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Foxquilt Partners with Smarter Loans to Bring Canadians Smarter Insurance Coverage
Canadian Insurtech, Foxquilt, and Smarter Loans, Canadian Loan Directory, have teamed up to bring easier access to tailored Business and Home Insurance. - October 30, 2020 - Foxquilt
22 Million Long-Term Care Insurance Prospects Reports AALTCI
There are some 22 million Americans between ages 55 and 70 who are prospects for long-term care insurance reports the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director as part of the organization's Long-Term Care Awareness Month research. - October 30, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Deduction Limits Increase by Up to $420
Long-term care insurance tax-deductible limits have just been increased offering seniors as much as $420 in additional deductible benefits according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Tax deductibility for those purchasing certain government-approved long-term care... - October 29, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Director Shares Claims Insights
The latest information regarding long-term care insurance claims was shared during a conference call by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director. - October 25, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Adds Awareness Month Tools
Special Long-Term Care awareness Month marketing tools are being made available by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - October 16, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
POWERS Insurance & Risk Management Hires Personal Lines Sales Marketer
Julia Gonzalez to manage the marketing efforts for the agency's personal insurance clientele. - October 09, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
The Reschini Group Adds Dan Fleming as Insurance Advisor
The Reschini Group added Daniel E. Fleming to its production staff as an Insurance Advisor. Mr. Fleming has ten years of experience in the manufacturing industry and will focus on bringing The Reschini Group’s expertise in property/casualty and employee benefit consulting to that industry. - September 26, 2020 - The Reschini Group
Feirman Joins Synergy Professional Associates as AVP
Synergy Professional Associates, Inc. has named Amanda Feirman Assistant Vice President of one of its Lawyers Professional Liability Programs. Feirman is responsible for underwriting and development of Synergy’s admitted AmTrust Lawyers Professional Liability program. In addition, she will... - September 26, 2020 - Synergy Professional Associates
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Applauds Biden Incentive Proposal
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI) has announced it applauds and supports the increased tax incentives proposed by Presidential candidate Joe Biden. "America has no plan to help individuals deal with the very real and very costly need for long-term care... - September 26, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Hybrid Long-Term Care Insurance Comparison Focus of Association Initiative
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance is undertaking a campaign to educate consumers about hybrid long-term care insurance policies and the important differences between policies. - September 25, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Joseph Reynolds of RT Specialty to Discuss Contractor Faulty Workmanship Coverage Innovations at IRMI Construction Risk Virtual Conference
Joseph Reynolds, assistant vice president within R-T Specialty, LLC’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice, will address “Insurance for Faulty Workmanship: The Next Great Innovation for Contractors?” at the IRMI Construction Risk Conference to be held... - September 16, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Commercial Lines Account Manager
Linsey Morris has more than 15 years of insurance industry experience. - September 10, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Counsellors Title Agency Announces Promotions of Sandy Blatchford and Veronica Tobia
Counsellors Title Agency, one of the fastest growing title insurance agencies in New Jersey, announced the promotions of Sandy Blatchford to Vice President and Veronica Tobia to Closing Department Manager. Also, Barry Pawlowski joined Counsellors Title as Title Officer as part of the agency's successful expansion and marketing campaign. - September 08, 2020 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Amy Coddington Promoted to Senior Account Manager at RT Specialty
Amy Coddington has been promoted to senior account manager within R-T Specialty, LLC’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice. Since joining the firm in 2019, she has successfully assisted the ongoing new business, marketing, sales and coverage assessment activities of... - August 25, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
COVID-19 Impact On Long-Term Care Insurance Purchasing Decisions Discussed by AALTCI
A new published report from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance investigates how Covid-189 is impacting new applicants for long-term care insurance. - August 22, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Europesure Launches New COVID-19 Cover
Europesure launches a new COVID-19 Cancellation and Medical Expenses/Repatriation optional cover, to add to their comprehensive travel insurance product, and is one of the first companies to offer this option to residents of the EU. - August 22, 2020 - Status Global Insurance
As COVID-19 Raises Chronic Illness Fears, Life Insurers Defend Against Chronic and Critical Illness Claims
The Center for Life Insurance Disputes serves life insurance policyholders from the beginning to get claims related to COVID-19 paid. - August 21, 2020 - The Center for Life Insurance Disputes
Will Campaign 2020 Address Need for Long-Term Care Insurance Discussion Posits AALTCI Director
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance reports that most long-term care Support Services are paid for my Medicaid and other taxpayer funded programs. How will Presidential candidates propose dealing with the ever-pressing issue? - August 20, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Companies May Decline Medical Marijuana Applicants Reports AALTCI
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance reports that some insurance companies will automatically reject applicants who have been medically prescribed marijuana. - August 15, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Insurtech Company, Foxquilt, Receives $3.5M Seed Round to Continue Supporting Small Businesses with Smarter Insurance Through COVID-19
Today, Foxquilt, a leading Insurance Technology company, announced it has raised $3.5M in seed funding. - July 09, 2020 - Foxquilt
Expat Financial Has Released an International Health Insurance Buying Guide for Expatriates
A new international health insurance buyers guide has been released for expatriates and global citizens who require information on buying global health care while living abroad. The global medical insurance guidebook is a valuable resource for expats. - July 04, 2020 - Expat Financial
Christopher Campbell Achieves Prestigious Top of the Table MDRT Qualification
Christopher Campbell, Founder and CEO of CJ Campbell & Associates in Rockville, MD has qualified for MDRT Top of the Table, a coveted milestone achievement for membership in Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), The Premier Association of Financial Professionals® Top of the Table is an... - June 19, 2020 - CJ Campbell and Associates
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Personal Lines Account Manager
Patty Taylor brings more than 30 years of insurance industry experience to the agency. - June 18, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Nicole Caringal, Leader in the Financial Service Industry, Joins Award-Winning Valliant Wealth Strategies Team
Valliant Wealth Strategies is pleased to announce the addition of Nicole Caringal, CERTIFIED FINANACIAL PLANNER™ provider, to its award-winning financial services team. Caringal brings over twenty years of finance experience with a long, successful career in management and compliance with... - June 17, 2020 - Valliant Wealth Strategies
Eastern Shore Wealth Advisor, Mary Ellen Valliant, Named One of Forbes’ Top Advisors in the Nation and in the State
Mary Ellen Valliant, Founder, Managing Partner of Valliant Wealth Strategies, Accredited Institutional Fiduciary, and Raymond James Leaders Council member, was named to the Forbes’ Top Women Wealth Advisors in the nation and Best-In-State Wealth Advisors for the state of Maryland. Of the top... - June 08, 2020 - Valliant Wealth Strategies
Why Millionaires Need Long-Term Care Insurance Planning Discussed by AALTCI Director
A record number of U.S. households can claim millionaire status and despite what one may think, they need some long-term care planning says the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). "There were over 8.3 million millionaire households at the end of 2019... - June 04, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Jerome Sawick Named Account Manager at RT Specialty
Jerome (J.J.) Sawick has been named an account manager within RT Specialty, LLC’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice. He is responsible for supporting the production efforts of our teams working in the Northeastern US. “J.J. joined our company after spending... - June 03, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
During COVID-19 Long-Term Care Insurance Agents Should be Partnering with Professionals
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director shares why COVID-19 calls for a new conversation about LTC planning. - May 30, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Gaylan Hendricks, Chief Executive Officer, Will be a Keynote Speaker at 8% Nation This Summer
Gaylan Hendricks will be a Keynote Speaker at 8% nation. Senior Security Benefits, Inc. is so excited for insurance agents and other sales people all around the country to hear CEO, Gaylan Hendricks' story which will inspire so many. Not only women will be inspired by her story but men are the first to recommend and support her. The attendees will see how she persevered during one of the hardest times of her career and "still" came out on top. - May 14, 2020 - Senior Security Benefits, Inc.
David M. Slaugenhoup Promoted to Vice President at RT Specialty
David M. Slaugenhoup has been promoted to vice president within RT Specialty, LLC’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice. Since joining the team in 2013, Slaugenhoup has diligently worked with RT ECP customers nationwide to strategically manage the daily liability... - May 12, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Jennifer Lang Financial Services Launches New eBook to Tackle the Financial Planning Issues of Women
Women have unique financial needs. This eBook serves to help women with tips and guidance to maximize growth and protect retirement capital. - May 03, 2020 - Jennifer Lang Financial Services, LLC.
Dave Ramsey Organization Announces Asa Lakeman, CFP®, CFS of Lakeman Financial as a Smartvestor Pro
Outstanding client service, ethics, and professionalism have enabled Asa Lakeman CFP®, CFS Financial Advisor and President of Lakeman Financial, to achieve a position as a SmartVestor Pro by the Dave Ramsey organization. To attain the SmartVestor Pro status, financial professionals must agree... - May 03, 2020 - Lakeman Financial
Institute of Business & Finance Announces a New CFS® Designee
Institute of Business & Finance Announces a New CFS® Designee The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Asa Lakeman with the first nationally recognized mutual fund designation, CFS® (Certified Fund Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred... - April 24, 2020 - Lakeman Financial
RT ECP Unveils Annual Market Update Highlighting Commercial Insurance Industry Trends, Challenges & Risk Management Solutions
RT Specialty, LLC’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice has released its annual Market Update highlighting the trends and challenges confronting the complex commercial insurance marketplace as well as the finer coverage nuances to help agents, brokers and their... - April 08, 2020 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Consumers Will Soon Pay Higher Life Insurance Rates
COVID-19 has interrupted every part of life globally, and life insurance is no exception. A pandemic of this magnitude will undoubtedly result in a heightened awareness of mortality. In the life insurance arena, this has translated into a surge in demand for coverage. For many consumers COVID-19... - April 01, 2020 - AccuQuote
How Long Will Pre-COVID Life Insurance Rates Last?
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt the world, life insurance carriers are challenged by maintaining a profitable business. One looming fear for consumers is the cost of life insurance. Will it go up? - March 26, 2020 - AccuQuote
Coronavirus Stock Market Crash to Impact Long-Term Care Insurance Buying Patterns Predicts AALTCI Director
Buying patterns for long-term care insurance will change as the result of the ongoing stock market decline, predicts the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director. - March 22, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
New Alzheimer's Prediction Tool Can Help with Long-Term Care Insurance Planning Shares AALTCI Director
A new study can help consumers anticipate their future need for long-term care according to Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. AALTCI shared the data regarding survival following a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer's. - March 18, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
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
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.
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
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