Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
LUTCF designation program provides training, builds confidence
By Paul Dougherty, LUTCF, FSS, HIAThe LUTCF designation, held by more than 50,000 agents, provides training on annuities, LTCI, life insurance and other product lines.
July 27, 2016
7 cold calling tips to improve your closing ratePlan your questions, but don't follow a script. These and other cold-calling tips can help you close more sales.
July 26, 2016
3 new things to know about your HIPAA desk audit riskOfficials plan to start calling agents, brokers and other associates of covered entities in September.
July 26, 2016
Annuities as an RMD Answer: Navigating Potential PitfallsThere are valid reasons for an annuity-within-an-IRA strategy, but a poorly executed annuity purchase strategy can cause unnecessary expenses.
July 26, 2016
10 states where people skip vegetablesDiet can influence what kinds of health-related claims people file, and when.
July 26, 2016
Allianz Life exec: Index variable annuities address market volatility fearsEric Thomes talks about how IVAs can help cautious clients, myths about the annuities industry and challenges facing pre-retirees today.
July 26, 2016
Allianz Life exec: Index variable annuities address market volatility fearsEric Thomes talks about how IVAs can help cautious clients, myths about the annuities industry and challenges facing pre-retirees today.
July 26, 2016
Do your prospects like you?Understanding why people like you (or don't like you) is key to building connections and making sales. Here are 8 ways to become more likeable.