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Barbara Hostetler Named One of Central PA’s Forty Under 40
Barbara Hostetler, CBC of HostetlerBenefits LLC, will be honored as one of Central Penn Business Journal’s 2012 Forty Under 40 award recipients for her commitment to business growth, professional excellence and community service. - July 27, 2012 - HostetlerBenefits LLC
Peter Jones Unveils National Entrepreneur of the Year
Britain's best budding entrepreneur celebrated at national awards ceremony. - July 26, 2012 - ingenie
Long Term Care Insurance Answer Guy Feature Returns
After receiving an increased number of consumer inquiries the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance has relaunched the Long Term Care Insurance Answer Guy program. - July 26, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Length of Nursing Home Stay Varies According to Long Term Care Insurance Expert
Some 1.5 million individuals now reside in nursing homes but few are prepared for the cost of a lengthy stay according to information shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance Insurance. - July 25, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Find A Long Term Care Insurance Agent Online Databank Expands
The nation’s largest online directory of long term care insurance agents has been expanded by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance Insurance. - July 24, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Insurance Specialists Launches a New Website
Enhanced Resources on the new website Include: Online Quotes, Payment Options, and Informative Insurance Content/Blog. - July 23, 2012 - Insurance Specialists
Mitchell Insurance Agency Inc Earns Senior Partner Designation
Mitchell Insurance Agency, has earned the Senior Partner designation from Grange Insurance, placing the agency in an elite group. This honor places special status upon independent agencies that sell Grange products based on their experience, professionalism and superior performance. Mitchell Insurance serves customers in the central Ohio area. - July 22, 2012 - Mitchell Insurance Agency, Inc.
New Long Term Care Insurance Video Addresses Essential Consumer Questions
A newly created video addresses the essential question of why long term care planning is important and what consumers need to know when thinking about long term health care insurance. - July 22, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Free Long Term Care Insurance Quotes Offered by Association Members
Members of the long term care insurance industry trade organization are offering free, no-obligation cost quotes for protection. For information contact the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance Insurance. - July 22, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Alzheimer’s Disease is Top Long Term Care Insurance Claim
Alzheimer’s disease is responsible for a quarter of nursing home claims paid for by long term care insurance according to a report from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 21, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance Almanac Available
An almanac containing relevant long term care insurance statistics, facts and information is available from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance Insurance. - July 20, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Marindependent Announces Launch of New and Improved Website
New website gives clients access to an updated insurance news site and original insurance content. - July 19, 2012 - Marindepedent Insurance Services
AutoCricket.com Sponsors Cruzan Amphitheatre Pavilion Party Deck
Information detailing AutoCricket.com and Cruzan Amphitheatre sponsorship, and how the general public can get invited to the AutoCricket.com Pavilion Party Deck. - July 19, 2012 - AutoCricket.com
Pre-Retired Long Term Care Insurance Buyers Pay Less Than $125 Per Month
Some 40 percent of individuals buying long term care insurance prior to age 61 paid less than $125 per month according to a report issued by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 18, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
MyInsuranceClub.com Becomes First IRDA Approved Online Web Aggregator in India
MyInsuranceClub.com has become the 1st IRDA (Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority of India) approved insurance comparison website in India, having received this license on Saturday July 14, 2012. With this license from IRDA, MyInsuranceClub is officially allowed to compare premiums and features of insurance policies online. - July 18, 2012 - MyInsuranceClub.com
Experts Will Discuss MSP Compliance at Work Comp Educational Conference
Workers’ compensation legal and claims’ experts will discuss their trials, tribulations, best practices in complying with CMS’ policies to take Medicare’s interest into consideration when settling future medical care during the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference. - July 17, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Long Term Care Insurance Expert Shares How to Shop for LTC
Four questions to ask when you begin looking into long term care insurance protection shared by the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 15, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Use of Medicare Set-Asides in Mediation Will be Topic at Work Comp Conference
When considering settlement of a workers’ compensation or liability claim, an assessment of the plaintiff/claimant’s Medicare status is necessary and may cause challenges to a successful settlement. - July 14, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Examined in New Report
A new study of long term care insurance claims has been published by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - July 14, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
New Long Term Care Insurance Claims Protections Begun in Oregon
Long term care insurance policyholders in Oregon gain new protection. Insurers paid nearly $7 billion in claims last year according to American Association for Long Term Care Insurance. - July 13, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Panel Will Discuss Challenges Facing Temporary Staffing Companies at Work Comp Educational Conference
Moderating “Insomnia for Temporary Staffing?” is Lisa Abernathy, Risk Management and Programs Practice Leader for Wells Fargo Insurance Services. - July 13, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Long Term Care Insurance Association Adds to Consumer Video Library
The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance has added new educational videos focused on long term care insurance to the organization’s Consumer Learning Center. - July 12, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Restructures Organization to Align with Regional Strategies
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is announcing their regional market strategy by formalizing a regional office structure which will position the company to enhance their national footprint and business partner relationships. Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) offers a national wholesale binding... - July 12, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Partners with Glencar Underwriting Managers for Workers Comp, General Liability and Auto Program Designed for Niche Business
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has been appointed by Glencar Underwriting Managers to offer a program in Workers’ Compensation, General Liability and Auto coverage. Appalachian Underwriters is a licensed national Managing General Agency, and Glencar Underwriting Managers, Inc. is a... - July 12, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
PeopleSurance Announces Coverage Matters 2.0 Insurance Forum
PeopleSurance releases an update to Coverage Matters with an insurance forum allowing users to post topics related to life insurance, health insurance, and group insurance and receive advice from insurance professionals. - July 11, 2012 - PeopleSurance
Medicare Second Payer Act Will be Topic at Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
“Medicare Secondary Payer Act 101: The Reader’s Digest Version” will be presented during the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott. - July 11, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
McGrath Insurance Group Brings Distractology 101™ Tour to Central Mass
Mobile Classroom and High-Tech Driving Simulations Give Teens and Other New Drivers Real-Life Lessons on Distracted Driving - July 11, 2012 - McGrath Insurance Group
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Consumer Ad Set for September
The long term care insurance industry trade association has announced the latest consumer awareness campaign to heighten awareness for affordable long term care planning. - July 11, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Pacific West Capital Group to Host Seminars in San Diego
Pacific West Capital Group announces life settlement market seminars. - July 11, 2012 - Pacific West Capital Group
Panel Will Discuss Challenges Facing PEOs During Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
A session at the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference will focus on how a PEO can save money, improve losses and be more efficient through proven risk management practices. - July 08, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Trends in Medicare Set-Asides and Workers’ Compensation at Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
The presentation “Seeing the Forest Through the Trees: MSA/LMSA Trends” at the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott will offer guidance in that area. - July 07, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Retirement-Toolbox LLC Releases New Video: Tax-Free Retirement Plans
Enjoy the Magic and Power of Tax-Free compounding and Easy Access to Your Money When You Need It, Income Tax-Free and Penalty Free. - July 05, 2012 - Retirement-Toolbox LLC
Corporate Benefits Network Publishes White Paper on Healthcare Reform for Businesses
Marsha Pfeffer, Managing Director of Corporate Benefits Network, has published a White Paper explaining what U.S. Healthcare Reform will mean to American business owners and their employees. - July 05, 2012 - Corporate Benefits Network
Incomeprotectionquotes.co.za Now Offers Quick and Easy Salary Protection to South Africans
Incomeprotectionquotes.co.za offers an easy way for people to purchase income protection insurance via its website, the company announced today. - July 05, 2012 - Income Protection Insurance
PIPCO Affiliates with Imperial PFS to Offer Premium Financing for Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has affiliated with Imperial PFS (IPFS) to provide premium financing through Premium Installment Plan Company (PIPCO). PIPCO is an AUI brand and has been offering premium financing since 2005. Through PIPCO and Imperial PFS, AUI will be able to offer creative... - July 04, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
"The Art of Self-Insurance" Will be Topic at Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
Three national workers’ compensation experts will discuss “The Art of Self-Insurance” during the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott. - July 03, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
Study Reveals Worst Motorcycle Drivers by State
The states which have the most motorcycle fatalities are highlighted with the southern states Mississippi, Louisiana, and Kentucky being the top three. - July 01, 2012 - InsuranceProviders.com
Liberty Mutual, Joe Paduda Offer "Center for Excellence" at Work Comp Conference
“The Center for Excellence: The Study of Medical Cost Drivers in Workers’ Compensation” will be held in conjunction with the annual Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference August 19 to 23 in Orlando. - July 01, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
PeopleSurance Announces New York Health and Life Insurance Marketplace
PeopleSurance announces the addition of New York to the growing list of states in the PeopleSurance online health and life insurance marketplace. - June 30, 2012 - PeopleSurance
NCCI’s Legislative Priorities for PEOs is Topic at Work Comp Educational Conference
Three industry experts will discuss “NCCI’s Legislative Priorities for the PEO Industry” at the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott. - June 30, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
LTC Tree Study Finds Mac Users Buy More Long Term Care Insurance, Too
An article this week in the Wall Street Journal reveals that users of Apple’s Macintosh computers who visit travel site Orbitz spend an average of $30 more per night on hotels than their Microsoft Windows PC counterparts. With higher per-capita income and different buying patterns, a new study indicates that Macintosh computer users also purchase bigger Long-Term Care Insurance policies, and more often. - June 29, 2012 - LTC Tree
Preeminent Surety Bond Broker Launches Online Storefront
Suretybond.com has partnered with Suretegrity® to launch an unprecedented online Surety Bond storefront. - June 29, 2012 - Suretegrity
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Mel Whitener as New Marketing Representative for North Carolina
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has hired a new marketing representative, Mel Whitener, for the North Carolina territory. As a lifelong resident of North Carolina and a current resident of Lincolnton, Mel is familiar with the territory and the independent agent base in the state. Mel has... - June 29, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Long Term Care Insurance Consumer Education Videos Announced
Two new consumer educational videos focused on long term care insurance information have been made available from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - June 29, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Mandatory Insurer Reporting to be Topic at Workers' Compensation Educational Conference
“The Eye in the Sky: Mandatory Insurance Reporting” will be offered during the August 19-23 Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference at the Orlando World Center Marriott. - June 29, 2012 - Workers Compensation Institute
The Deley Group Opens Insurance Office in Edina
The Deley Group has opened its Edina, Minnesota location. Servicing, the State of Minnesota including Minneapolis, St.Paul, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Burnsville, Cloquet, Duluth, Edina, Eden Prairie, Inver Grove, Inver Grove Heights, North Oaks, Maple Grove, New Brighton, Plymouth, Woodbury and Stillwater. They offer American Income Life's products and services. - June 28, 2012 - The Deley Group
Bill Duggins, CFP®, CPA, AIF® Once Again Receives Orange Coast Magazine's Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Bill Duggins, CFP®, CPA, AIF®, founder of Duggins Financial, an independent boutique firm specializing in investment management for private clients and retirement plan consulting to corporations, has been listed in the April 2012 issue of Orange Coast magazine as a Five Star Wealth Manager. - June 28, 2012 - Duggins Financial
Home Health Care Costs Remain Level Reports Long Term Care Insurance Association
The hourly cost for home health care services remained level across the nation reports the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Majority of policyholders receive benefits for home health care. - June 28, 2012 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Death of Long Term Care Insurance Industry? LTC Tree Launches LTC Summer Series on Why That's Not the Case.
Three major insurance giants have exited the individual Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) market in the past 24 months, and many in the media have begun to speculate that the industry is on life support. As Twain once mused after his obituary was prematurely published in a New York newspaper, “The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.” LTC Tree gives the rational side of why LTCI is here to stay in a new LTC Summer Series featured on its website. - June 27, 2012 - LTC Tree
Motorcycle Accidents/Fatalities on the Rise as Revealed in New Study
Over a seven year period, the yearly number of motorcycle deaths increased from 3,000 to 5,000 in the last decade. Safety gear and helmets in particular have been proven to help prevent injury and death to riders. - June 27, 2012 - InsuranceProviders.com