You’re Invited! | TOMORROW! LTC Back to Basics

Special Event! Selling senior insurance, do you avoid LTC conversations because the product confuses YOU as much as it confuses the client? We’re taking it BACK TO BASICS! Regional Director Jon Randall will simplify traditional LTC insurance plans into 3 basic concepts. We’ll help you understand those three things, which covers about 95% of how LTCi policies work! Let us show you how simple LTCi can be!     Register now to reserve your space! Wed, July 13, 2022 2:00 PM  to  2:30 PM CDT           Questions or help registering? Call the GoldenCare Marketing Team at
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Categories: GoldenCare News, Industry News, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

You’re Invited! | Thursday! Mark Goldberg LTC Pro Sales Strategies Part II

Special Event! We’re thrilled to have special guest speaker, Mark Goldberg, on again to share his tried-and-true strategies and sales tips! As a follow-up to his earlier training (June 28th), this presentation will focus on LTCi plan design, taking the insurance application, post-sale & delivery, as well as generating referrals. As an LTCi specialist with over 32 years of experience, Mark’s training presentations will offer unique perspectives and tips you won’t find elsewhere. Don’t miss this exclusive follow-up event!   Register now to reserve your space! Tues, June 27, 2022 11:00 AM  to  11:45 AM CDT        
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Categories: GoldenCare News, Industry News, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

“Long Term Care State Payroll Tax Update”

“Long Term Care State Payroll Tax Update,” BuddyIns   Quote: “This update is intended for our community of LTC planning advocates and insurance practitioners to stay up-to-date on the latest legislative news that we are following at BuddyIns. This is not a comprehensive assessment, so please email us with any news from your neck of the woods.”   LTC Comment, Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform: Thanks to BuddyIns for this update on a question I’m probably asked more than any other: which states are doing what about LTC financing? What all the state initiatives have in
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Categories: Clippings and Industry News.

“As interest rates climb, life-LTC combined insurance premiums decline, expert says”

  “As interest rates climb, life-LTC combined insurance premiums decline, expert says,” by Kathleen Steele Galvin, McKnight’s Senior Living Quote: “Some companies that offer long-term care insurance are reducing their premiums to entice enrollment.  ‘Life insurance and life policies with long-term care benefits are very interest rate sensitive’ Jesse Slome, director of American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance, told the McKnight’s Business Daily. ‘So, when interest rates go up (as they are now doing), it’s common to see policy premiums decrease.’ Indianapolis, IN-based OneAmerica Financial Partners was perhaps the first company to cut prices, partly because of rising interest rates and partly
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Categories: Clippings and Industry News.

“Making Difficult Decisions: Long-term care or keep farming assets?”

  “Making Difficult Decisions: Long-term care or keep farming assets?,” by James Ferguson, RFDTV Quote: “Aging farm families are facing the prospect of making a difficult decision, do they choose long-term care insurance or keep their farm assets? Director of the National Agricultural Law Center, Harrison Pittman spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on if older farmers can do long-term care, some risk management strategies, and their upcoming webinar.”   LTC Comment, Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform: This misleading video suggests Arkansas farmers must choose between buying LTC insurance or losing their farms. Medicaid is not
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Categories: Clippings and Industry News.

“9 Emerging Senior Living Technologies That Will Power the Future of Assisted Living”

  “9 Emerging Senior Living Technologies That Will Power the Future of Assisted Living,” MarTechSeries Quote: “Senior living technology is evolving at lightning speed, and the future of assisted living is all about the small things that make life easier and more enjoyable for residents and team members. Although advanced health care services will always be a top priority, the movement toward an aging population has necessitated design changes in senior care facilities. The goal is to make these facilities more engaging and comfortable for those who live there. Here are nine emerging senior living technologies that will be powering
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Medicare Solutions – Omaha Family of Companies

Medicare Supplement: Upcoming Rate Adjustments View upcoming rate adjustments for various states.   New Medicare Supplement Plans in Nebraska Effective July 21, 2022, you may begin selling new Medicare supplement plans in Nebraska.   Prescription Drug Plans: Ready to Sell 2023 PDP Information Sheet Available Getting ready to sell Mutual of Omaha Rx 2023 Prescription Drug Plans is now easier than ever with our Ready to Sell flyer.   #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha
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Categories: Industry News, Medicare Supp./Adv., and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Great news! Our Med Supp Washington rates are among the lowest

Our Med Supp Rates Shine Brightly Carriers periodically adjust Medicare supplement rates, so we recently shined a light on our rates to see where we stand. You’ll find it abundantly clear that rates on two of our most popular plans, Plans G and N, radiate as among the best in Washington. You better put on your sunglasses before you look at these glowing rates! Carrier Plan G Plan N United World Life Insurance Company $184.00 $130.00 Average of Top Carriers $192.43 $151.65   As of 7/1/22: female, age 67, non-tobacco, lowest zip code area and 12% household discount. See all
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Categories: Industry News, Medicare Supp./Adv., and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Are you using GTL’s Text-to-Chat feature?

Do you have questions or requests for GTL’s Sales Support team and don’t have time to call? Just Text 800-323-6907   Don’t have the time to call or email our Sales Support team with questions? GTL’s new Text-to-Chat is here to help you quickly get answers while you’re on-the-go! Simply text 800-323-6907 if you need product information, have state availability questions, need rates or supplies, or have any other questions! Text to Chat is available only during GTL’s business hours: Monday-Thursday 7AM – 5PM | Friday 8AM – 12PM Thank you for your business!   Need some help? Just text
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Categories: Critical Illness, Guarantee Trust Life, Hospital Indemnity Plan, Industry News, Medicare Supp./Adv., and Short-Term Care.

California Fair Claims Settlement Practices Regulation

California Fair Claims Settlement Practices Regulation The state of California requires that insurers communicate standards for the prompt handling of claims to all individuals that may be in contact with our customers and could receive notice of a claim. On an annual basis, the company’s Chief Compliance Officer must certify compliance with the California Fair Claims Settlement Practices regulations. Although you do not process claims, you play a very important role in supporting the Claims area to meet the standards set by California. This communication is intended to serve as a reminder of the California requirements, which state: Upon receiving
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Categories: Industry News and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).