The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) finalized the 2026 Marketplace Final Rule that enacts protections that were previously proposed in October. Read the rules that will possibly affect how agents, consumers, and carriers interact with the marketplace....
Read MoreIt may be the lock-in period, but that doesn’t mean you have to put your business on lock-down....
Read MoreYou may live in a state with declared emergencies that offer Special Enrollment Periods for Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans. Do your clients qualify?...
Read MoreThe old saying, "Communication is key" may be ingrained into your brain, and that's for good reason. In fact, communication is said to be the foundation of all human relationships.
Read MoreWhat is the difference between an FMO, IMO, NMO, MGA, and GA in the insurance industry? Click the link to learn the meaning behind these acronyms and what sets each one apart.
Read MoreLearn how to develop your insurance sales pitch and increase insurance sales. You can avoid the glassy-eyed glare and other sales presentation pitfalls. If you’re looking for insurance sales tips, we’ve got them.
Read MoreIt's no secret that Medicare Supplements have a lot of plan letters, which can get confusing. We have a tool that will simplify your selling process.
Read MoreIf you’re a senior health insurance agent looking to grow your business, selling solely Medicare Advantage plans and/or Medicare Supplements will only get you so far.
Read MoreDo you struggle with promoting yourself or your business? All day long, there’s a lot of noise pinging from various media channels. It’s never been easier to shout your message from the proverbial rooftop.
Read MoreTax Day 2025 is April 15. Clients with a marketplace insurance plan must report any ACA subsidies they obtained. We'll discuss how to navigate reporting premium tax credits and common issues.
Read MoreYou've heard it before, "variety is the spice of life." People come in all shapes and sizes, so naturally, Part D prescription drug plans will too.
Read MoreMedicare agents must adhere to CMS regulations when marketing Advantage and prescription drug plans. This includes recording calls, using a specific disclaimer, and obtaining permission to contact. Staying compliant is crucial, as secret shoppers assess quality and compliance.
Read MoreIt's tempting to hit the ground running with Medicare Advantage and Part D, but you can't just pick up the phone and start calling. Read up on Medicare sales and permission to contact!
Read MoreWhile the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced a final rule in May 2024 increasing access to affordable health care options for recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, program, Dreamers in 19 states cannot currently access marketplace coverage.
Read MoreWhat are four key steps for selling cancer insurance that successful agents follow? The first is to identify ideal clients for cancer insurance.
Read MoreHow many times have you heard that the Medicare Supplement market is "booming" with opportunity? Now is the time to become a Medicare Supplement agent and start selling Medicare Supplements.
Read MoreThere are three main types of universal life products — traditional, index, and guaranteed. It's important you understand how they work so you can present them to clients in a way they'll understand. Let's review their basics.
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