Are you thinking about selling health insurance? According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, four out of five consumers are now able to get coverage for under $10 a month, and many of them need brokers to assist them in making a decision. Selling health insurance is a rewarding opportunity where you get … Read more
In order to sell ACA health insurance products, you must complete the annual FFM certification. The following guide outlines each step needed to complete the certification. Note: If you already have a CMS Enterprise Portal account, you should not create a new one. Create CMS Enterprise Account Navigate to the CMS Enterprise Portal and select … Read more
The Brokerage has been assisting our partners with retail marketing for over 17 years now. Though it has changed over time, it has remained a reliable source for marketing to Medicare and ACA beneficiaries during the enrollment season and for some agents, it’s a year-round initiative. In this episode, we sat down with Jamie Gaskill … Read more
Our team recently attended the NABIP Capitol Conference in Washington D.C. In this episode, President Mike Smith gives an overview of how current legislation could impact your business in 2023 and beyond. Topics Covered: The Spirit of Independence Award Why you should consider joining NABIP Preservation of the employer tax exclusion Advocating for site neutrality … Read more
Transcript All right, everyone. Well, if you’ve been following along, then you know that today as of publishing, this episode is November 1st, which is the beginning of the open enrollment period for the ACA marketplace. We thought it would be helpful if we share some recent insights gathered by the Kaiser Family Foundation about … Read more
Are you a licensed life and health insurance agent who wants to understand the ins and outs of working with a General Agency? If so, this article is for you! Continue reading to learn why every agent needs a good GA. You can jump around using the links below: The basic definition of General Agency … Read more
Why Consider The Bridge to Medicare Plan? The Bridge to Medicare Plan is a short-term medical insurance solution that can provide coverage until clients are eligible to enroll in Medicare, helping reduce their financial risks so they can enjoy retirement. Features Short-term medical insurance includes hospitalization and professional health services after deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. … Read more
Whether you want to work as an independent insurance agent or as a captive employee, you must be licensed with each state in which you want to sell insurance. Continue reading for a step-by-step guide on how to get your insurance license. You can jump around using the links below: Decide on your insurance products … Read more
Today we take a deep dive into the special enrollment period to gain a better understanding of qualifying life events and better ways to grow your business. Here are some tips and tricks of the trade to better serve your clients during enrollment. Special Enrollment Period: February 15th through May 15th What is the Special … Read more
The 2021 ACA Open Enrollment Period is almost here, and it’s hard to believe we are entering the 8th year! As always, we want you to be as successful as possible, so here are 5 items to mark off your checklist in preparation for the busy ACA selling season. 1. Complete Your FFM Certification This … Read more
October, November, and December are by far the busiest months of the year for Medicare and Health Insurance Brokers. Between sales meetings, in-person appointments, retail booths, and managing referrals, marketing sometimes falls by the wayside. Please don’t wait until things get too busy to schedule your social media posts. I want to give a big … Read more
At CHRISTUS Health Plan, they believe having access to quality medical coverage is a universal right. Affordability paired with optimal care and all-encompassing benefits is what Christus offers individuals and families in Texas and Louisiana via their health insurance exchange plan. Residents from these states, pending their eligibility, qualify for an HMO-style plan designed with … Read more
