Approximately 70% of older adults need some type of long-term care after the age of 65. And it’s not just for seniors. Young and middle-aged people who have been in severe accidents or who suffer from major illnesses may also need long-term care. Most people don’t realize that 40% of people who receive it are under the age of 65. Continue reading →

There are over 100 million professionals on LinkedIn. Potentially, any one of them could be a customer of yours—as everyone needs insurance of some type. LinkedIn is a valuable business resource for insurance agents, but it’s often under-utilized. If you’re just putting up a profile, sitting back, and waiting for the results to come in, you’re not doing enough. Continue reading →

There are hundreds of online insurance continuing education providers out there—and some are better than others at what they do. Here are a few hints on how to pick a good insurance CE provider online—and how to be sure you’re getting the most out of your continuing education. Continue reading →

Every agent must take a certain number of hours of insurance continuing education courses to maintain their license. For the most part, how you do it is up to you—and there are both online and traditional continuing education courses available. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of both types of courses. Continue reading →

Despite the difficult economy—under which pretty much every industry has suffered—going into insurance is still a relatively stable career choice. That’s because everyone needs insurance—both individuals and businesses, for a wide range of purposes. If you’re looking to get into the insurance industry, here’s how to get started. Continue reading →