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Insights on how to run an insurance agency, along with coverage of agency management and agency technology news.
Mazonas: Settlement Securitization Will Grow
By Trevor ThomasDespite the recent turmoil in the investment markets, life settlement securitization volume is going to continue to increase, an industry executive says.
November 11, 2009
IRS To Develop Cash Balance Plan GuidanceThe Internal Revenue Service is coming out with a new batch of advice aimed at cash balance plans that have to cut their interest crediting rates to comply with a new law.
November 11, 2009
Rhode Island Enacts Settlements LawA new Life Settlements Act has taken effect in Rhode Island without the benefit of the governor's signature.
November 11, 2009
Settlement Firms Team UpTwo life settlement business have joined to offer fast pre-qualifications for small-face-value policies.
November 11, 2009
Lead Generation: Your input is welcomeFor the January issue of Senior Market Advisor magazine, we will showcase a new annual feature: the "50 Best Ways to Generate Leads." We would like some of your ideas.
November 11, 2009
10 ideas for improving your direct mail response rates - Part 2In Part 1, we discussed the first five ways for you to maximize the response rates for your direct mail campaigns. Here are some more ideas for generating interest among clients and prospects:
November 11, 2009
Reverse indicatorsDo you agree that there are indicators that tell you when to invest, and when to be in cash?
November 11, 2009
Survey: Women Place High Value On CollegeWomen appear to be more likely than men to say that it is very important for their kids to get a college degree.