Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
What Fitbit says about me — and the world
By Mohamed El-ErianAlmost a month of using Fitbit has reminded me of some old lessons and taught me some new ones.
July 16, 2015
Cold calling basicsIf its been a while since you picked up the phone, here are some fundamental tips for better cold calling.
July 15, 2015
Are you guilty of these 6 sales sins?Selling is tough. But the truth is that salespeople often make it even tougher than it has to be.
July 15, 2015
QLAC: the technical term for “call your clients”QLAC might be the best conversation starter weve seen in years.
July 15, 2015
DOL clarifies annuities in 401(k)s, kind ofThe department may think that their action encourages lifetime income annuities in 401(k) plans, but I think it does precisely the opposite," said the former director of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.
July 14, 2015
The life insurance coverage gap: a multi-trillion dollar chasmClosing the income protection gap has been a persistent challenge for the U.S. life insurance industry.
July 13, 2015
Simple success hackWant to succeed? Then prevent toxic people from infecting you with their negativity. Here are 3 ways.
July 13, 2015
Annuity perks: Don't say you weren't “Warrened”Have you been following U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren's investigation into the non-cash perks annuity advisors earn for sales?