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Why Independent Agents Should Consider Forming an LLC

As an independent agent, you are running your own business. Because of this, you should give some thought to the type of business structure you want to use. An LLC […]

Start Your AHIP 2022 Training Now

The new AHIP 2022 training begins on June 21, 2021. This is an important requirement for all Medicare brokers that represent MAPD and PDP plans with most key insurance carriers. […]

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Five Tips to Up Your Medicare Sales Performance

More than 10,000 seniors age into Medicare each day. During the last enrollment period, 36% of Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, an increase of 9% compared to […]

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Playing Offense Against Joe

By now, you may have seen retired football star Joe Nameth’s television commercials about Medicare. Even if you haven’t, it’s safe to assume that many of your clients have. Joe’s […]

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How to Develop a Compliant Medicare Referral Program

Client recommendations can be the most effective form of advertisement. You work hard to help your clients get the right coverage for their needs. Most of your clients are very […]

New Poverty Guidelines Announced: Do Your Clients Qualify for Medicare Help?

Many seniors struggle with the high cost of healthcare. Recent research published in Health Affairs finds that Medicare enrollees near the poverty line may forgo essential healthcare because of the […]

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Rethinking What It Means to Help Seniors with Medicare

For a long time, the assumption has been that seniors are slow adopters or steer clear of new tech. Despite some individuals who broke the stereotype, that was probably largely […]

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7 Tips for Transitioning from Captive to Independent Agent

Insurance agents have two major career paths. They can work as captive agents tied to one specific insurance carrier. Or they can work as independent agents, selling plans from a […]

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Build Lasting Relationships by Offering Free Medicare Assistance

Seniors need more Medicare information. Earlier this year, Managed Healthcare Executive reported on poll results that showed nearly one in three Medicare enrollees feel they don’t have enough information on […]

Help Your Clients Get on the Do Not Call List and Avoid Fraud

Medicare beneficiaries are frequently the target of fraudulent schemes. You can help your clients avoid falling victim to one of these scams by doing two things. First, educate them on […]

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