Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
Being an advisor, and friend, to the LGBT community
By Savita Iyer-AhrestaniBeing able to understand and relate to a clients journey, to respect individual personhood and individual experience are all important to a financial advisor.
May 06, 2016
6 digital marketing lessons from Star WarsYou don't need Han Solo's stealth or Commander Leia's diplomacy to implement a winning marketing strategy. Consider this wisdom from the iconic Star Wars franchise.
May 05, 2016
Robo-advisors ignore retirement planningThe current robo-advisor market targets younger, smaller investors, according to one retirement-industry observer at this week's LIMRA conference in Boston.
May 05, 2016
6 tips to improve your public speaking voiceFrom public speaking to cold calling, learning how to use the power of your voice can increase your persuasiveness.
May 04, 2016
MetLife profit misses estimates as hedge fund holdings slumpChief Executive Officer Steve Kandarian has been battling low interest rates and market swings that have weighed on investment returns in recent quarters.
May 04, 2016
Advisors slow to adapt to the evolution of income options in DC plansAdvisors remain reluctant to recommend income annuity options to their clients. Why?
May 04, 2016
Investors fleeing negative rates may cap U.S. yields, Fitch saysJust how surprising is the current negative yield situation? So surprising... it surprises Warren Buffett.
May 04, 2016
Around the life and health insurance industry: Week of May 2, 2016News about insurance carriers, new products, insurance agencies, educational programs and more.