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Agents: Explore Innovations with a Level Head
By Christina PellettThe insurance industry isn't exactly known for its innovation. Basically everything is just a version of something else - and for good reason, because such basic protection products as life insurance already work without having to reinvent the wheel.
April 05, 2010
2009 VA Sales Plunged 19% To $123 BillionNew variable annuity sales rose 2.6% in the fourth quarter of 2009, to $31.4 billion from $30.6 billion in the 3rd quarter, but were down 3.8% from 4th quarter 2009 sales of $32.7 billion.
April 05, 2010
Agents: Explore Innovations with a Level HeadThe insurance industry isnt exactly known for its innovation. Basically everything is just a version of something else and for good reason, because such ...
April 04, 2010
Agents: Explore Innovations with a Level HeadThe insurance industry isn't exactly known for its innovation. Basically everything is just a version of something else - and for good reason, because such basic protection products as life insurance already work without having to reinvent the wheel.
April 04, 2010
2009 VA Sales Plunged 19% To $123 BillionNew variable annuity sales rose 2.6% in the fourth quarter of 2009, to $31.4 billion from $30.6 billion in the 3rd quarter, but were down 3.8% from 4th quarter 2009 sales of $32.7 billion.
April 01, 2010
Trends 2010: Simplified solutions and client-centered serviceOur annual look at the newest trends in products and sales strategies suggests that simplified solutions and an old-fashioned, client-centered approach are the hallmarks for 2010 and beyond.
April 01, 2010
The Future of AnnuitiesThe annuity market is poised for growth in 2010, especially with product innovation on the horizon.
April 01, 2010
Five commandments of social networkingIt's hard to distinguish social networking hype from reality.