Running Your Business
Insights on how to run an insurance agency, along with coverage of agency management and agency technology news.
Bill Gets Mixed Reviews
By Arthur D. PostalThe release of a relatively moderate health reform bill by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus could change the tone of the health reform effort over in the House.
September 16, 2009
Reform Optimism IncreasesMore insurance and benefits groups seem to be warming up today to the idea that Congress will enact a health reform bill that they can live with.
September 16, 2009
How to create a "thank-you" letter surveyIt's likely that you send thank-you notes to your clients at the conclusion of each sale or service. But how often do you ask them to tell you how you did? In other words, how often do you survey your clients?
September 16, 2009
Baucus Puts Bill In PlaySenate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus has released the eagerly awaited text of his version of the health reform bill.
September 15, 2009
QBE Makes A DealA specialty insurance business has acquired a collection of niche programs from CIGNA Corp.
September 15, 2009
OPM To Offer Partner BenefitsThe U.S. Office of Personnel Management has proposed a rule that would permit federal employees to buy coverage for same-sex partners through the federal long term care insurance program.
September 15, 2009
Roundtable: Change, Or ElseLawmakers must come together and enact meaningful health reform measures, or group health coverage could cost more than $28,000 per employee by 2019.
September 15, 2009
Panel To Look At Life Settlement SecuritizationAn arm of the House Financial Services Committee is about to take a look at life settlement securitization arrangements.