Life Insurance
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Obama's 2013 Budget Calls for Stronger Defined Benefit Pension System
By Elizabeth D. FestaThe President's 2013 budget proposal seeks to give the board of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. (PBGC) authority to adjust premiums and evaluate risks, to keep it viable for the times when plans fail.
February 13, 2012
Obama Calls for Tax Hikes on Life InsurersObama budget would impact estate tax, COLI and general accounts, but analysts see little likelihood that the President's proposal will see the light of day.
February 13, 2012
Most Canadian Couples Lag in Retirement DiscussionsMore than half of Canadian couples have not discussed their desired retirement lifestyle, when or where to retire or the amount of money they'll need, according to a new report.
February 13, 2012
Ohio National Reports Record-Breaking Life SalesSales and earnings for Ohio National Financial Services reached new highs in 2011, the company disclosed in its year-end financial results. Ohio National, Cincinnati, reported a record-breaking $118.8 million of new annual premium for individual life insurance, up 4.7% from 2010.
February 13, 2012
Minnesota Life Adds Two Index OptionsThe Securian Financial subsidiary adds two index options to its Eclipse Indexed Life products.
February 13, 2012
US Stocks Gain Following Latest Greek Debt DealU.S. stocks rose Monday after Greece's parliament voted for spending cuts so it can get a bailout to save the country from bankruptcy.
February 13, 2012
A perfect storm for indexed annuitiesWith volatility roiling the markets, indexed annuities can offer the asset protection clients want, along with the returns theyll need.
February 13, 2012
Whitney Houston (1963-2012)There are few things as depressing as wasted talent, which is why Whitney Houstons sudden death on February 12 came as equal parts shock and relief to the world of pop music.