Prepare now: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ 2024 Proposed Rule points to a return to more regulated Medicare communications and marketing guidelines for the upcoming plan year.
In 2023, agents selling Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans were subject to new third-party marketing organizations requirements and Medicare sales call recording rules.
If you’re an agent looking for more stability and support, a field marketing organization (FMO) can do a lot for your business. But finding an FMO that can give you stability and support without stifling your success is a process. Read More
Imagine clients being able to use their Medicare policy to plan for future costs that aren’t relevant right now.
Your clients have some options on how to make their money work for their health care and rollover when they don’t … Read More
While the environment last year may have been a bit rough for annuity advisors and carriers, things are looking up for the industry.
LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute (LIMRA SRI) recently released a three-year annuity sales … Read More
Is there ever really a “right” time to step foot into a new industry? We would argue yes — absolutely!
Based on current statistics and a booming market, now is the perfect time to dive into the insurance business. Read More
Ritter Insurance Marketing is proud to announce that is has been named to the Central Penn Business Journal’s 22nd annual list of the Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Central Pennsylvania. Read More
Sight. Hearing. Taste. These three wonderful senses help people of any age perceive, interact with, and experience the world in full.
However, the body parts that allow us to enjoy these faculties are not immune to the general … Read More
Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and prescription drug plans aren’t the only insurance products seniors may want or need.
Ritter Insurance Marketing hosted an educational “senior products meeting” on June 5 to encourage … Read More
It can happen to anyone in any industry… sometimes we just want to pack up, call it a day, and say “I quit.” As tough as things may seem, don’t be so quick to give up! Read More
You want more annuity leads. There are lots of places that promise them. Should you buy theirs or pan for prospects on your own? Which annuity lead-generating strategies pay off best? Read More
For those new to senior market sales, Scopes of Appointment (SOAs) can be a foreign idea. But the basics of SOAs play a major role in the industry.
What is a Scope of Appointment? Read More
Rumor has it that veterans’ health care is now 100 percent covered at any hospital, anywhere. All they have to do is present their Veterans Affairs card. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Read More
There’s one thing Medicare clients ask their agents more than anything else: How can I save money on prescription drugs? Let us help you answer that question!
Whether your client is enrolling in a stand-alone PDP or a Medicare … Read More
With Cigna’s recent announcement that it intends to purchase Express Scripts, five of America’s top health insurance companies now own or plan to own pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).
The move is the latest example of vertical … Read More
Bravo! Bravo! Encore! Sadly, you’ll probably never hear a prospect say those words. Insurance just isn’t that inspiring to most. You can avoid the glassy-eyed glare and other sales presentation pitfalls, though. Read More
For many brokers, time is money. While getting involved at the local soup kitchen or assisted living facility seems like a great idea, you might put it off for another day or keep it on your to-do list. Read More
How many times have you heard that the Medicare Supplement market is “booming” with opportunity? (Insert commonplace statistic about the number of baby boomers turning 65 here.)
We won’t repeat the same old numbers (and yes, we’re … Read More
Life insurance is more than just a way to pay for outstanding debts and end-of-life expenses. Many use it to provide money to their loved ones after they pass. You can even take it a step further and recommend life policies for … Read More
Switching your clients’ Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans requires a little planning and consideration of their current health status. Here’s a general breakdown of what to know, and how changing existing policies works. Read More
Tuning in to the ASG Podcast just got easier. We’re excited to announce that you can now stream our podcast episodes on Spotify!
Even better? The exact same great content you’ve come to expect is available to both Spotify Free and … Read More
If you’re thinking about selling Medicare but find yourself on the fence, you’ve come to the right place! There are many misconceptions about selling Medicare that deter agents from expanding their primary focus. Read More