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How to Choose the Right Insurance Products to Sell as an Independent Agent
One of the first and most consequential decisions an independent insurance agent makes is deciding which products to sell. Get this right…
Fixed Indemnity Health Insurance: What It Is and Who It’s For
If you’ve ever looked at a medical bill and wondered why your health insurance didn’t cover more, you’re not alone. Even people…
How to Build the Right Supplemental Benefits Package
Each product does something specific and does it well. Fixed indemnity covers everyday medical costs. Critical illness provides a lump sum during…
Supplemental Benefits Explained: A Guide for Associations
Associations exist to create value for their members. Advocacy, networking, education, member-only discounts and industry representation are the traditional pillars. But increasingly,…
How to Position Direct Primary Care to Your Clients
Direct Primary Care (DPC) is one of the most talked-about models in healthcare right now—and one of the least understood by the…
Short-Term Medical Insurance: Pros, Cons, and Real Scenarios
Short-term medical insurance, also known as Short-Term Limited Duration Insurance (STLDI), offers lower premiums, faster enrollment, and flexible coverage terms—but it doesn’t…
How Short-Term Medical Insurance Works: A Complete Guide
Short-term medical (STM) insurance provides temporary health coverage for individuals in coverage gaps—typically lasting 1 to 36 months depending on the state.…
Do I Need Supplemental Insurance? How to Know If Extra Coverage Is Worth It
You likely need supplemental insurance if your major medical plan has a high deductible, if you’d struggle to cover $2,000–$5,000 in unexpected medical expenses, or if…
NextStep Health Provides Agents’ Customers with Concierge-Style Primary Care
New Direct Primary Care product aligns with agent needs and upcoming HSA legislation Premier Health Solutions has launched NextStep Health, a flexible,…
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