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Latest Post: April 21, 2026

What the End of Medicare and CT ACA Commissions Means for Consumers

Sweeping changes are reshaping how Connecticut residents get insurance advice on essential programs like Medicare and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — including how commissions are paid and how these changes affect consumers.  A major part of this shift is that insurers are cutting or eliminating commissions paid to independent...

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May 02, 2022 The Status of Medicare Part B Premiums

President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare Part B alongside Part A in 1965 to establish a new precedent in insurance coverage. When Johnson created the act, it provided insurance for seniors and other groups who had no insurance from an employer. Today, the coverage comes with a standard premium of…

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April 26, 2022 Medicare and Medicare Advantage: The Differences and Values

Medicare and Medicare Advantage offers the patient two essential options that can help them over a long period. Once your employees are 65, they can sign up for a federal health insurance plan to help pay for medical necessities. When preparing for this step, they may want to compare original…

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bundling insurance
April 19, 2022 Bundling Insurance Can Mean More Coverage and Less Cost

Finding the right insurance coverage can be a time consuming and often stressful task. With so many options on the market, it is easy to become overwhelmed. An experienced independent insurance agent can help you compare and identify the right policies among multiple companies. They can also help identify discounts…

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selling your home
April 18, 2022 Fool-Proof Tips for Preparing Your House to Sell

The real estate market has seemingly never been hotter, so it’s no surprise that people are rushing to buy and sell homes. If you fall into the latter category, it’s a great time to cash in on your home’s equity, but there are a few things to do before you…

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operational challenges
April 11, 2022 Nonprofit Operational Challenges to Overcome

Nonprofits commonly have to contend with numerous obstacles. With limited resources to get through hurdles, it can be difficult for nonprofits to address operations management setbacks, advance their missions, and facilitate growth. Being conscientious about the challenges that nonprofits frequently face can help organization’s managers and directors to address them…

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employee benefits
April 04, 2022 A Checklist to Ensure Employee Benefits Compliance

Companies that want their employees to feel appreciated and rewarded can use a strong benefits package to this end. Employee benefits also provide much-needed support for the financial future of an employee and have an impact on an employee’s physical health. While a benefit to the company and its employees,…

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Catalytic converter
March 25, 2022 Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention

What is a catalytic converter? A catalytic converter is an exhaust emission control device that converts pollutants emitted from your car’s exhaust system into less-harmful gases. Why are catalytic converters targets for theft? Fairly easy and quick to remove from the vehicle, catalytic converters are a simple, yet lucrative car…

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life insurance
March 21, 2022 Your Life Insurance Buying Guide

If you’ve been wondering what you need to know before buying life insurance, having a simple guide at your disposal could help make the shopping process easier. Whether you have a pressing desire to purchase an extensive Life Insurance policy or whether you’re simply putting the idea on the table…

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March 14, 2022 Top Risks Facing Nonprofit Board of Directors

Managing a nonprofit requires a unique mix of business savvy, personal compassion, and sharp problem-solving skills. If you possess all of these traits, you may be well-suited to a leadership role in a nonprofit—but you should know, too, that these qualifications aren’t enough. A leader must also have a common…

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