On The Move – November 14, 2023

On the Move

November 15, 2023 Effective Date of Change American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company MYGA AuguStar Fixed Indexed Annuity Orbiter 10 15,000+ Orbiter 10 150,000+ Orbiter 10 Premium Bonus 15,000+ Orbiter 10 Premium Bonus 150,000+ Orbiter 5 15,000+ Orbiter 5 150,000+ Orbiter 7 15,000+ Orbiter 7 150,000+ Orbiter 7 Premium Bonus 15,000+ Orbiter 7 Premium Bonus 150,000+ OrionShield 10 15,000+ OrionShield 10 150,000+ OrionShield 10 Premium Bonus 15,000+ OrionShield…

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Decoding the DOL’s New Fiduciary Rule

Marketing Corner

The Biden Administration announced last week the latest Department of Labor (DOL) amended fiduciary rule proposal that, if adopted, would dramatically impact the way independent advisors do business with any qualified money sales. The DOL’s 800-page “Retirement Security Rule” (available here) is allegedly designed to close loopholes in the current “Best Interest” regulations, including as…

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The SPL Alternative

Marketing Corner

The conversation about long-term care can be difficult. Many people have yet to consider the impact it can have on their retirement. Others simply do not want to accept that a time may come when they can no longer live independently. But the truth is nearly 70% of Americans will need long-term care at some…

On The Move – October 31, 2023

On the Move

Trick or treat! Athene rates have increased!  They have also just announced a .50% bonus commission on FIA’s. We’ve attached fliers with all of the details on rate and commission hikes, but here are just a couple of samples: MYGA rates that will blow away the competition: Indexing options that are second to none: These…

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Long-Term Care Insurance Awareness Month

Marketing Corner

November is Long-Term Care Insurance Awareness Month. Like other “Awareness Month” campaigns (Life Insurance in September and Annuity in June), this presents an opportunity to discuss how a certain solution—in this case, LTC coverage—can fit within your clients’ and prospects’ retirement portfolios. The conversation about long-term care can be difficult. Many people have yet to…

On The Move – October 24, 2023

On the Move

October 25, 2023 – Effective Date of Change Sagicor Life Insurance Company MYGA October 26, 2023 Effective Date of Change American Life Fixed Indexed Annuity American Fusion MYGIA 10,000+ MYGA Oceanview Life and Annuity Fixed Indexed Annuity Harbourview FIA 10 20,000+ Harbourview FIA 10 CA 20,000+ Harbourview FIA 3 20,000+ Harbourview FIA 3 CA 20,000+ Harbourview FIA 5 20,000+ Harbourview FIA 5…

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Unearthing Your Unique Value Proposition

Marketing Corner

Finding and effectively communicating your unique value proposition (UVP) is a vital step towards success. A UVP sets you apart from the crowd and helps potential clients understand why they should choose you as their financial advisor. This should be a succinct statement that defines what makes you, as a financial advisor, different from your…

On The Move – October 17, 2023

On the Move

October 23, 2023 – Effective Date of Change Lincoln Financial Group Fixed Indexed Annuity Lincoln Core Capital 10,000+ Lincoln Core Capital 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 10,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 Advisory 10,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 Advisory 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice® 5 II 10,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice® 5 II 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice® 5 II Advisory 10,000+ Lincoln Covered…

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SSA Announces COLA Increase for 2024

Marketing Corner

The more than 66 million Americans who receive Social Security retirement benefits are set to receive a cost-of-living increase next year. The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced this week a 3.2% COLA boost for 2024. This is significantly lower than last year’s 8.7% increase. The increase will see the average monthly benefit check jump by almost $60…

On The Move – October 10, 2023

On the Move

October 15, 2023 – Effective Date of Change Lincoln Financial Group Fixed Indexed Annuity Lincoln Core Capital 10,000+ Lincoln Core Capital 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 10,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 Advisory 10,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice 5 Advisory 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice® 5 II 10,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice® 5 II 100,000+ Lincoln Covered Choice® 5 II Advisory 10,000+ Lincoln Covered…