Category Archives: Finance Guide

“The insured is our enemy; depreciation our friend.” On the first day of class at the most prestigious school of insurance in the country, a student wrote this phrase on the chalkboard. Everything was erased by the instructor at the end each day except for that phrase. Many insurance holders who have legitimate claims and are honest and […]

Offering mortgage insurance is one of the most popular marketing strategies that insurance agencies and companies use to help their agents make money quickly. Mortgage insurance should, in theory, be a simple sale for insurance agents. There are few people today who don’t have large mortgages on their homes. This is the most significant monthly expense for families […]

American culture assigns the car we drive as a part of our personality. It defines our values, our style and, to a certain extent, our eccentricities. It’s why Corvette owners make friendly gestures to one another and why everyone wants to take a closer look at the Hummer driver. The car we drive determines how much car […]

You will likely be asked to show proof of Public Liability Insurance if you plan on providing mobile disco services. Public hire and hotel venues can determine the amount of indemnity needed. It’s worth researching the area where you intend to provide service to get an idea of the ‘PLI’ required. Although “PLI” is not […]

Imagine 100,000 potential clients eager to hear about your communication skills in the insurance industry. You can connect with many clients by joining 10 LinkedIn Groups. A list of 100,000 potential prospects and suspects would cost $70,000 if you bought it at $70/thousand. This list also includes the complete personal and business files of each member, along […]

We compiled this list in the spirit of Thanksgiving. It includes 10 reasons to be thankful for your insurance career. It can be easy to forget how great this industry is, even if it’s your only one. 10. Wonderful Vacation Time Prior to working in insurance, I used to get one to two weeks off each year. Insurance […]

Credit unions differ from banks in that they aren’t insured by the FDIC; instead, their protection falls to another entity: The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). NCUA insurance covers accounts of up to $250,000 per account owner across checking, savings and money market accounts; traditional and Roth IRAs as well as Keogh retirement accounts are […]

Before purchasing an individual health plan from either your employer or independently, there are a number of important questions you need to ask yourself before making your choice. Your coverage should meet the needs of you and your loved ones and have an affordable monthly premium. Understanding what the policy covers and costs is also […]

Health insurance provides essential financial protection against planned and unexpected medical care needs. Find an option that meets both your budget and needs. Your income-dependent coverage options for Medicaid and Child Health Plus could include either selecting a private plan from the Marketplace, or applying for public coverage such as Child Health Plus through Medicaid. […]

When renting a car, car rental companies usually ask whether you want to purchase insurance through them. Although purchasing this policy might seem beneficial, it’s also essential that you understand exactly what coverage it provides. Your personal auto insurance should typically provide cover for rental cars; however, there may be exceptions. Liability Coverage Renting a […]