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Are You Eligible for Medicare Once You Retire??

For many people, turning 65 means becoming eligible for Medicare. However, not everyone will qualify at 65, and there are some factors that can influence your eligibility. In addition to being the appropriate age, you must have worked and paid Social Security taxes for at least 40 quarters (10 years). If you are retiring before 65, you may or may not be able to qualify for Medicare. Here is some basic information you may want to discuss with a Medicare health insurance broker. When Will I Qualify for Medicare? For many people, retiring at 62 is often the best option. However, if you want to qualify...

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Health insurance and other benefits form a key part of the compensation package most employers offer their workers. In some cases, providing insurance is required by law. However, many organizations employ at least some part-time team members. While you do not need to offer these employees the same benefits as full-time staff, you may want to consider doing so anyway. The Rules Regarding Part-Time Employee Benefits Under the current rules, governed mostly by the Affordable Care Act, employers with at least 50 full-time equivalent employees must offer health insurance to all workers who work at least 30 hours per week (making them full-time). Anyone who works...

What You Need to Know About Sublimity Insurance Leaving Oregon

As some of you may have heard, Sublimity Insurance, a well-loved Oregon-based insurance company, has made the tough decision to step back from offering...

Navigating Group Health Insurance Policies

Health insurance plans each have their own rules, benefits and drawbacks. These can be tricky enough to work out when you're buying health insurance for just yourself, but when you're looking for a plan to provide employee benefits, a...

China financial regulator continues to promote Hong Kong for catastrophe bonds

China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the financial industry regulatory agency under the State Council of the People’s Republic, is continuing to promote Hong Kong as a venue for insurers and reinsurers to sponsor catastrophe bonds.Speaking at a conference...

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Employee Burnout, defined as a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress, has reached unprecedented levels globally and in Singapore, unsurprisingly. The state of physical...

EEOC Guidelines on COVID-19 Vaccines

Save as PDF On December 16, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its first direct guidance for employers regarding COVID-19 vaccines. The EEOC is...

MS Amlin and HSZ Group target growth in 5th link up on 2025 Phoenix sidecar

International insurer and reinsurer MS Amlin has now launched the capital raise for the 2025 edition of its Phoenix reinsurance sidecar, and with the...

Supreme Court Blocks OSHA COVID-19 Mandate

Save as PDF In a 6-3 decision today, the U.S. Supreme Court has blocked the enforcement of OSHA’s emergency temporary standard (ETS) related to COVID-19...

Your Guide to Health Insurance Terminology: Deductibles

Deductibles in health insurance are a set amount you’ll have to pay for healthcare annually before your insurer begins paying for your healthcare expenses....

ACA Health Insurance Family Glitch Addressed

The intention of the Affordable Care Act was to increase the affordability of health care and reduce the number of people who had no health care coverage due to cost. Like all large pieces of legislation, however, the ACA...

Affordable Health Insurance for Small Businesses via Covered California

Finding health insurance for your small business can be a daunting task, but Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) offers a solution that is flexible, cost-effective, and easy to manage. This state-sponsored service provides high-quality health and dental coverage...

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Empire Life Blog The Unprecedented Scope and Investment Opportunity of the Fourth Industrial Revolution

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Not a sign of doom and gloom if 2024 isn’t a record year for cat bonds: Brad Adderley, Appleby

Speaking with Artemis, Brad Adderley, Partner at global law firm Appleby, emphasised that while 2024 may not be a record year for catastrophe bond...

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Bogle Agency Insurance – 2024 Best Practices Agency

   Bogle Agency Insurance, Lyndhurst NJ, has been named a “Best Practices Agency” for 2024. This marks the 22nd consecutive year that we have done so, and we join an elite group of independent insurance agencies nationwide. The “Best Practices...

You Charged Me for What? Top 5 Hidden Costs in an Employee Benefits Plan

Uncover Hidden Fees: Discover the top five hidden costs in employee benefits plans that are driving up healthcare expenses without employers even realizing it.  Roundstone’s Transparency: Understand how Roundstone’s transparency can help you minimize these hidden fees and choose the...

Tornado Damage During Hurricanes: Navigating the Deductible Dilemma

Note: This guest post is by Frederick “Beau” Kron, an Independent Adjuster, Trainer, Appraiser & Umpire. He has written this post as an Independent Adjuster and not on behalf of the IAUA. Opinions expressed are solely his own and...

Contractors All Risk Insurance Cost: Top Insights 2024

Contractors all risk insurance cost is a crucial factor for any construction business in Florida. This coverage protects against unexpected events on a construction site, reducing the financial burden of unfortunate incidents. Key aspects of contractors all risk insurance...

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Last Updated on March 17, 2021 by adminTemporarily Closed Holiday Letting Properties – Updated 17th March 2021We appreciate the significant impact that government measures to control the spread of the coronavirus is having on all businesses, not least self-catering...

Fire safety regulations for holiday homes in England and Wales

Last Updated on June 11, 2024 by adminFull length, written fire risk assessments, covering all aspects of fire safety, have become a legal requirement for properties offering sleeping accommodation to paying guests from the 1st October 2023. This means...

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Make yourself visible no matter the time of day.   The pandemic, rising fuel prices and climate change concerns – along with improved battery technology and e-bike options – have combined to create a...

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Allstate Files Patent Application For “Insurance VR Simulator”

Virtual reality, or VR for short, may have some limited applications outside of video games and entertainment, but major US insurer Allstate Insurance Company believes there is potential in the technology for use in the insurance industry. Last week...

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Last Updated on November 19, 2021 by adminBoshers has donated its £3,750 grant from Ecclesiastical Insurance to The 2 Minute Foundation. The funding will help achieve their aims to see a world without plastic litter and pollution and to...

New Jersey Doesn’t Require Boat Insurance. Get it Anyway.

“The boat is safer anchored at the port, but that is not the aim of boats.”― Paulo Coelho, The Pilgrimage   Did you know that you are not required to have boat insurance to operate a vessel on the water in...

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If you are able, take photos to document circumstances of the accident.   Your first instinct after a car accident may be to call for help. Do you have a plan for what comes next?...

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Your agent is best positioned to advise you when they have all the facts.   Your local independent insurance agent is prepared to create a personalized coverage plan tailored to meet your and your family’s...

Navigating Group Health Insurance Policies

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China financial regulator continues to promote Hong Kong for catastrophe bonds

China’s National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA), the financial industry regulatory agency under the State Council of the People’s Republic, is continuing to promote Hong Kong as a venue for insurers and reinsurers to sponsor catastrophe bonds.Speaking at a conference...

Supplies to Have on Hand for a Power Outage

Power outages can be extremely inconvenient and at times scary. Keeping on top of a simple stockpile can help make all the difference when an emergency strikes. In most cases, a blackout can be temporary. When storms hit, they can...

Understanding Disability Insurance NJ

Disability insurance may not be a topic that comes to mind often, but it plays a vital role in safeguarding your financial security. Unexpected health challenges or accidents can happen to anyone, causing a significant impact on your ability...

DIY Alternatives: Creating a Savings Account Instead of Buying Pet Insurance

“This post may contain affiliate links, if you click a link we may earn a commission if you purchase from that merchant.” As pet owners, we all want the best for our furry friends. We provide them with love, attention,...

June is Men’s Health Month

June is Men's Health Month, a time to focus on the well-being of men and promote healthy habits. It's concerning that inactive men are sixty percent more likely to suffer from depression than those who exercise regularly. Men have...

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Frandsen Bank & Trust has a special loan offer for medical professionals living in Minnesota and Wisconsin. This physician loan is great because...

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If you’re dealing with a wet basement or a soggy lawn, you might want to look into installing a French drain. While it’s not necessarily a “quick fix,” a French drain can be a smart investment to keep your...

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EZlynx is an innovative and trusted insurance agency software that offers all-in-one insurance solutions by integrating agency management system, comparative rater, reporting, and customer portal. EZlynx helps to streamline the insurance workflow process and manage the end-to-end policy lifecycle....

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Podcast: Play in new window | Download We had a really good run with the stock market over the past 10+ years. It seemed like the market was on a nonstop race to higher and higher levels. In fact, many...

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Highlights Today’s CFOs need a more diverse skill set than ever before. Books written by leaders in both the financial and leadership industries can help you stay up to date on the latest industry trends and best practices. The pieces selected here...

Empire Life Blog Semi-Annual Update with Paul Holba, Senior Vice-President and CIO

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