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Insights on how to run an insurance agency, along with coverage of agency management and agency technology news.
Morningstar says even opponents of DOL are lowballing costs
By Nick ThorntonNew analysis suggests even aggressive estimates of the DOLs proposed fiduciary rules effect on the financial services industry are being low-balled.
November 04, 2015
If you cold call, get warm and cozy with the rules or suffer chilling effectsIf cold-calling is something you are considering to drum up more business, make sure to go about it ethically.
November 04, 2015
How to insure your pot-smoking clientTwenty-three states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana for medicinal purposes, so where does that leave the life insurance industry?
November 04, 2015
How to beat robos with stellar serviceSeth Mattison tells 300 advisors and others at the FSI Advisor Summit that every detail counts in the competitive field of financial advice.
November 04, 2015
FSI urges advisors to prepare for ‘post-DOL world’The organization spells out what many changes will look like as new fiduciary rules move forward in Washington.
November 04, 2015
‘Too much stuff’ weighing on economyThe real problem with the U.S. economy isn't the Fed or lawmakers, William Miller says; it's overcapacity and a declining consumer base.
November 04, 2015
The 17 biggest announcements from life and health insurers this weekNew products hit the annuity markets as well as revamped websites that will help both agents and customers.
November 04, 2015
Consumers vote: Best and worst life insurance carriersWhen it comes to customer service and financial strength ratings, these life insurance carriers come out on top.