How to close the LTC insurance gap
Alternatives to costly standalone long-term care insurance include hybrid life policies with an LTC rider, extended premium payment periods and annuities.
Brokers
Aon-Willis Towers Watson $30 billion megadeal signals ‘wake-up’ call for brokers, advisers
The newly combined “powerhouse” will be a rival for Marsh & McLennan, which had been the top name in that sector in terms of revenue.
Alera Group expands New England presence with benefits brokerage buy
This marks the firm’s 77th deal since its inception in 2017.
Insurance industry M&A hits six-month high
A total of 665 transactions have closed in the past 12 months alone, according to new data.
Virtus buys Cobbs Allen benefits practice as industry M&A grows stronger
Interest on the buy side and an inventory of potential sellers is keeping acquisition activity high in the space.
USI plans organic growth with third reported acquisition
The brokerage's acquisition of Employee Benefit Concepts is just latest of the firm's reported mergers this year.
Zywave M&A heats up with RateFactory buy
The acquisition equips Zywave with the industry’s only carrier-direct, multi-line small group quoting system serving brokers.
Brokers would have to reveal fees, incentives under new legislation
This move addresses “the absolute lowest hanging fruit” when it comes to fixing the health insurance market, one expert says.
Benefits Think Advisers shouldn’t lose sight of vision benefits
These offerings are a strategic recommendation that can fortify the relationship between a broker and their client.
David Karlin
National Vision Administrators
Benefits Think 3 ways to stand out ahead of open enrollment season
Advisers who spend time auditing sales strategy and finding ways to stand out can lead to new business before open enrollment.
Alex Tolbert
BerniePortal
Alera Group completes 10th acquisition this year
Brokerages will likely keep acquiring to diversify both their product portfolio and customer base.
Insurance brokerage M&A not slowing down
Deals in the first quarter were led by Patriot Growth Insurance Services with 18 total acquisitions.
OneDigital completes largest acquisition in company history
The brokerage has acquired Northwestern Benefit for an undisclosed amount in its fifth deal this year.
Aon says it’s no longer pursuing Willis Towers acquisition
Aon said it was in the early stages of exploring an all-share tie-up with Willis Towers after there were reports of the potential plan.
Aon considers all-share bid for $24 billion rival Willis Towers
Aon is considering a combination with rival insurance brokerage Willis Towers Watson, in what could be the industry’s largest ever merger.
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Ed Hammond
OneDigital acquires Veritas Risk Services
The brokerage says it plans to continue expanding over the next one to two years.
Insurance brokerage M&A picks up speed
Mergers and acquisitions in the insurance industry hit an all-time high last year — and is showing no sign of slowing down.
Insurance brokerage M&A picks up speed
Mergers and acquisitions in the insurance industry hit an all-time high last year — and is showing no sign of slowing down.
Benefits Think Broker tips for selling to HR
More brokers are adopting HR technology as a part of their value proposition alongside their professional benefits and compliance consulting.
Alex Tolbert
BerniePortal
Alera Group acquires Bailey & Co.
Insurance company adds to its growing collection of benefit firms by purchasing Ohio-based firm.
