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New Long-Term Care Insurance Policy Prices Rise 42.5 Percent Over Five Years Reports AALTCI
Costs for new long-term care insurance policies have risen by 42.5 percent compared to costs five years ago according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. AALTCI's director shares cost-saving approaches for consumers. - December 17, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Decline Rates Reveal Importance of Planning Early
A significant percentage of older individuals who applied for long-term care insurance were declined coverage by the insurance company according to the latest data. "Individuals mistakenly believe they can purchase long-term care insurance at any age and without regard to existing health... - December 12, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
New Video Posted for Long-Term Care Insurance Agents
A new video discusses post-COVID planning opportunities for insurance agents helping customers with long-term care insurance planning. The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director sites a need for new planning approaches. - December 10, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Elite Medicare Specialists to Change the Health Insurance Enrollment Landscape
On November 30th, 2020 Elite Medicare Specialists will host the 1st ever Call-A-Thon for Medicare annual election period in central Virginia. Local licensed agents will be ready to take last minute calls from Medicare’s beneficiaries who have not yet reviewed their plan options for 2021. In breaking from the norms of in-home appointments, these local agents still provide a personal touch. - November 24, 2020 - Elite Medicare Specialists
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Installs iWave Purification System
St. Louis company is one of the region's first to utilize virus inactivation equipment. - November 19, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Long-Term Care Insurance Association National Awareness Effort Launched
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance has launched a consumer awareness campaign in support of November's Long-Term Care Awareness Month. "Our first campaign is focusing on the importance and value of insurance that pays for care in the policyholder's own home," explains... - November 14, 2020 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Geraldine DelPrete Named President of Programs at SterlingRisk
Promotion follows strong year of programs expansion in key markets. - January 16, 2020 - SterlingRisk Insurance
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
POWERS Insurance & Risk Management Adds Commercial Lines Account Manager
Amy Russell brings more than 20 years of experience to the agency. - January 13, 2020 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Howard Ginsberg Welcomed Into Cetera Financial Specialists Group of Top Advisors for 2019
Howard L. Ginsberg, CPA of Ginsberg Wealth Management in Roslyn, Long Island NY, was recently announced as a member of the Leaders Council for the 15th consecutive year. - January 10, 2020 - Ginsberg Wealth Management
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
POWERS Insurance & Risk Management Hires New Manager
Growing insurance agency adds Kathy Pallarito to its team. - December 31, 2019 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
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