Transform Your Agency with EZLynx Email Content Assist
This post is part of a series sponsored by EZLynx. For independent agents, crafting the perfect email—whether it’s for a new policyholder, a renewal reminder, or a marketing campaign—can be surprisingly time-consuming. Making sure every message hits the mark can eat into valuable time and quickly become a frustrating drain on productivity. A study by […]
Discover your health care options after Open Enrollment
Published on January 16, 2025 Missed the January 15 deadline for 2025 Marketplace Open Enrollment? Don’t worry—you may still have options for health coverage for the rest of the year. Enroll with a Special Enrollment Period You could be eligible for a to get or change your health coverage if: Your income is within a […]
Allstate completes sale of Employer Voluntary Benefits business
NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 1, 2025 – The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) today completed the sale of its Employer Voluntary Benefits business to StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., (The Standard) for $2.0 billion. “The sale of the Employer Voluntary Benefits business improves the growth opportunities of a highly successful business, creating additional value for Allstate’s shareholders,” said […]
Law firm data breach: insurance insights
The stark reality for legal practices today is this: The sensitive client information you handle makes you a prime target for a law firm data breach. Yet, despite the increasing cyber threat to lawyers, many still rely on insufficient insurance policies that leave them exposed to data breaches when it matters most. In fact, more […]
Transforming MGA and Wholesaler Accounting with Expert Insured’s Tailored Accounting Solution
This post is part of a series sponsored by Expert Insured. Accounting is often one of the most challenging aspects of managing an MGA or wholesaler operation. Built on 15 years of proven use by insurance professionals, Expert Insured’s accounting module was designed with the unique requirements of MGAs in mind. Recently refactored in .NET […]
Stay healthy—use your free preventive benefits
Published on April 17, 2025 All Marketplace plans have free preventive benefits to help keep you healthy and avoid more serious illnesses. Talk with your doctor to figure out which services are right for you. Remember, services are only free if you get them from a provider in your plan’s . What preventive services could I get? […]
Good Works Team Nominees: Allstate and NACDA salute spring student-athletes making a difference
NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 8, 2025 — Allstate and the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) today announced 207 student-athlete nominees for the inaugural Allstate NACDA Good Works Team (Spring), celebrating their leadership beyond sports. This year, the program expanded to honor both male and female student-athletes from all sports and divisions for their […]
Inflation effects & law firm financial management
In recent years, inflation has put extensive pressure on the legal industry. According to our 2024 Legal Risk Index Report, 50% of attorneys now cite inflation as the biggest danger to their firm’s bottom line. And they’re not wrong. From rising overheads to mounting pressure on pricing, firms are feeling a squeeze that’s not likely […]
Enhancing Efficiency with Expert Insured
This post is part of a series sponsored by Expert Insured. In today’s highly competitive insurance market, MGAs and wholesalers require more than just basic management tools. They need intelligent, scalable solutions that streamline operations, enhance accuracy, and enable fast, data-driven decisions. Expert Insured, a platform evolved over 15 years, combines robust Rate, Quote, Bind […]
Are you ready for Open Enrollment?
Open Enrollment for 2025 Marketplace coverage starts November 1. Open Enrollment is right around the corner. Make sure you’re ready. Image Did you: Gather basic information (PDF, 163 KB)? You can fill out your application faster if you’re ready with information like birthdates and Social Security Numbers (SSNs). Check to see if you might save […]