supplemental insurance

2013: A Senior's Odyssey

By Ed McCarthy, CFP, Maria Wood | January 1, 2013

From possible estate and income tax changes to securing a steady stream of retirement income, seniors and their advisors face a tough road in the year ahead.

Supplemental accident coverage: Protect, serve and profit

By Jay Drucker | December 2, 2012

Supplemental products provide a valuable service for clients, and if commissions are maintained at current levels, they can serve as a key incremental revenue stream for brokers.

Educate Clients About the Health and Finance Connection

By Thomas Giddens | May 1, 2012

Most people don’t think a serious illness will happen to them, but statistics tell a different story. You can dispel these misconceptions and offer clarity about the real cost of illness and accidents to workers’ pocketbooks.

Aflac Stock Soars After Strong First Quarter

By AP Staff Writer | April 25, 2012

Insurance company Aflac Inc. stock soared at mid-afternoon trading Wednesday after the company reported that its profit more than doubled on a surprise increase in sales in Japan.

What's Causing Steep Premium Increases?

By Ingrid Case | March 19, 2012

After several years of more modest increases, 2011 brought companies and consumers sharply higher health insurance premium increases—and questions about the factors behind the increased rates.

GOP Senators Unveil Medicare Plan

By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR, Associated Press | February 17, 2012

Two Republican senators unveiled a Medicare rescue plan Thursday that features an accelerated transition to private health insurance for many seniors, a gradual increase in the eligibility age, and higher premiums for middle-class and upper-income retirees.