ClearCert: New LTCi Training Certification Tool

Effective August 25, 2022, Mutual of Omaha enlisted the services of ClearCert for Long-Term Care training certification requirements. What is ClearCert? ClearCert is an import tool that allows us to track certifications. Training certifications will automatically be uploaded and recorded in the Mutual of Omaha Producer Services system if the vendor they completed the Long-Term Care training through is a ClearCert subscriber. The automated process will ensure a faster turnaround time for both the contracting and underwriting processes and align with state training requirements This new process will apply to all states except the 10 listed below: Connecticut District of
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Categories: Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

The Importance of DI for Self-Employed Clients

Self-employed individuals want to forge their own path. They have control over their schedule and who they want to work with. What they can’t control is when they might become sick or injured and are unable to work, denying them of their livelihood. Help self-employed clients understand how important disability income insurance is to their financial portfolio – after all their income is likely their most important asset. Use our Protecting Self-Employed Individuals Sales Idea to help you position Mutual Income Solutions to these clients. View the Sales Idea: Protecting Self-Employed Individuals.   The Importance of DI for Self-Employed Clients
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Categories: Disability Income Insurance, Industry News, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Flexibility Helps Keep IULs Simple

With Indexed Universal Life policies from United of Omaha, we provide the utmost flexibility. Sure, we offer insurance policies with death benefit, cash value accumulation and tax advantages, BUT did you realize we also offer riders that truly impact clients lives, like: The Guaranteed Refund Option Rider The Long-Term Care Rider, and The Chronic Illness Rider All of these options can help clients with a variety of financial goals find the best solution that suits their unique needs.   If you have questions, please contact Mutual of Omaha’s Sales Support at (800) 693-6083 or sales.support@mutualofomaha.com   Flexibility Helps Keep IULs
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Categories: Industry News, Life Insurance, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Wednesday! | LTCi Pro Sales Strategies Webinar featuring Mike Johnson

Special Event! Learn to sell like the pros in this LTCi – Recipe for a Sale special event! Struggling to initiate the LTC conversation with clients? Having difficulty closing a sale and getting an application taken? LTC Expert Michael Johnson joins us to teach you how to sell like the pros   Wed, Aug 31, 2022 10:00 AM  to  10:45 AM CDT           Questions or help registering? Call the GoldenCare Marketing Team at 800-842-7799! Don’t forget to subscribe to our News Digest for all the latest announcements from the Top Carriers! Check out GoldenCare News  
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Categories: GoldenCare News, Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

GoldenCare Newsletter | August 22, 2022

Read Full GoldenCare Newsletter, August 22, 2022 Edition In this GoldenCare Newsletter Edition From GoldenCare: LTCi Rate Increases: How To Address Consumer Concerns Thurs, Aug 25, 2022 11:00 AM  to  11:45 AM CDT   Diversify your portfolio for greater sales success! Join us for product and sales live and prerecorded training.  Stay up-to-date on the latest products and sales strategies.   We’re making it easier than ever to get a hold of us and have your favorite tools available at your fingertips! Click here to DOWNLOAD our electronic business card, and enter to win a $100 Amazon.com Gift Card!  
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Categories: GoldenCare News, Guarantee Trust Life, Industry News, Long-Term Care, Medicare Supp./Adv., Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates), and National Guardian Life.

You’re Invited! | LTCi Rate Increases: How To Address Consumer Concerns

Let’s face it, LTCi rate adjustments are a tough subject. Older policies weren’t priced as accurately as they are in today’s market, so premium increases are needed. But it can really put a strain on clients’ finances. Many agents have brought their consumer concerns to us, and we’re responding with the best ways to effectively address their concerns. Join us as 25-year industry veteran, Jeff Clark, offers his suggestions and insight. Thu, Aug 25, 2022 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM CDT Register now to reserve your space!     Questions or help registering? Call the GoldenCare Marketing Team at 800-842-7799!
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Categories: GoldenCare News, Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Inforce LTCi Rate Adjustments Effective November 1, 2022

Mutual of Omaha actively monitors our inforce long-term care business, filing rate adjustments when necessary to ensure we keep our promises to policyholders and remain competitive in the marketplace. We will be implementing the following inforce rate adjustments effective November 1, 2022: Impacted Policy Forms Impacted States LTC04G Mississippi, Wyoming LTC04I Mississippi, Washington, Wyoming LTC04I7 Mississippi, Washington, Wyoming LTC09M Mississippi, Washington, Wyoming LTC06UI Mississippi, Washington, Wyoming LTC09U Mississippi, Washington, Wyoming LT50, NH50, HCA, NHA & LTA North Carolina   For details on yearly rate adjustment percentages, view the supplemental grid here. Policyholder Notification Process Policyholders will receive a letter notifying
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Categories: Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

LTCi Advanced Markets Podcast

Listen to the latest Advanced Markets Podcast to hear Stephen Alloy and Corri Campbell discuss the long-term care insurance industry, our cost of care tools, and how we may be entering enter the Golden Age of LTC. Listen now. View the Tools Discussed here: Rising Costs of Long-Term Care Services → LTCi Conversations → If you have any questions, please contact your Mutual of Omaha’s Sales Support at (800) 693-6083 or email sales.support@mutualofomaha.com.   LTCi Advanced Markets Podcast   #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha
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Categories: Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Creating a Critical Advantage Cross-Sell

As you work with clients to create a custom life insurance solution, take advantage of the opportunity to position Mutual of Omaha’s Critical Advantage portfolio products. Learn how this portfolio acts as a complement to the client’s current coverage and how the products can help replace lost income, pay health insurance deductibles, and even cover the cost of household expenses. View the Offer Critical Advantage when Selling Life Insurance Sales Idea.   If you have any questions, please contact your Mutual of Omaha’s Sales Support at (800) 693-6083 or email sales.support@mutualofomaha.com.   Creating a Critical Advantage Cross-Sell   #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha
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Categories: Critical Illness, Industry News, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Get to Know Mutual Income Solutions Underwriting

Mutual Income Solutions℠ Underwriting Our goal is to provide the best possible offer of disability income insurance to help protect your client’s income. Each case is carefully evaluated based on three underwriting criteria: Occupation Depending on your client’s job duties, we’ll designate an occupational risk class. Health A health interview and medical tests may be required depending on the benefits applied for. Income Financial underwriting determines your client’s income in order to set the policy’s maximum monthly benefit. Learn more about Mutual Income Solutions Underwriting in this short video: You can also reach the Mutual Income Solutions Underwriting team for
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Categories: Disability Income Insurance, Industry News, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).