ShelterPoint is Now Part of Protective

ShelterPoint is Now Part of Protective

Acquisition Will Position Leading Carrier in the Paid Family & Medical Leave Space for Long-Term Growth - November 01, 2024 - ShelterPoint

Last Minute Travel Discounts Promoted by Association

Several last minute travel deals that can save seniors more than 50% have just been announced by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "These are some fabulous cruises and we know that seniors like to travel and also to save," states Jesse Slome, director of the... - October 31, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

2025 Tax Deductible Limits Long-Term Care Insurance

The IRS has announced increased 2025 tax deductible limits for long-term care insurance according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Tax deductibility of tax-qualified long-term care insurance premiums remains one of the best kept secrets in financial planning,”... - October 30, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

New Short-Term Care Insurance Has Some Attractive Features Commends AALTCI

The latest short-term care insurance policy introduced to the public offers several things that will make it attractive to both consumers and agents reports Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "There are a number of reasons why I've been a long-time... - October 09, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Latest Disability Rate After Age 65 Shared by Long-Term Care Insurance Association

Almost half of Medicare beneficiaries have either one or two disabilities according to data shared today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). "The disability risk among seniors is important information for two reasons," explains Jesse Slome, had of the... - September 22, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Latest Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Data Provides Insights Reports AALTCI

Latest Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Data Provides Insights A just-published report from the Connecticut Partnership for Long-Term Care Insurance can provide some valuable insights explains Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "Connecticut remains... - September 18, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Year End Savings Can Save Seniors Thousands on Overseas Travel Plus Association Discount

Travel is on the rise in 2024. However, some segments of the travel industry are still recovering from the significant downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, there are some significant bargains available for those able to book last minute 2024 travel. The savings can be especially... - September 11, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Promotes Rachel Winkelmann

Winkelmann to serve as primary liaison between the growing company and its carrier underwriters. - August 14, 2024 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Jeffrey Wasco Joins ShelterPoint as Executive Vice President – Chief Sales and Marketing Officer

Jeffrey Wasco Joins ShelterPoint as Executive Vice President – Chief Sales and Marketing Officer

Mr. Wasco to step into DeWitt Smith’s role as he retires after an impressive 43-year career in the insurance industry. - August 06, 2024 - ShelterPoint

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Adds Two Team Members

Brittany Gaglioti and Contina Hester join the growing insurance agency. - August 04, 2024 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Women Are More Likely to Need Paid Long-Term Care Services Insurance Association Reports

Just over half of women age 65 and over will need paid long-term care services according to data shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “Women are more likely to need long-term care because they generally live longer lives," explains Jesse Slome,... - July 27, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Kelsey Wyrick

Wyrick brings a wide range of management experience to her new position. - June 27, 2024 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Long-Term Care Insurance Specialists Nationally Should Worry About Washington State Initiative

This November, we will closely watch whether Washington State voters repeal the recently enacted long-term care insurance program declared Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “Washington’s long-term care insurance program started... - June 26, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Policy Purchase to Claim Timeline Data Released

The average individual starts a long-term care insurance claim some 190 months after purchasing their coverage according to new data released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Long-term care insurance provides benefits should you require care in your own home... - May 15, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

New Report Reveals Ages When Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Begin

The vast majority of long-term care insurance claims begin after age 80 according to a new report released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “If you live a long life the chances are very high that you’ll eventually require care,” explains Jesse... - May 12, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Washington Voters Pivotal to Long-Term Care Insurance Future

Washington State became the first state with a mandatory public long-term care insurance program for workers. Workers began seeing monies deducted from their paycheck in July 2023. This November, workers along with all Washington State voters, will have the opportunity to vote on continuing or... - April 27, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Mike Blankenship

Commercial Lines Account Manager has nearly 10 years of insurance experience. - April 18, 2024 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

ShelterPoint to Become Part of Protective

Acquisition will position New York’s leading carrier1 of statutory Short-Term Disability insurance (DBL) and Paid Family Leave for long-term growth. - April 09, 2024 - ShelterPoint

ShelterPoint Announces Leadership Succession

ShelterPoint Announces Leadership Succession

As Richard White transitions to Executive Chairman of the Board, Leston Welsh steps up as CEO of ShelterPoint. - April 04, 2024 - ShelterPoint

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Josh Steinkoetter

Commercial Lines Sales Account Executive brings 20 years of experience to the agency. - March 29, 2024 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Report: Three Long-Term Care Insurance Companies Grew Over Past Decade

Three long-term insurance companies increased the number of covered lives over the past 10 years according to data reported today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Mutual of Omaha, Northwestern Mutual and New York Life all reported more covered lives than a decade... - March 21, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Releases 2024 Short-Term Care Price Index

A 65-year-old female seeking $55,000 of home care benefits would pay $65 in monthly premiums according to the 2024 Short-Term Care Insurance Price Index released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Short-term care insurance is an increasingly viable option for... - March 20, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

The Musuneggi Financial Group Adds Sarsfield as Senior Client Services Associate

The Musuneggi Financial Group Adds Sarsfield as Senior Client Services Associate

Kerri J. Sarsfield joined The Musuneggi Financial Group as Senior Client Services Associate. Ms. Sarsfield brings 27 years of insurance operations, support, and design experience. She will work alongside firm President, Christopher S. Musuneggi and Senior Insurance Advisor, Sam Carlson. The addition continues the growth of the firm enhancing their commitment to holistic financial planning and elevated client service. - March 11, 2024 - The Musuneggi Financial Group

Insurance Agents Selling Annuity Products Have New Leveraged Long-Term Care Options

Agents who have senior clients with fixed annuities should consider converting those annuities into leveraged long-term care annuities suggests Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Slome delivered a special presentation earlier today. “This is a... - March 06, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Expert Shares Annuity Planning Strategy for Seniors

Seniors who own non-qualified annuities are an excellent prospect for agents marketing long-term care planning solutions suggests Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Millions of Americans make annuities part of their retirement strategy, and... - February 25, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

U.S. Long-Term Care Insurance Companies Paid $14B in 2023 Claims

The nation’s long-term care insurance companies paid out a record $14.1 Billion to policyholders on claim in 2023. The data was revealed today in a new report from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “There were over 350,000 individuals who received claim... - January 25, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Costs Remain Relatively Level for 2024

Costs for traditional long-term care insurance coverage are level compared to the prior year according to the 2024 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “In some cases, prices decreased a little compared to the prior... - January 22, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Sallop Insurance Inc. Announces the Promotion of Kara Reynolds to Assistant Vice President

Sallop Insurance Inc. a premier insurance brokerage firm in Boston MA, celebrating its 75th anniversary year in business serving the Healthcare Industry, is pleased to announce that Kara Reynolds has been promoted to Assistant Vice President. Kara began her career at Sallop 17 years ago as a... - January 18, 2024 - Sallop Insurance Inc.

Linked Benefit Long-Term Care Insurance Prices Drop Up to 27 Percent

Costs for linked benefit long-term care insurance coverage are lower than a year ago according to the 2024 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Great news for aging individuals who are thinking about their risk of... - January 11, 2024 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

2024 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index Published

The annual Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index was pre-released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “People have many misconceptions about long-term care insurance and we post data to help them better understand what can be a confusing topic,” states Jesse... - December 29, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance 2024 Tax Deductible Limits Announced

The IRS has announced decreased tax-deductible limits for long-term care insurance for 2024 according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “This is a significant change in practice after yearly increases,” states Jesse Slome, director of the American Association... - November 15, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Makes Awareness Month Banners Available

Banner artwork for agents to use to promote Long-Term Care Awareness Month (November) is being made available by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “This marks the 22nd anniversary for the event that we established to generate heightened awareness among both consumers and... - November 08, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Giovanni Favazza

Favazza named Commercial Lines Risk Management Advisor at one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - July 13, 2023 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Promotes Drew Jaboor

Jaboor to provide computer and software networks support for one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - May 11, 2023 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

2023 Linked Benefit Long-Term Care Insurance Prices Up to 15% Lower Reports AALTCI

Good news for consumers considering long-term care insurance protection. Costs for linked benefit long-term care policies are generally between 10 and 15 percent lower than a year ago according to the annual price index released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance... - March 09, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

2023 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index Released by AALTCI

Costs for long-term care insurance in 2023 show little change from the prior year according to the annual price index released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). "Premiums for buyers are virtually identical to last year; some are actually slightly... - March 08, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Paid Claims Grow in 2022 Reports AALTCI

Long-term care insurance companies paid out a record $13.25 Billion in 2022 according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “Claim benefit payouts for policyholders with traditional long-term care insurance coverage grew from $12.3 Billion in 2021,” reports... - February 17, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

2023 Overseas Adventure Travel Discount Offer Announced by AALTCI Director

A special $1,000 savings has just been promoted to insurance agents and advisors by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. According to Jesse Slome, director of the AALTCI, the special coupon code will enable those booking new land tours or cruises to receive a $1,000 credit. The... - February 13, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Renews MDRT Discount Membership Offer

A special discount for agents joining or renewing their Million Dollar Roundtable membership has been renewed for 2023 by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "The best way to grow long-term care insurance market penetration in the United States is to have as many passionate... - January 22, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Impact of Secure Act and Long-Term Care Insurance Provisions Discussed

The SECURE Act 2.0 was signed into law on December 29, 2022. According to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance one provision contained within the new measure benefits those considering the purchase of LTC insurance. “Any legislative action designed to make long-term care... - January 13, 2023 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Sallop Insurance Inc. Announces the Promotion of Kim Berendt to Assistant Vice President Effective 1/2/2023

Sallop Insurance Inc., a premier insurance brokerage firm in Boston, MA, with over 60 years of experience working in Miscellaneous Healthcare Facilities, Organ and Tissue Procurement/Processing organization(s) and Medical Device Manufacturers, is pleased to announce that Kim Berendt has been... - January 11, 2023 - Sallop Insurance Inc.

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires New Producer

Scott Reed brings more than 20 years of insurance experience to one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - January 06, 2023 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Appoints Commercial Account Manager

Rachel Poteet brings vast sales and management experience to one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - December 21, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Commercial Risk Manager

Keith Goode will handle commercial accounts in Colorado for one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - December 17, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Increase Data Shared by Association

Updated information focused on long-term care insurance rate increases has been shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "Inflation is not the cause of rate increases," cites Jesse Slome, director of the organization. “There are a variety of factors that... - November 10, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Provides Free Awareness Month Banners

National Long-Term Care Awareness Month (November) kicks off next week. To help insurance professionals create awareness the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance is releasing a series of social media banners. "A grassroots effort focused on consumers is vital and that’s why... - October 29, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Receives National Recognition

St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agency named Midwest's "Best Agency to Work For" by Insurance Journal. - October 24, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

Increased Long-Term Care Insurance Tax Deductible Limits Reported by AALTCI

Increased tax-deductible limits for long-term care insurance have been announced for 2023 according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “One of the little-known benefits for certain long-term care insurance is the ability to deduct some or all of the cost during... - October 20, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance Association Releases Awareness Month Logo

November is national Long-Term Care Awareness Month. To support insurance professionals using the month to create awareness, the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance has released the 2022 LTCAM banner. "The month was established in 2001 to create heightened awareness of the... - October 19, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Powers Insurance & Risk Management Promotes Chris Sullivan

Sullivan named Commercial Practice Leader for one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - October 01, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management

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