Running Your Business
Insights on how to run an insurance agency, along with coverage of agency management and agency technology news.
MetLife profit misses estimates as hedge fund holdings slump
By Katherine ChiglinskyChief Executive Officer Steve Kandarian has been battling low interest rates and market swings that have weighed on investment returns in recent quarters.
May 04, 2016
Around the life and health insurance industry: Week of May 2, 2016News about insurance carriers, new products, insurance agencies, educational programs and more.
May 04, 2016
8 great ways to overcome your networking fearsWe all have fears, but the fear of meeting new people and talking to them in person prevents you from making a lot of important (sales) connections.
May 03, 2016
MetLife faces record FINRA fine for misleading annuity customersThe insurer agreed to pay $25 million, the largest variable annuity penalty set by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
May 03, 2016
The DOL fiduciary rule is here. What should advisors do next?An Envestnet webinar for advisors laid out some of the particulars.
May 03, 2016
What you don't know about retirement can hurt youListen and learn how you can expand your practice by integrating your clients retirement planning with the benefit advisement you already offer.
May 03, 2016
When sentiment conflicts with investing realityThe Internet has created an environment for interesting, persuasive (and ofte costly) financial commentary.
May 03, 2016
The 10 highest-growth cities for annuities in 2016Which cities have the highest growth potential for annuities sales this year? The list is much different than the list of largest annuity markets.