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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
Cheap Car Insurance 2020 - Lowcostcarsinsurance.us Presents Top Ways to Get Better Car Insurance Rates
Lowcostcarsinsurance.us is a top auto insurance brokerage website, providing car insurance quotes online from trustworthy agencies all over the United States. This website presents several tips for getting better car insurance rates. - February 21, 2020 - Lowcostcarsinsurance.us
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
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
Mantra Labs Announces New Report Addressing Insurance Challenges, Solutions & Ripe Investment Opportunities in AI in 2020
“The State of AI in Insurance 2020” is Mantra Labs Point of View (POV) covering insights from the stalwarts of the Insurance Industry to strategize the Enterprise-level AI Journey. - February 13, 2020 - Mantra Labs Pvt. Ltd.
Colorado Workforce Development Council Launches iGrad’s Enrich Financial Wellness Platform for Colorado Workers
The Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC) has launched a new online and mobile financial wellness resource in partnership with iGrad, which is free for incumbent retail, hospitality, and food and beverage workers as part of the state’s Lives Empowered initiative. - February 12, 2020 - iGrad
Millionaire Masterminds Launch The Insurance Lead Genie
Sean Matheis, CEO & Founder of The Millionaire Masterminds has recently developed the first turn-key fully automated insurance marketing automation system called The Insurance Lead Genie. The Insurance Lead Genie system has one of the fastest-growing membership bases of any insurance SaaS (software as a service) platform. - February 11, 2020 - The Millionaire Masterminds
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
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
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
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
High Net Worth MGA, Reliance Risk Solutions, Kicks Off 2020 with Launch of New Website
Reliance Risk Solutions (RRS) is pleased to announce the launch of its website, reliance-risk.com. This digital launch comes with RRS rebranding to assist agents with affluent clients to include many personal lines options. The new website includes curated visuals and broader explanations of... - February 02, 2020 - Reliance Risk Solutions
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
Gary Williams of Williams Asset Management Named in Forbes’ Best-in-State Wealth Advisors List for 2020
President and Founder of Williams Asset Management, Gary Williams, has been named as one of Maryland's "Best-in-State" Wealth Advisors by Forbes’ for 2020. - January 26, 2020 - Williams Asset Management
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
NAFA Appoints 2020 Board of Directors
New Leadership Prepares to Extend Oversight into Advocacy, Education and Integration Initiatives - January 21, 2020 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
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
Equity Consortium Agrees to Acquire Stakes in New York's Astoria Energy Facilities
A consortium of equity investors including APG, MEAG (Munich Re’s asset manager acting for investors from within Munich Re Group), and Clal Insurance Company, alongside other US institutional investors have agreed to acquire 100% of Astoria Energy I and a 55% interest in Astoria Energy II. - January 18, 2020 - APG Asset Management US Inc.
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
Alternative Balance Professional Group Publishes New White Papers on Employer’s Liability, Cyber Liability, and Sexual Abuse Liability
The Alternative Balance Professional Group has published new white papers detailing important coverage options that individuals and business owners in the health, beauty and wellness industries should include in their business insurance plans. The importance of having full coverage designed for your business is apparent in this technological age, for example having cyber liability coverage for a small business. Read more in each white paper, available on the Alternative Balance website. - January 16, 2020 - Alternative Balance
SIAA Reports Another Successful Year Signing New Member Agencies in 2019
SIAA (Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance) signed 451 independent agents in 2019, marking the 11th consecutive year, with over 400 new member agencies joining the 48 master agencies in its national alliance. SIAA has been projecting total in-force premium of $8.8 Billion for 2019. About SIAA SIAA... - January 16, 2020 - SIAA (Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance)
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
FTMarkets Trading Platform Has Officially Launched in Vietnam
Now Vietnamese people can use FTMarkets to download applications and conduct foreign exchange transactions. - January 10, 2020 - FTMarkets
Aleksander Soriano Named Account Administrator at RT Specialty
RT Specialty has named Aleksander Soriano as an account administrator within its Environmental and Construction Professional (ECP) Practice. He works alongside the company’s senior executives to provide agents, brokers and their clients nationwide with expert account management and policy... - January 09, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Gaylan Hendricks and Dan Hendricks, Senior Security Benefits, Inc. – Resolution of Litigation
Gaylan Hendricks, the founder and CEO of Senior Security Benefits, Inc. (“SSBI”), along with her husband and President of SSBI, Dan Hendricks, are pleased to announce the conclusion of what has turned out to be a rather lengthy “business divorce” with the late Don Corley, Jr. - January 08, 2020 - Senior Security Benefits, Inc.
Karen House Joins FOX Corporate Housing as Human Resources Director
FOX Corporate Housing is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its Executive Team, Karen House, Juris Doctorate, as Human Resources Director. “I am absolutely ecstatic to join a growing organization like FOX Corporate Housing that offers such a value add product to the community,” Ms. House said. - January 08, 2020 - FOX Corporate Housing LLC
Medivest Announces the Promotion of Aaron Winnell to President
Today Medivest Benefit Advisors, Inc. and Medivest Allocation Services, Inc. (“Medivest”) has announced Vice President of Operations Aaron Winnell, CMSP-F has been promoted to President, effective immediately. Doug Brand, current President and CEO will retain his title and duties as CEO. - January 08, 2020 - Medivest
Industry Leader Robert J. Hilb Joins The Plexus Groupe
The Plexus Groupe is pleased to announce the addition of Robert J. Hilb as Chief Partnership Officer. In this role, Hilb will be focusing on acquisitions and strategic partnerships to grow The Plexus Groupe’s brand and national footprint. Founder and CEO Walter R. Fawcett, III commented,... - January 07, 2020 - The Plexus Groupe
2019 Long-Term Care Insurance Applicant Decline Rates Reported by Association
The final report on 2019 applicant decline rates was released by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 05, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
The College Investor Ranks the Best Tax Software of 2020
The College Investor, one of the most read personal finance websites, reaching over 3 million people per month, has come out with their 2020 comprehensive guide to The Best Tax Software for consumers. This year includes best free file, best software for investors, and more. - January 02, 2020 - The College Investor
Poland's Insurance Sector 2020 - Growing Profitability and Positive Outlook
“The profitability of insurers operating in Poland has been growing steadily for a few years with ROAE exceeding 20% in 1H 2019 in both life and non-life segments,” said Marcin Mazurek, director of Inteliace Research, during a presentation of Inteliace's latest report, Insurance Market in Poland, 2019-2021. - January 01, 2020 - Inteliace Research
The Palm Beach Hedge Fund Association Announces a Partnership with the Palm Beach Symphony
The Palm Beach Hedge Fund Association (PBHFA.org) and the Palm Beach Symphony have announced a partnership, creating opportunities for members to experience one of South Florida’s major cultural institutions during this landmark season that has seen record-breaking ticket sales and unprecedented donor enthusiasm and support. - December 29, 2019 - Palm Beach Hedge Fund Association
Half of Older Long-Term Care Insurance Applicants Declined, Reports Association
Nearly half of individuals who apply for long-term care insurance after age 70 are declined, according to preliminary 2019 findings of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - December 22, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Melissa Levin Insurance Reveals What Medicare-for-All Won't Cover
Medicare for All has become a huge talking point for the 2020 presidential candidates. But don't let the name fool you; not everything is covered. Long Term Care is a type of insurance that is essential given the rise in healthcare costs. Set up a free consultation with Melissa to discover your options regarding long term care. - December 19, 2019 - Melissa Levin Insurance
Insurance Navy Brokers Share Driving Tips for Congested Roads
A recent study found that nearly one-third of people admit to driving more aggressively during the Christmas season. Insurance Navy urges people to drive cautiously and shares the following safe driving tips. “December is a time of high stress,” said Insurance Navy’s President... - December 18, 2019 - Insurance Navy
SAN Group Welcomes Nick Blatchley to New York Field Team
The leading network of independent agencies in the Northeast has added Blatchley as Agency Development Field Specialist. - December 18, 2019 - SAN Group
InsuredMine Inc.: Free Webinar - Automate Customer Engagement
Upcoming webinar on December 18, 2019 addresses how Independent Insurance Agents can automate part of their Customer Engagement with a series of email drips, text messages at different stages of the customer journey. - December 15, 2019 - InsuredMine
SterlingRisk Launches Sterling A&E
Beazley to Serve as Insurer Partner for New Architects and Engineers Professional Liability Insurance Program. - December 15, 2019 - SterlingRisk Insurance
Joseph Reynolds of RT Specialty Leads Discussion on Real Estate Development Risks at 39th IRMI Construction Risk Conference
Joseph Reynolds, assistant vice president within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice (RT ECP), recently led the discussion on Real Estate Development (RED) Errors and Omissions Risks at the 39th IRMI Construction Risk Conference held in... - December 10, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Berkley Design Professional’s BDP Risk® Learning Management System Named Brandon Hall Group 2019 Bronze Excellence Award Winner
Berkley Design Professional (BDP), a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, has won the Brandon Hall Group 2019 Bronze Excellence Award for Learning for its BDP Risk® Learning Management System (LMS). Awarded within the “Best Advance in Custom Content” category,... - December 10, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Appalachian Underwriters Partners with Thimble Insurance to Bring Appointed Agents a Short-Term Policy Option
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is excited to announce its partnership with Thimble Insurance, the on-demand insurance platform for short-term, small-business-centered policies. This is Thimble’s first partnership with an insurance Managing General Agent/Wholesaler. Formerly Verifly, the... - December 06, 2019 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Raymond F.H. Bustamante and Edward L. Sheiffele, Jr. Promoted to Senior Leadership Positions at Berkley Construction Professional
Berkley Construction Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, has extended its dedication to the construction professional and pollution liability marketplace with the promotions of Raymond F.H. Bustamante to managing director and Edward L. Sheiffele, Jr. to... - December 04, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
Thirteen Insurers Enter Medicare Advantage Market for 2020 Shares Association
Some 13 insurers have entered the Medicare Advantage market making coverage available for the coming year, shares the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. Medicare's Annual Enrollment period ends December 7 making it vital for seniors to act prior to the enrollment deadline. - November 28, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Insurance Navy Brokers Shares Holiday Travel Tips
Insurance Navy, a leader in the insurance market, warns drivers of the upcoming holiday traffic and shares tips on how to make a road trip safe and enjoyable. Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and food. It is also a time for heavy traffic. Travelers need to know when to leave and return to... - November 28, 2019 - Insurance Navy