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  The Friday Five for October 30, 2020: New Tax Numbers from IRS for 2021 Walmart sues DOJ Facebook, Google, Twitter, and Section 230 Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2020 Handling Stress During AEP, COVID-19, and an election cycle   Mentioned in this episode:   10 New Tax Number Changes for 2021, for Life and Health Agents IRS Revenue Procedure 20-45 Bud Light’s Ugly Sweater Spiked Seltzer Variety Pack Has Peppermint Pattie And Apple Crisp Flavors Democrats and Republicans agree that Section 230 is flawed Election Stress Getting To You? 4 Ways To Keep Calm Everything Coming to Streaming in November Facebook, Google, Twitter CEOs to tell senators changing liability law will destroy how we communicate online Facebook, Twitter, Google CEOs Testify to Senate: What To Watch For Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas Managing stress using the 4 Rs approach New retirement bill has perks for seniors, student loan borrowers Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2020 Stressed about the election? You’re not alone. How to stay calm ahead of Nov. 3 Tech hearing live updates: Facebook, Google, Twitter CEOs clash with Congress in pre-election showdown Walmart Sues DOJ and DEA Seeking Clarity for Pharmacists in Dispensing Prescription Opioids Walmart sues United State government over opioid case   More episodes you’ll like:   October 23, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for October 23, 2020: COLA legislation to up increase for 2021, Purdue Pharma and DOJ reach settlement, DOJ sues Google for antitrust activity, Whole Foods announces 1-hour grocery pickup, and Black Friday 2020. Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance Need a recap on Medicare compliance this AEP? We break down the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines for insurance agents, including new compliance rules for 2021. We’ll go over what’s allowed — and what’s not — in this updated episode of the ASG Podcast. Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021 Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and Part D industry for 2021! Learn about the improvements coming to these plans and how your clients will benefit from these changes! Staying Compliant Without Compromising Salesmanship If you're feeling overwhelmed by Medicare compliance, then this episode is one you simply must listen to! We've got three easy ways to stay compliant without having to sacrifice time that could be spent selling. Check out our show notes for a special bonus section with links to our compliance resources. Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!) Gaining knowledge through training is more than just a necessity. It’s a strategy that helps you stand out from your competition and grow your insurance business.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Build Rapport Selling Insurance Online Or Over the Phone Don’t let social distancing get in the way of your insurance sales! If you’re trying to foster trust with prospects, we’ve got six tips for building rapport over the phone or online, fast. Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event While events are often a great way to generate leads, holding Medicare educational events during the COVID pandemic is a legal and ethical grey area. What is allowed at seminars for the 2021 AEP? What Does ‘Ready-to-Sell’ Mean for Medicare Agents You have to be “ready-to-sell” with carriers before the Annual Enrollment Period if you want to sell Medicare products for the upcoming plan year, but what does it mean to be “ready-to-sell” Medicare plans?   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Use these steps to sell your next (or first!) cancer insurance policy. Find out how to start the conversation, overcome common objections, and more.   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   1 in 4 cancer survivors is going broke fighting to stay alive 4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch Cancer Facts & Figures 2020 Cost of Cancer Care Reaches Nearly $150B Nationally Every ‘Second’ Counts: Why Sell Cancer, Heart Attack and Stroke Insurance? Financial toxicity: 1 in 3 cancer patients have to turn to friends or family to pay for care High Cost of Cancer Treatment Lifetime Risk of Developing or Dying From Cancer Risk Factors for Cancer Study: Almost half of new cancer patients lose their entire life savings Why Client Retention Should be Your Top Priority Why Critical Illness Insurance Can Breathe New Life into Your Business Why is Cancer Insurance Worth Selling?   More episodes you’ll like:   4 Ancillary Cross-Sales to Show Clients You Care Ready to get started cross-selling? What products can you cross-sell with Medicare? Build up your insurance portfolio with our list of must-have ancillary products! Every ‘Second’ Counts: Why Sell Cancer, Heart Attack and Stroke Insurance? Build a portfolio that shows clients you care. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke insurance plans provide coverage and peace of mind when your clients need it most. Learn How to Cross-Sell Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products Ready to boost your Medicare business? Increase your sales commissions and improve client retention at the same time, all without additional certifications. Learn about the power of cross-selling and how you can get started today! Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products Want to branch out from Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement sales? Learn how ancillary products can help you expand your reach and add more value to your portfolio. Why is Cancer Insurance Worth Selling? How would an unexpected diagnosis affect your clients? Give them peace of mind with coverage that can help ease the stress of cancer treatment. Why You Need to Make Time for Medicare Training (& Where to Find Great Resources!) Gaining knowledge through training is more than just a necessity. It’s a strategy that helps you stand out from your competition and grow your insurance business.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021 Thinking of selling Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans for 2021? Agents and beneficiaries can expect to see six major improvements in several categories associated with the 2021 MA & PDP market: enrollment, affordability, accessibility, value, and plan choice. Keep reading to get all the details! Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event While events are often a great way to generate leads, holding Medicare educational events during the COVID pandemic is a legal and ethical grey area. What is allowed at seminars for the 2021 AEP? Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event Are you considering holding a marketing event to get the attention of more Medicare clients? You’ll need to follow CMS’ rules for hosting sales events.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Gaining knowledge through training is more than just a necessity. It’s a strategy that helps you stand out from your competition and grow your insurance business.   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   2021 Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info Agent Survival Guide Podcast Official Site AHIP Online Courses AHIP News AHIP Research AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification Building Client Loyalty: Most than Just a Plan Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Newsroom Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Research, Statistics, Data & Systems Find Out How Medicareful Works! How to Pitch Medicare Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs) Learn More About Ritter’s Summits Need CE Credits? (AHIP) Ritter Insurance Marketing FREE eBooks and Guides Ritter’s Event Calendar What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines? What is AHIP and Why Do You Need It?   More episodes you’ll like:   5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business. Your Clients May Not Be Automatically Enrolled in Medicare Will your clients be automatically enrolled in Medicare? Maybe not. There's more to Medicare enrollment than your clients may think. And there are a few factors that they should know about prior to turning 65 or retiring. In this episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we cover the ins and outs so you can teach your clients what you expect. Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Prevent Insurance Agent Negligence As an insurance agent, you know by now how important it is to remain compliant. While following the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines should be one of your top priorities, there is something else you’ll want to keep on your radar that you may have not yet considered: preventing insurance agent negligence. Ritter Acquires Maryland-Based Secure Benefits Alliance Ritter Insurance Marketing today announced the purchase of Secure Benefits Alliance (SBA), a Maryland-based health and life benefits agency. In order to expand and strengthen Ritter’s growing footprint, this deal will bring SBA agents into the Ritter fold, providing them with cutting-edge technology and support through Ritter’s service platform. How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for October 23, 2020: COLA legislation to up increase for 2021 Purdue Pharma and DOJ reach settlement DOJ sues Google for antitrust activity Whole Foods announces 1-hour grocery pickup Black Friday 2020   Mentioned in this episode:   3% Social Security boost? $1,200 stimulus checks? How to get needed money to seniors Amazon launches one-hour grocery pickup at all U.S. Whole Foods Stores Emergency Bill Would Raise Social Security COLA to 3% for 2021 Google’s antitrust battles: Here’s what you need to know Google is a search monopoly, Justice Department says in landmark antitrust lawsuit iPhone 12’s four models compared: Differences between iPhone 12, Pro, Pro Max and Mini Justice Department Sues Monopolistic Google For Violating Antitrust Laws OxyContin maker to plead guilty to federal criminal charges, pay $8 billion, and will close company Walmart, Lowe’s have announced Black Friday plans: Here’s how the holiday shopping season is different amid COVID-19   More episodes you’ll like:   October 16, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for October 16, 2020: Medicare Advantage carrier recommendations for 2021, SSA announces COLA for 2021, webinars for insurance agents selling Medicare, ways to quickly relax, and a recap from Apple’s Hi, Speed event. Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance Need a recap on Medicare compliance this AEP? We break down the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines for insurance agents, including new compliance rules for 2021. We’ll go over what’s allowed — and what’s not — in this updated episode of the ASG Podcast. Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021 Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and Part D industry for 2021! Learn about the improvements coming to these plans and how your clients will benefit from these changes! Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Staying Compliant Without Compromising Salesmanship If you're feeling overwhelmed by Medicare compliance, then this episode is one you simply must listen to! We've got three easy ways to stay compliant without having to sacrifice time that could be spent selling. Check out our show notes for a special bonus section with links to our compliance resources.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021 Thinking of selling Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans for 2021? This is the year to give it a try! Here’s why. Get Your Medicare Advantage Sales Contracts Here – Recommendations for 2021 We’re now entering the AEP season, and there’s still an opportunity to contract with competitive plans in your area through Ritter. Agents can view a map of our available carriers and products in your state.  How Much Can Insurance Agents Make Selling Medicare? If you’re considering selling Medicare, you likely want to know how much you can earn from it. We’re covering the basics, including how working with an FMO can affect your commissions, to give you a good idea!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for October 16, 2020: Medicare Advantage Carrier Recommendations for 2021 SSA announces COLA for 2021 Webinars for Insurance Agents selling Medicare Ways to Quickly Relax Recap from Apple’s Hi, Speed Event   Mentioned in this episode:   2021 Social Security Changes (COLA Tables on SSA.gov) 5 Ways to Relax in Under 5 Minutes Facebook Messenger gets a new logo and a fresh design Get Your Medicare Advantage Sales Contracts Here – Recommendations for 2021 iPhone 12 with 5G, HomePod Mini and more: Everything apple just announced Medicareful Affinity Partner Marketing with Jimmy Weber Medicareful Overview with Jimmy Weber Ritter Agent Training & Development Webinar Series Ritter Carrier Map Ritter Insurance Marketing Events Social Security COLA Set at 1.3% for 2021   More episodes you’ll like:   October 9, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for October 9, 2020: Last Chance for a Stimulus Deal?; Walmart will sell Medicare plans this AEP; Clover Health Goes Public; CVSHealth's Aetna MA expansion for 2021; and Apple announces iPhone event. 5 Tips to Make the Most of AEP Kick off AEP with these 5 sales and marketing tips. We want this Annual Enrollment Period to be your most successful season yet! Examining the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works. Navigating Insurance Sales During AEP & COVID AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance Life as an agent before Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is a flurry of contracting and certifying. But there’s another C that’s even more important: Compliance. It’s not just something to consider during the busy season. Get Your Medicare Advantage Sales Contracts Here – Recommendations for 2021 We’re now entering the AEP season, and there’s still an opportunity to contract with competitive plans in your area through Ritter. Agents can view a map of our available carriers and products in your state.  How Much Can Insurance Agents Make Selling Medicare? If you’re considering selling Medicare, you likely want to know how much you can earn from it. We’re covering the basics, including how working with an FMO can affect your commissions, to give you a good idea!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and Part D industry for 2021! Learn about the improvements coming to these plans and how your clients will benefit from these changes!   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020 7 Powerful Practices for Selling Prescription Drug Plans CMS MA and Part D Landscape Files CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape Fact Sheet (released 9/24/2020) H.R.34 – 21st Century Cures Act Official Text Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs Defining the True Value of $0 Premium for Medicare Advantage Plans How to Use the New Medicare Plan Finder & FAQs Medicare Advantage: What Is Changing For Beneficiaries with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) in 2021? Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID Trump Administration Announces Historically Low Medicare Advantage Premiums and New Payment Model to Make Insulin Affordable Again for Seniors Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future   More episodes you’ll like:   October 9, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for October 9, 2020: Last Chance for a Stimulus Deal?; Walmart will sell Medicare plans this AEP; Clover Health Goes Public; CVSHealth's Aetna MA expansion for 2021; and Apple announces iPhone event. 5 Tips to Make the Most of AEP Kick off AEP with these 5 sales and marketing tips. We want this Annual Enrollment Period to be your most successful season yet! Examining the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works. Navigating Insurance Sales During AEP & COVID AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance Life as an agent before Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is a flurry of contracting and certifying. But there’s another C that’s even more important: Compliance. It’s not just something to consider during the busy season. Get Your Medicare Advantage Sales Contracts Here – Recommendations for 2021 We’re now entering the AEP season, and there’s still an opportunity to contract with competitive plans in your area through Ritter. Agents can view a map of our available carriers and products in your state.  How Much Can Insurance Agents Make Selling Medicare? If you’re considering selling Medicare, you likely want to know how much you can earn from it. We’re covering the basics, including how working with an FMO can affect your commissions, to give you a good idea!     Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Kick off AEP with these 5 sales and marketing tips. We want this Annual Enrollment Period to be your most successful season yet!    Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   AHIP Medicare Training How to Market Yourself Effectively How to Prepare for AEP Like a Pro Secure a Bigger, Better, Business with Ancillary Products The Survivor’s AEP Checklist   More episodes you’ll like:   5 Must-Haves for Every Insurance Agent This AEP Are these must-haves part of your strategy for this Annual Enrollment Period? They should be! Listen as we highlight five essentials to simplify your Medicare sales this AEP. Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP Are you prepared to talk about Medicare telehealth benefits this AEP? Whether you call it telemedicine, telecare, or a virtual visit, these benefits are growing in popularity. Learn how your clients can utilize them, which beneficiaries are most likely to access them, and more! How to Survive AEP Get ready to make the most of AEP! We just launched our newest resource page - Surviving AEP - on the Agent Survival Guide Blog. If you want to really thrive this Annual Enrollment season, check it out! We talk AEP prep, AHIP, compliance, and more. There's even an opportunity for a portfolio review. Find "Surviving AEP" online at ritterim.com/aep! Organization Tips and Tricks for AEP Don't get stressed out over AEP, get organized! The Annual Enrollment Period can be a stressful time for insurance agents - but it doesn't have to be for you! Listen to learn tips and tricks to make this AEP go smoother than ever. The Survivor’s AEP Checklist Prepare for AEP with the Agent Survival Guide! The Annual Enrollment Period will be here before we know it! Use our checklist to plan ahead, and you'll be "ready-to-sell" with plenty of time to spare.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Prevent Insurance Agent Negligence As an insurance agent, you know by now how important it is to remain compliant. While following the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines should be one of your top priorities, there is something else you’ll want to keep on your radar that you may have not yet considered: preventing insurance agent negligence. Ritter Acquires Maryland-Based Secure Benefits Alliance Ritter Insurance Marketing today announced the purchase of Secure Benefits Alliance (SBA), a Maryland-based health and life benefits agency. In order to expand and strengthen Ritter’s growing footprint, this deal will bring SBA agents into the Ritter fold, providing them with cutting-edge technology and support through Ritter’s service platform. How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Will your clients be automatically enrolled in Medicare? Maybe not. There's more to Medicare enrollment than your clients may think. And there are a few factors that they should know about prior to turning 65 or retiring. In this episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we cover the ins and outs so you can teach your clients what you expect.   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   CMS: Enrolling in Medicare Part A & Part B How to Apply Online for Medicare Only Should I Enroll in Medicare When I’m First Eligible? Social Security Administration: Medicare Benefits   More episodes you’ll like:   5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business. Examining the Part B Premium Giveback Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works. Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential. 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans With the Annual Enrollment Period approaching, you may be strategizing to have more success selling Medicare Advantage plans this year. The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for October 9, 2020: Last Chance for a Stimulus Deal? Walmart will sell Medicare plans this AEP Clover Health Goes Public CVSHealth's Aetna MA expansion for 2021 Apple announces iPhone event   Mentioned in this episode:   Aetna 2021 Medicare plans focus on total health and making care more affordable and convenient Apple Announces Digital-Only Event to Be Held on October 13: iPhone 12 Expected Chamath Palihapitiya to take Clover Health public in another SPAC deal worth $3.7 billion CVS Health’s Aetna To Sell Medicare Advantage In 115 More U.S. Counties House approves $2.2 trillion stimulus plan from Democrats with no bipartisan deal in sight iPhone 12, AirPods Studio: What else could Apple announce on Oct. 13? Instagram’s 10th birthday release introduces a Stories Map, custom icons and more Instagram Turns 10: How the App Helped Democratize Art Instagram turns 20 on this day in 2030 Squawk Pod By CNBC – Apple | Spotify | Google Tech investor Chamath Palihapitiya best big on Medicare Advantage provider Trump calls on Congress to pass COVID relief after calling off negotiations Trump makes U-turn on Covid stimulus Stephen Miller tests positive and the vice presidential debate Walmart launches health insurance plans in time for Medicare open enrollment Walmart to sell Medicare plans in latest healthcare push   More episodes you’ll like:   October 2, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for October 2, 2020: 2021 Medicare Part B Premium, Stimulus relief talks start up again, Molina acquires Affinity Health Plan, CMS estimates low MA premiums for 2021, Anthem and Humana tackle food insecurity 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights: Electronic PTC and SOA in one, quote and enroll clients remotely, and store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform. Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today! International Podcast Day 2020 Happy International Podcast Day! 2020 has certainly been a year to, er, remember. There’s a lot of that reflected in this year’s episode. But there’s also a fair bit of fun. Sarah shares it all in this episode – podcast recommendations, standout episodes, updates, bonus content, and more, including what makes her want to listen. Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How Much Can Insurance Agents Make Selling Medicare? If you’re considering selling Medicare, you likely want to know how much you can earn from it. We’re covering the basics, including how working with an FMO can affect your commissions, to give you a good idea! Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs Beginning with the 2021 plan year, select Part D sponsors will offer beneficiaries PDPs that “provide supplemental benefits for insulin in the coverage gap phase of the Part D benefit.” 2021 Plans Are Now Available on the Medicare Quote Engine We have some exciting news to get you ready for AEP! All 2021 Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plan details are now available on Ritter Insurance Marketing’s Medicare Quote Engine.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works.   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   2020 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – It’s FREE!   More episodes you’ll like:   2021 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D CMS recently released the 2021 maximum broker commissions for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D. Find out the dollar amounts you could receive for writing MA and PDP business this AEP. 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business. How to Sell Medicare Advantage Plans – FREE Guide Get ready to find out what selling Medicare Advantage is all about! Whether you’re already an insurance agent selling Medicare or you’re transitioning to MA sales, we want to help you build your career. Our eBook is packed with information on Medicare Advantage – certification, contracting, sales pitches, cross-selling tips, training, marketing, and more! Wondering who qualifies for MA plans or when you can enroll your clients? We answer those questions, and give you an AEP Ready-to-Sell Checklist, FAQs on AHIP, and info on enrolling clients online with Medicareful. Download your copy of our FREE eBook today!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential. 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans With the Annual Enrollment Period approaching, you may be strategizing to have more success selling Medicare Advantage plans this year. The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn