Progressive think tank proposes plan to lower health care costs
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SPECIAL FEATURE
Following the fiduciary standard when discussing Medicare
Because Medicare decisions directly impact cash flow, risk exposure and retirement stability, you must adopt a fiduciary mindset. Read More
From The Field
How carriers and agents can close the appetite gap
A costly friction runs through the insurance distribution channel.
Advisors must lead the policy risk conversation
Retirement planning has always involved contemplating uncertainty.
New $6K deduction could provide tax planning window for retirees
Following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, eligible retirees may face a lower tax bill in the coming years.
ADVISOR NEWS
Health-related costs are the greatest threat to retirement security
While financial and retirement planning discussions have long focused on market volatility, inflation, and economic downturns, new research shows Americans are far more concerned about the financial impact of health-related risks in retirement.
- The $25T market opportunity in mid-market and mass-affluent households
- Gen X more anxious than baby boomers about retirement
- Taxing trend: How the OBBBA is breaking the standard deduction reliance
- Why advisors can’t afford to delay succession planning
- 6 in 10 Americans struggle with financial decisions
NEWSWIRES
Families worry their fragile peace could be at risk with Medicaid cuts
Leisa and Kent Walker sped home as soon as they got the call. They pulled up to their new Ottumwa home right as the fire department came careening down the drive, sirens wailing. Standing outside was their 11- year-old son, Sam, and his caregiver— blackened from head to toe in soot.
- More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show
- Anthem again pays restitution, fine over Virginia claims delays
- SENATE COMMITTEE PASSES BIOMARKER TESTING COVERAGE BILL ACS CAN URGES FULL SENATE TO FOLLOW SUIT
- Commissioners approve independent contractor agreements for several companies
- NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP OF INSURANCE BROKERS AND ITS FORMER SUBSIDIARY AGREE TO PAY OVER $160 MILLION FOR AFFORDABLE CARE ACT ENROLLMENT FRAUD SCHEME
Annuity News
CT commissioner: 70% of policyholders covered in PHL liquidation plan
Interim Connecticut Insurance Commissioner Joshua Hershman estimates that about 70% of PHL Variable Insurance Co. policyholders... Read More
Life Insurance News
New individual life premium hits record-setting $17.5B in 2025
Total new annualized premium exceeded $17.5 billion in 2025, up 10% year over year, according to LIMRA’s individual life insura... Read More
Health/Employee Benefits News
Navigator cuts leave Americans with less help to find Obamacare plans
CINCINNATI — For four years, Kimberly Dudley has worked on the front line of the Affordable Care Act as a navigator, helping Oh... Read More
Virginia orders rate cuts for 16 Aflac policies
As a result, Aflac— American Family Life Assurance Co.— is cutting premium rates on 16 different policies by as much as 35%, it... Read More
Virginia insurance regulators order rate cuts for several Aflac policies
As a result, Aflac— American Family Life Assurance Co.— is cutting premium rates on 16 different policies by as much as 35%, it... Read More
U.S. Health Insurers Rally As Medicare Advantage Payments Jump Beyond Expectations
The unexpected CMS rate hike eases pressure on insurer margins and signals potential stability in Medicare Advantage coverage f... Read More
The Fed, Congress, and the President: The Constitutional Authority to Make Money
Yves here. As Yogi Berra is claimed to have said, “In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice, ... Read More
Federal Reserve official sees possible rate hike
WASHINGTON- A top Federal Reserve official said Monday that an interest rate hike could be appropriate if inflation remains per... Read More
Property and Casualty News
JOINT RELEASE: LAWMAKERS UNVEIL LEGISLATION TO MAKE PROPERTY INSURANCE MORE AFFORDABLE
The following information was released by the Colorado Senate Democrats:. DENVER, CO Today Senator Kyle Mullica, D- Thornton, S... Read More
WHY TITLE INSURANCE IS YOUR BEST FRIEND WHEN BUYING A HOME IN PHILADELPHIA
The following information was released by the office of the Mayor of Philadelphia:. James P. Leonard, Esquire Department of Rec... Read More
Illinois inches closer to reining in excessive car insurance premiums
That principle is at the heart of the "Driving Change" legislation our office is championing in Springfield, which wo... Read More
Insurance & Financial Fraud
Wisconsin releases enforcement actions for March
The Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance recently released a list of administrative actions for March. The actions... Read More
Broker Charged With Insider Trading And Obstruction Of Justice
The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release:. United States Attorne... Read More
Crypto Firm Goliath Ventures Files for Bankruptcy After CEO Arrested Over $328M Ponzi Scheme
TLDR Goliath Ventures filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the Southern District of Florida Founder Christopher Delgado was arres... Read More
