AM Best Affirms Mutual of Omaha’s Financial Rating

AM Best Affirms Mutual of Omaha’s Financial Rating AM Best performed their annual rating committee review on Mutual of Omaha and affirmed our financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) with a stable ratings outlook. The ratings reflect Mutual of Omaha’s balance sheet strength, which A.M. Best categorizes as very strong, as well as our strong operating performance, favorable business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management. Mutual of Omaha’s favorable business profile is anchored by its diversification of products and our multiple distribution channels leading to our capitalization level being very strong and considered favorable relative to our peers. For more
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Categories: Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Dental, Disability Income Insurance, Industry News, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care, Medicare Supp./Adv., and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

NGL’s A (Excellent) Rating Affirmed by AM Best

National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is pleased to announce AM Best has affirmed its A (Excellent) rating effective May 25, 2023. This rating reflects the excellent ability of NGL to meet its ongoing insurance policy and contract obligations and further attests to its financial strength. “We are proud to have our A rating affirmed and to be recognized for NGL’s strong capital position and operating results. It is great news for our 1.2 million policyholders* and their families. NGL’s rating further exemplifies our commitment to being a leader in the insurance industry and growing our Preneed market share as
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Categories: Industry News, Long-Term Care, and National Guardian Life.

AM Best affirms Thrivent’s A++ rating

AM Best affirms Thrivent’s A++ rating AM Best recently affirmed our A++ (Superior) rating as well as our stable outlook. This is the highest possible rating from the agency. In its review of Thrivent, AM Best recognized our organization for continuing to maintain its balance sheet strength, strong operating performance, favorable business profile and very strong enterprise risk management. In short, Thrivent is strong and stable. We’re here to help our clients achieve financial clarity, enabling lives full of meaning and gratitude. Learn more   AM Best affirms Thrivent’s A++ rating   #goldencareagent #thrivent #ltc
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Categories: Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Thrivent.

S&P Rating Affirmation

S&P Global has re-affirmed Mutual of Omaha’s A+ (Strong) rating with a stable ratings outlook. The A+ rating is the second highest of 16 ratings issued by S&P Global, which assesses overall financial strength and ability to meet ongoing obligations to policyholders. S&P cited our brand recognition, strong Medicare Supplement positioning and solid capital redundancy as strengths supporting the rating. You can continue to feel confident placing your business with a company known for strength, stability, and financial security!   If you have any questions, please contact Sales Support at (800) 693-6083 or e-mail sales.support@mutualofomaha.com.   S&P Rating Affirmation  
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Categories: Critical Illness, Disability Income Insurance, Industry News, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care, Medicare Supp./Adv., and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

AM Best Reaffirms Mutual of Omaha’s A+ (Superior) Rating

AM Best Reaffirms Mutual of Omaha’s A+ (Superior) Financial Strength Rating OLDWICK – FEBRUARY 03, 2022 10:09 AM (EST) AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” (Superior) of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and its subsidiaries, United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, Companion Life Insurance Company (Hauppauge, NY) and United World Life Insurance Company. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IR) of “a” (Excellent) on Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company’s existing surplus notes. The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. The
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Categories: Industry News, Life Insurance, and Mutual of Omaha (& Affiliates).

Thrivent’s A++ rating affirmed

AM Best affirms Thrivent’s A++ (Superior) rating with stable outlook Rating reflects Thrivent’s strong business profile and operating performance despite the headwinds of 2020, along with efforts to grow and serve its clients AM Best announced it has affirmed Thrivent’s A++ (Superior) rating as well as its stable outlook. The A++ (Superior) rating is the highest of the agency’s 16 ratings categories. In its review, AM Best recognized Thrivent for continuing to maintain its balance sheet strength, strong operating performance, favorable business profile and very strong enterprise risk management. In addition, the agency noted Thrivent’s high-quality capital structure, which utilizes
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Categories: Industry News, Long-Term Care, and Thrivent.

Product changes clarification and past due policies reporting

Product changes clarification and new past due policy reporting Clarification: Updates to Final Expense portfolio On May 1, 2021, Great Western Insurance Company (GWIC®) adjusted the Final Expense product portfolio. The only change that was made to the Guaranteed Assurance (Guaranteed Issue) product was the chargeback period on deaths is now 12 months. The Assurance Plus (First-day coverage) product’s changes are: The minimum age was changed from age 40 to age 50. The minimum face amount increased to $2,500. The chargeback period on deaths was changed to 12 months. View past due policies Previously named the Submitted and Pending Dashboard,
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Categories: Great Western, Industry News, and Life Insurance.

Remember to enter effective dates in MyEnroller

Remember to enter effective dates in MyEnroller When you’re enrolling clients through Great Western Insurance Company’s (GWIC®) electronic application program, MyEnrollerSM, please remember to enter effective dates to make sure clients are not charged more than once in the first month. If an insured has requested a specified draft date, you have the ability in MyEnrollerSM to select a specific date — from the 1st through the 29th — to withdraw the premium every month. If a specified draft date is not selected, the default draft date will be the day of the effective date. Premiums are drafted in the
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Categories: Great Western, Industry News, and Life Insurance.

GWIC Commission Schedule Reminder

Thank you for selling Great Western Insurance Company’s (GWIC®) Final Expense. Your continued support is appreciated. GWIC is committed to the Final Expense market and providing quality products to clients. After completing a thorough review of the Final Expense product, we have decided to change the commission chargeback rule in the event of death. If the death of the policyowner occurs within the first 12 months of the policy being issued, 100% of commissions will be charged back. In accordance with your Agent Agreement and Commissions Schedule, GWIC will apply the changes to the chargeback rule on May 1, 2021.
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Categories: Great Western, Industry News, and Life Insurance.

GWIC updates Final Expense portfolio

GWIC updates Final Expense portfolio On May 1, 2021, Great Western Insurance Company (GWIC®) will adjust the Final Expense product portfolio. What is changing The minimum age on the Assurance Plus product will change from age 40 to age 50. The minimum face amount will increase to $2,500 on the Assurance Plus product. The chargeback period on deaths will now be 12 months on both Assurance Plus and Guaranteed Assurance products. Updated Agent Field Guide Manual is now available The “Agent Field Manual: Final Expense Whole Life” has been updated to align with the new changes. Click here to view
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Categories: Great Western, Industry News, and Life Insurance.