How much regulation is too much?
Congress members weigh in on the ACA and the current system that regulates the insurance industry at the Big I legislative conference.
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Mike Nesper
Mike Nesper
Freelance Writer
Younger workers want in-person education
Generations X and Y prefer an adviser to give retirement information face-to-face rather than searching online, survey finds.
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Mike Nesper
Traveling thousands of miles can lead to thousands in saving
Medical tourism is gaining traction among Americans, and it can be a tool for brokers seeking to keep their self-funded clients health care costs down.
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Mike Nesper
Nearly 9 in 10 would buy DI if employer contributed
Employees of all ages want disability coverage, but rising health care costs, stagnant wages and cost-shifting keep participation rates low.
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Mike Nesper
Helping employers understand the difference between retirement plans
As 403(b) plans look more like 401(k)s, plan sponsors are turning to advisers to help with plan design and administration.
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Mike Nesper
How much does MLR harm brokers?
The decrease in compensation is negligible since the medical loss ratio took effect, study finds, but other industry organizations disagree.
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Mike Nesper
The annuity thats attracting a different type of adviser
Theres room to grow in the investment-only variable annuity space, and educated advisers are the key.
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Mike Nesper
Questions on NAPAs new fiduciary credential answered
NAPAs Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor credential gives advisers a formal means to show they have the expertise needed to serve as a plan fiduciary, or help plan fiduciaries with their responsibilities.
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Mike Nesper
GOP budget proposals call for a repeal of the ACA
Senate Republicans are also seeking a repeal of the medical device tax.
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Mike Nesper
Women look to advisers to overcome specific retirement obstacles
Earning less money and a lack of financial knowledge make saving more difficult for women, who are turning to advisers for help, research shows.
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Mike Nesper
Know whos receiving benefits and if they should be
Controlling rising health care costs is crucial for all employers, and conducting regular dependent eligibility audits can help.
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Mike Nesper
Healthcare.gov significantly more efficient, says CEO
Year two under the ACA saw improved user experience, more choices for consumers and millions of Americans qualified for subsidies, Kevin Counihan says.
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Mike Nesper
Burwell: Insurance industrys expertise is critical
A strong relationship will lead to a better health care system and more informed consumers, HHS secretary says.
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Mike Nesper
Your clients want compliance help now more than ever
Advisers need to stay current on technology regulations to help employers, many of which are using multiple IT systems a strategy that could lead to penalties.
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Mike Nesper
Group pension buy-out sales more than double
Two major deals were responsible for the $8.5 billion in total sales, a LIMRA survey finds.
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Mike Nesper
Delaying SHOP expansion would be detrimental
HSS should extend these plans to employers with fewer than 100 employees as scheduled, Small Business Majority CEO says.
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Mike Nesper
Advisers play new role during tax season
Health coverage is now part of a tax return, and individuals are seeking advice to ensure they file correctly.
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Mike Nesper
Written retirement plans help advisers, clients
Working with a financial adviser doubles the likelihood of outlining a plan and boosts confidence about saving for retirement, LIMRA says.
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Mike Nesper
An in-depth look at King v. Burwell
Supreme Court to hear oral arguments this week in a case challenging the legality of tax credits to purchase health insurance under the ACA.
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Mike Nesper
Congressman calls for delay of health insurance tax
Legislators urge brokers to contact Congress to help shape future policies.
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Mike Nesper