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Exec Comp Plan Software Unveiled
By Staff WriterClark Consulting Inc. has launched packaged software that combines a voluntary non-qualified deferred compensation plan with corporate-owned life insurance.
December 04, 2009
N.Y. Producer Group Threatens Suit On Comp RuleThe Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of New York has threatened legal action against the New York State Insurance Department over a proposed producer compensation rule the agency posted Wednesday.
December 04, 2009
Firms Could Cut Health Care To Skirt Tax: StudyA study by Mercer finds 63% of employers say they would cut health benefits to avoid paying the excise tax included in the Senate's proposed Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
December 04, 2009
Tech Bits: Sircon, IPipeline, OthersSircon has released a new version of the Sircon for Carriers and Sircon for Agencies and Brokers system.
December 04, 2009
Schapiro Wants Full Disclosure On CompThe head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission says financial professionals should provide investors with clear information about their compensation.
December 04, 2009
Bill Calls For 401(k) Income EstimatesLegislation introduced in the Senate this week would mandate that 401(k) plans show beneficiaries the value of their retirement account.
December 04, 2009
Personnel Changes: Allianz Life, New York Life, OthersAllianz Life Insurance Company of North America has hired Patrick Reeder to be senior director of government relations.
December 04, 2009
Quote Source Starts Mobile ServiceSelectQuote Insurance Services Inc. is now offering life insurance quotes via mobile phone.