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Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP

Oct 12, 2021

Today, technology use is becoming more and more prevalent in many industries and Medicare is one of them. While you’re meeting with clients, there’s a good chance at least one will ask you about telehealth.  Read More

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Organization Tips and Tricks for AEP

Sep 23, 2021

The Annual Enrollment Period can be very stressful, but you don’t need to worry. We’ve laid out some tips and tricks on how to stay organized, so AEP can be a breeze this year!  Read More

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What Can MAPD Insurance Agents Do Prior to AEP?

Sep 21, 2021

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period officially starts on October 15, but you don’t have to wait until then to get a leg up on your sales! October 1 is when you can begin marketing the next year’s plans to your clients.  Read More

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How to Get Your Medicare Enrollment Kits on Time

Sep 16, 2021

A vital step in AEP prep involves making sure you’ll have the Medicare enrollment supplies you need to give clients. How can you ensure you’ll have your enrollment kits by October 15?  Read More

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Why Trust Is an Insurance Agent’s Most Important Non-Renewable Resource

Sep 2, 2021

Readers of the Agent Survival Guide understand that client retention is great for your business, but you may be wondering what you can do to keep your clients coming back. Let’s discuss why trust between insurance agents and …  Read More

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How to Prepare for AEP Like a Pro

Aug 31, 2021

With the Annual Enrollment Period quickly approaching, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re fully prepared and ready to sell. By following these steps, you’ll be ready to capitalize on one of the best years for Medicare Advantage …  Read More

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3 Tips to Help Your Clients Avoid Health Insurance Scams

Aug 19, 2021

Scams and fraud are an unfortunate reality, especially in the insurance world. No health agent wants to receive a panicked call from a client relaying they fell victim to an insurance scam.  Read More

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What Does 'Ready-to-Sell' Mean for Medicare Agents?

Aug 17, 2021

You have to be “ready-to-sell” with carriers before the Annual Enrollment Period if you want to sell Medicare products for the upcoming plan year, but what does it mean to be “ready-to-sell” Medicare plans?  Read More

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How to Sell Hospital Indemnity Plans & Combat Health Care Costs

Jul 20, 2021

It’s not hard to believe that, today, a hospitalization can be expensive. But, did you know that, in just one week, your client’s hospital bill could add up to more than $10,000?  Read More

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5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out from the Crowd

Jul 13, 2021

There are two types of insurance agents: the memorable ones who get calls from prospects looking for assistance and the easily forgotten who prospects never call back. Listen to this article:  Read More

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The Survivor's AEP Checklist

Jul 6, 2021

We’re months from October 15, the first day you can enroll clients in a 2022 Medicare Advantage plan. What should you do to prepare? Start with the Agent Survival Guide’s AEP Checklist.  Read More

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FAQs About NAHU Medicare Certification

Jun 25, 2021

Got questions about NAHU’s Medicare Advantage and Part D certification training? We’ve got answers! Today, we’re answering some frequently asked questions about NAHU Medicare and compliance certification. What’s the difference …  Read More

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AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification

Jun 22, 2021

Planning on taking the AHIP Medicare training test for the first time? You don’t have to stress! We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks for passing AHIP that will help you, and even more experienced agents, improve your …  Read More

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3 Benefits of Contracting to Sell Medicare Advantage Plans Outside of AEP

Jun 17, 2021

Anyone in the Medicare industry is familiar with the rush to prepare for the Annual Enrollment Period. What if you could take care of a key sales task before AEP ramps up?  Read More

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How to Recruit Insurance Agents on LinkedIn

Jun 15, 2021

LinkedIn is the most professional social networking site for B2B marketing. As an insurance agent, are you utilizing your profile to expand your business as much as you could be?  Read More

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Our Mastering Medicare Sales eBook Series

Jun 11, 2021

Register today and get our Mastering Medicare Sales eBook Series for FREE! Plus, you’ll have exclusive access to much more: Our full portfolio of competitive contracts, Industry-leading CRM, quoting, and enrollment …  Read More

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Understanding the Details of Annuities

Jun 8, 2021

As an agent in the insurance market, what’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word annuities? It could be anything from feelings of bewilderment or disdain to the opinion of, “they’re an essential product in my …  Read More

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How to Check for Your First Looks

Jun 1, 2021

The moment when carrier First Looks become available is a very exciting time for insurance agents! It can put a spring in your step and help you get in the mood for the upcoming Annual Enrollment Period!  Read More

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2022 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D

May 28, 2021

For the seventh year running, CMS has increased the maximum broker commissions for both Medicare Advantage and Part D initial enrollments and continued the growth of maximum Medicare broker commissions for 2022 renewals.  Read More