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Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19

Mar 30, 2020

The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. With business closures and travel restrictions, the potential to harm small businesses like insurance agencies is obvious …  Read More

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How to Explain the Real Cost of a Funeral & Help Your Clients Plan for One

Mar 24, 2020

The loss of a loved one is never easy. Sorrow. Heartbreak. Grief. Your clients will have a hard-enough time dealing with all of these emotions, but simultaneously, they’ll also be responsible for decisions, decisions, and …  Read More

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Have You Watched Ritter's State of the Senior Market?

Mar 6, 2020

Our State of the Senior Market is your annual overview for Ritter and insurance industry news and updates. In a series of four installments, you’ll get the scoop straight from Ritter’s president, Craig Ritter himself.  Read More

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The Best Software for Tracking Your Medicare Commissions

Mar 3, 2020

You may enjoy selling Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and Part D plans because you like helping others, but you and your family may also depend on the commissions your insurance career or side hustle provides.  Read More

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Examining the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback

Feb 18, 2020

The standard monthly Part B premium cost for beneficiaries in 2021 is $148.50. Wouldn’t it be nice if your clients could get some of that money back? Good news, this is a possibility!  Read More

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Why Go About Your Business in an Ethical, Compliant Fashion?

Feb 4, 2020

We’ve already told you the many ways you can remain compliant as an insurance agent. In this article, we want to focus on the “why.” Why should you go about your business in an ethical, compliant fashion?  Read More

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The Complete Guide on Developing an Agency

Jan 20, 2020

What’s Inside Your Guide to Developing an Agency? We’ve created this guide to help both agents just starting an agency and those who have already established their own business reach optimal success.  Read More

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Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?

Jan 16, 2020

Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain it, and whether or not it would …  Read More

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Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home

Jan 14, 2020

Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office space outside of your home.  Read More

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What Is E&O Insurance and Do You Need It?

Jan 9, 2020

Mistakes happen, even to the best of us. Fortunately, errors and omissions (E&O) insurance can help you mitigate the risks and costs that come with your profession. The insurance for those who are selling insurance, E&O …  Read More

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Should You Sell D-SNPs?

Dec 19, 2019

Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans are a great product to add to your portfolio, especially since 12 million Americans (20 percent of the Medicare population) have dual-eligible status. While we think selling D-SNPs can greatly …  Read More

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How to Transition from AEP to D-SNPs

Dec 12, 2019

The lock-in period is approaching, but just because it’s not the “busy season,” doesn’t mean you can’t stay busy! You can keep sales and commission coming in by shifting your focus from AEP to Dual …  Read More

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The Value of Staying in Touch with Clients

Dec 10, 2019

You’ve met with a client, quoted plans, and completed and submitted the application. Your work is done right? Well, no. If you want to be successful in this business, you’re going to need to stay in touch with clients.  Read More

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Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?

Dec 5, 2019

To say that the Annual Enrollment Period is an extremely busy time of year for insurance agents is a massive understatement. At Ritter Insurance Marketing, we know just how hectic AEP can get, and sometimes it’s a little …  Read More

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7 Strategies to Prevent Rapid Disenrollments from Medicare Plans

Nov 19, 2019

No Medicare agent wants to hear they’ve had a rapid disenrollment. Not only can these feel like a slap in the face after all the hard work you put in, but they can have negative consequences, especially if your book of business …  Read More

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What Agents Forget to Do When Preparing for Appointments

Nov 12, 2019

When you’re thinking of everything you need to do to prepare for appointments this Annual Enrollment Period, be sure to think of things outside your memorized to-do list. Pens? Check. Scopes of Appointment?  Read More

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Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies

Nov 8, 2019

November 10 marks the halfway point for the 2020 Annual Enrollment Period! Listen to this article: If you’re selling Medicare products, now’s the time to reflect on your success during the first few weeks and recharge yourself to …  Read More

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Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!)

Nov 5, 2019

It’s the Annual Enrollment Period, the busiest time of the year if you’re a Medicare agent! More sales translate into more money. And we all know time is money, so the more time we spend selling, the more money we should …  Read More

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Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP

Oct 29, 2019

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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The Pros and Cons of Selling Insurance

Oct 28, 2019

Thinking of joining the insurance industry? Great idea! We think it’s a rewarding career path to pursue. If you’re still on the fence, this article is to help you weigh the practical pros and cons of the field so you can make an …  Read More