Voluntary benefits

Lou Faiola takes relationships to a new level. From carriers to brokers to beneficiaries, his commitment to benefits is apparent to all whose lives he touches.

There is a big difference between price and cost when it comes to disability insurance, writes The Standard's Steve Brady.

The executive benefits market is off and running again after the economic downturn.

Four turnkey solutions to the problem of true benefits engagement.

While it provides peace of mind for employees, some brokers question this non-insurance benefit.

One man is a walking example of the disability insurance he sells — now he wants to reframe how brokers and employees view this benefit.

The amount of coverage has fallen 35% since 2008 financial crisis.

Broker warns offering too many voluntary benefits can lead to decision paralysis.

BFE speaker says lots remain unknow about the ACA’s effect on dental benefits.

Assets in Order launches new voluntary product with online safety in mind.

LIMRA survey shows Hispanics more concerned with their financial situation than the general U.S. population.

Discount program providers pair up to increase their reach.

Coverage remains low for this staple benefit so it’s time to seize the opportunity.

The average American registered an insurance shortfall of $320,000. The gap has widened substantially for Gen Xers since the financial crisis.

Americans may say they want to insure their future, but what they buy doesn’t measure up.

Consumers are likely to turn to their spouses, co-workers and parents for help with benefits decisions – in part because those decisions can affect them, too, and in part because those are the people to whom they most relate.

These plans hold appeal in an unpredictable economy but must be well-designed to avoid employee dissatisfaction.

Altered by the ACA, limited medical plans may actually increase in popularity for some workers.

Just 38% of parents said they’re extremely comfortable talking about insurance, while 55% are fine discussing the intoxicants, according to a survey released today by State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co.

Concerns about finances, fears of unexpected death and more make this ethnic group a potential target for advisers.