz to Mid Atlantic Regional Manager
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is proud to announce Zach Blaetz as Mid Atlantic Regional Manager. Formerly AUI’s Atlantic Marketing Representative, Zach will still be helping to place accounts for NY, RI, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, NC, and SC agents while also managing the satellite office in... - January 16, 2020 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
7.5 Million Americans Have Long-Term Care Insurance Protection Reports Association
The number of Americans who have some form of long-term care insurance now totals 7.5 million according to new data from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 16, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance