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2013 Long Term Care Insurance Tax Guide Available
The 2013 Guide To Tax Qualified Long Term Care Insurance has been made available by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 28, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
John G. Gaffney Earns Associate in Risk Management (ARM) Designation
John G. Gaffney earns designation as a Associate in Risk Management (ARM), a highly respected credential of the risk management and property-casualty insurance industry. - January 27, 2013 - Coverage Solutions Inc
zIngenuity Acquires Mortgage Guaranty Reinsurance Company
zIngenuity, Inc., a national provider of risk management and loss mitigation services for mortgage lenders and servicers, has acquired a mortgage guaranty captive reinsurance company domiciled in the Turks and Caicos Islands (“TCI”). The TCI acquisition is being renamed zInsureRe TCI,... - January 24, 2013 - zIngenuity, Inc.
RAM Technologies Creates HEALTHsuite® User Group on LinkedIn
Users of the HEALTHsuite claims management system now have a forum to share ideas and collaborate with other users. - January 24, 2013 - RAM Technologies, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Almanac Free Shipping Offer
Copies of the Long Term Care Insurance Almanac can be obtained with free shipping from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 24, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Valuation Results of the Stiftung Warentest for Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption Protection of the AGA International SA, Munich
The AGA International, which is one of the most important partners of the insurance MAWISTA, is a member of the Allianz Group. In the current financial test (Issue 2/2013), the AGA International has received extremely positive results from a study by Stiftung Warentest for trip cancellation... - January 23, 2013 - MAWISTA
Asset Level Defines Long Term Care Insurance Market
A new study reveals 30 percent of Americans have savings and investment levels that make them viable prospects for long term care insurance. - January 19, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
ISA CEO Howard Siegel Appointed to Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Board
Howard Siegel, CEO of Irwin Siegel Agency Appointed as Governing Board Member and Treasurer for a newly formed Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Bronx, NY. - January 18, 2013 - Irwin Siegel Agency
Beacon Insurance Group Partners for Seminar on the Affordable Care Act and the Affects on Small Business
South Carolina Insurance Agency, Beacon Insurance Group, partners with JCM Insurance Solutions and Carolina Care Plan for an informational seminar on how the Affordable Care Act pertains to small businesses. - January 17, 2013 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Association Launches Electronic Brochure Line
A new line of electronic brochures focused on long term care planning and long term care insurance has been launched by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director. - January 17, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
InsuranceGurukul.com Launches Smart Learning Tool for Insurance Institute of India Professional Exams
InsuranceGurukul.com today announced the launch of the SmartLearning Preparation Kit for Associate Exams of Insurance Institute of India. These digital learning aids would simplify and make the learning process easier and more interesting in the form of concise audio-visual presentations for... - January 17, 2013 - InsuranceGurukul
Los Angeles County Health Insurance Expert Steven Driss Available to Discuss Crucial Decisions Facing Business Owners While Transitioning to ObamaCare
Steven Driss is available as an expert source to discuss vital aspects of the new laws that business owners need to consider, as well as steps they need to be taking now to prevent penalties in the future. - January 16, 2013 - Lifeline Employee Benefits
Scope Technologies Announces Europe’s First OBD Based Pay As You Drive Program with Amaguiz
Scope Technologies, a leading and fast growing global telematics technology provider announced Europe’s first in-vehicle OBD (On Board Diagnostic port) based Pay As You Drive (PAYD) program with Amaguiz, a Groupama subsidiary in France dedicated to selling insurance over the internet. The... - January 16, 2013 - Scope Technologies
Medcom's Expanded Pay or Play Actuarial Analysis Brings Necessary Guidance to Employers
Although many of the employer mandates included with the PPACA Health Care Reform bill will take effect on January 1, 2014, most employers have not fully evaluated how this major legislative package will impact on their employee benefit and compensation package. Medcom's expanded Pay or Play Analysis provides the road map they need to make more informed decisions for 2014 and beyond. - January 15, 2013 - Medcom
Long Term Care Insurance Expert Offers Advice to New Federal Commission
Recommendations from the new federal Long Term Care commission will hopefully provide realistic and adoptable solutions notes the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance director. - January 15, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Katy Insurance Agent Shows Cyclists How to Save Money on Motorcycle Insurance Premiums
Insurance Agency Texas says taking these simple steps could help motor cyclists enjoy their lifestyle and still save a bundle on monthly premiums. - January 13, 2013 - Insurance Agency Texas
John Burns Named National Account Executive for TPA Alternative Service Concepts Orlando, FL Operations
Full-service workers’ compensation and property & casualty third party claims administrator Alternative Service Concepts hires Mr. John Burns from Preferred Medical Network, a pharmacy benefits management company serving all Florida clients and new clients. - January 13, 2013 - Alternative Service Concepts
Home Care Providers Connect with Long Term Care Insurance Prospects
Two of the nation's leading home care providers are connecting with consumers seeking long term care insurance information from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 12, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
HUB International Acquires Intercare Insurance Solutions
Hub International Limited (Hub) announced today that it has acquired Intercare Insurance Solutions, Inc. (Intercare), a San Diego, California-based insurance brokerage firm. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Intercare will become part of the California operations of Hub International Insurance Services (Hub California). - January 12, 2013 - HUB International - West Region
Katy Auto Insurance Agent Cautions Texas Drives Against Forgoing Auto Insurance in 2013
Insurance Agency Texas says refusing to buy auto insurance in the New Year is the same as asking for disaster. - January 12, 2013 - Insurance Agency Texas
Employer Long Term Care Insurance Section Launched on Association Website
A new section addressing employer group long term care insurance has been added to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance website. - January 11, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
InsurancePlanning101.com Adds Term Life Insurance Rates to Site
InsurancePlanning101.com, an Independent Agency in California, utilizes computer program to research 100+ companies for the lowest rates with the best companies. - January 11, 2013 - InsurancePlanning101.com
New Day Underwriting Managers Unveils Redesigned Website as Informational Resource for Commercial Brokers and Agents
Updated Website Provides Single-point Access & Risk Management Guidance for Latest Construction-Related Professional & Environmental Liability Insurance Options - January 10, 2013 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Long Term Care Insurance Sales Achievement Awards Open for Entries
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance is accepting entries for the 11th national Long Term Care Insurance Sales Achievement Awards. - January 10, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance Association Website Achieves Milestone
As more consumers investigate the benefits and cost for long term care insurance, the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance website reports achieving a significant industry milestone. - January 09, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Gender-Based Long Term Care Insurance Pricing Set to Take Effect
The first long term care insurance policies that will cost more for women than men are set to become available in early 2013. The change creates a final buying opportunity, acknowledges the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 06, 2013 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Family Heritage Insurance Welcomes Queen Street America
Family Heritage Life Insurance Company of America announces that it has joined in a marketing agreement with Queen Street America. - January 05, 2013 - Family Heritage Life Insurance Company
Transguardian Offers Same-Day Insured Shipping Throughout USA
Why do grooms wait until the last minute to order wedding rings? Who knows? But when a shipper needs insured, same-day pick up and delivery throughout the USA, TransGuardian can now do it with a simple call at (877)570-7447. The shipper must provide the origin and destination addresses, size,... - January 02, 2013 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Pittsburgh’s Henderson Brothers, Inc., Hires George Heigel and Amanda Hohenberger
George Heigel joins employee benefits division while Amanda Hohenberger returns to firm in small business division. - December 30, 2012 - Henderson Brothers, Inc.
Low Interest Rates Affect Long Term Care Insurance Pricing
The Federal Reserve's policy of maintaining historically low interest rates has resulted in increased pricing for long-term care insurance reports a leading industry expert. "In 1990 7-year U.S. Treasuries yielded as much as 9.12 percent, and today they yield around 1.2 percent,"... - December 30, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
CPEhr Releases Annual Report: 2013 Human Resources Updates
HR firm CPEhr releases new report highlighting important labor and employment law updates for 2013. - December 28, 2012 - CPE HR, Inc.
TransGuardian Offers $300,000 Parcel Insurance in DCWC Holiday Raffle
The Diamond Dealers Club of the West Coast (DCWC) celebrated its 2012 Holiday Party on Thursday, December 20, 2012. TransGuardian’s COO, Madlene Moseley, serves on the Club Hospitality Committee, which organized the event. The Committee includes Rahul Parikh, Sarah Culang, Aaron Spicker,... - December 21, 2012 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Nicole D. Bogard, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP to Speak at KC’s Play or Pay and 90 Day Waiting Period: Emerging Issues in Health Care Reform Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Nicole D. Bogard, Partner with Seyfarth Shaw LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Play or Pay and 90 Day Waiting Period:... - December 21, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Medicare Supplement Insurance Conference Sponsors Sought
The sixth national Medicare Supplement Insurance conference organized by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance is seeking interested sponsors. - December 21, 2012 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
The Center for Life Insurance Disputes Recovered $165,000 from Lapsed Life Insurance Policy
The Center for Life Insurance Disputes helped a life insurance policy holder recover thousands of dollars in overpaid premium charges. - December 20, 2012 - The Center for Life Insurance Disputes
Long Term Care Insurance Group Sales Predicted to Grow in 2013
More employers are expected to offer long term care insurance protection to their employees, predicts leading insurance industry expert. - December 19, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
“Lucky Number 7” - USHEALTH Advisors Sets Its Seventh Weekly Sales Record for 2012
Company leadership credits its dedicated Agents for multiple sales records. - December 14, 2012 - US Health Group
IRMI Workshop Highlights Latest Contractors Professional Liability Exposures & Insurance Options
Jeff Slivka of New Day Underwriting Managers Leads Expert Panel Discussion on the Risks Associated with New Digital Technologies, LEED and Sustainable Initiatives - December 13, 2012 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
TransGuardian as Multi-Carrier Software Provider on Ontrac Website
OnTrac, the premier regional carrier in the seven Western States, now features TransGuardian on its Multi-Carrier Software web page at this link: www.ontrac.com/onlineShipMultiShip.asp TransGuardian (www.transguardian.com) offers a multi-carrier shipping solution that will typically save 30% over... - December 12, 2012 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Katy, TX Insurance Agent Gives New Homeowners Tips for Lowering Homeowner Insurance Cost
Frank Hursh with Insurance Agency Texas says new homeowners can lower the cost of homeowner insurance by following these simple steps. - December 10, 2012 - Insurance Agency Texas
Katy Texas Insurance Expert Discusses Benefits of Buying Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Frank Hursh, owner of Texas based InsuranceAgencyTexas.com says failure to add uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage to auto insurance policies is taking unnecessary risk. - December 09, 2012 - Insurance Agency Texas
Long Term Care Insurance Summit Presentations Available Online
Presentations from the 2012 National Long Term Care Insurance Sales Summit have been posted online by the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance. - December 07, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Home Assist: The Perfect Present This Christmas
This Christmas, give your loved ones a gift that delivers peace of mind and security that lasts a whole year- Home Assist. Home Assist, described as 24/7 'roadside assistance' for homes, takes the worry out of trying to find reliable tradespeople to help deal with those everyday household... - December 05, 2012 - HomeSource Ltd
Long Term Care Insurance Rate Increases Explained by AALTCI Director
Consumers facing rate increases on their long term care insurance are given options according to a presentation by the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance. - December 05, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Ezra Penland Updates Actuary Salary Surveys, Hires Three for Actuarial Recruitment Group
Jeremy Alvarez, Daniel Balzekas and Christina Fernandes-D’Souza join Ezra Penland Actuarial Recruitment. Ezra Penland also updates their annual US Actuarial Salary Surveys for 2012. - December 04, 2012 - ClaudePenland.com
SIA Group Acquires Two Divisions Of Triangle Insurance Group
Full-Service Insurance Agency Purchases Business and Agricultural/Equine Divisions, Expands Central North Carolina Presence - December 01, 2012 - SIA Group
Sean Ganoe Joins Henderson Brothers Employee Benefits Division as Assistant Vice President
Sean Ganoe, a veteran in the employee benefits industry, has joined Henderson Brothers, Inc., as assistant vice president in the Benefits Consulting Practice. Based downtown, Henderson Brothers is one of Western Pennsylvania’s largest providers of insurance, risk management, financial... - November 30, 2012 - Henderson Brothers, Inc.
NKSJ Holdings Named One of the Top 30 CSR Performers in East Asia for the Third Consecutive Year
On October 17, 2012, NKSJ Holdings, Inc. (hereafter NKSJHD) was named one of the top 30 companies for CSR in “East Asia 30”, a list of the 30 top CSR performers from three East Asian countries (Japan, China and South Korea) released by the Asia CSR Expert Committee, chaired by Mr.JU,... - November 30, 2012 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.
NKSJ Holdings Ranked Second Among Japanese Companies in Newsweek Green Rankings 2012
NKSJ Holdings, Inc. (President: Kengo Sakurada; hereinafter “the Company”) was ranked 2nd out of Japanese companies and 18th overall out of 500 global companies in the Newsweek Green Rankings 2012, an environmental management ranking compiled by Newsweek. 1. Overview of Newsweek Green... - November 29, 2012 - Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Inc.
Tax Could Rise Significantly on Michigan Self-Insured Employers
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) today filed an appeal in the United States Court of Appeals as part of the association’s ongoing legal challenge to the Michigan Health Insurance Claims Assessment Act. SIIA contends that the law is preempted by the Employee Retirement... - November 21, 2012 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.