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18 hours ago
Stay organized with a planner created just for insurance agents selling Medicare! We highlighting what to focus on during the first quarter of the year.
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Resources:
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Do’s and Don’ts
The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention
References:
“2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update Fact Sheet At-a-Glance.” Professional.Heart.Org, American Heart Association, professional.heart.org/en/-/media/PHD-Files-2/Science-News/2/2026-Heart-and-Stroke-Stat-Update/At-A-Glance/2026-Stats-Update-Fact-Sheet-At-A-Glance-Statistics_final.pdf. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
“35+ Latest Business Plan Statistics to Boost Success.” Bizplanr.ai, Bizplanr, 13 Jun. 2025, https://bizplanr.ai/blog/business-plan-statistics.
“Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs).” CMS.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/medicare/enrollment-renewal/special-needs-plans/dual-eligible. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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2 days ago
2 days ago
A busy insurance agent can easily become overwhelmed by the number of tasks to complete. But the good news is that you don’t have to rush to finish them all at once! Listen to learn what agents selling ACA plans should focus on during the first quarter of the year.
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Resources:
6 Ways to Generate ACA Leads
ACA 101: Selling Under-65 Health Insurance
Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Ideas for Agents
How an ICHRA Partnership Can Support ACA Sales
How Insurance Agents Can Set SMART Goals to Succeed
ICHRA vs. QSEHRA vs. Group Health Plans: Sales Opportunities for Insurance Agents
The ICHRA Opportunity for Agents ft. Lisa Marzolino & Danica Stover
The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt. 3: Staying Organized
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7 days ago
7 days ago
Can your clients afford hybrid long-term care insurance? It might be more affordable than they think. Learn more about the ways hybrid or linked-benefit LTCi can be funded in this episode.
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Resources:
4 Out-of-the-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions
5 Tips for New Insurance Agents
5 Tips for Seasoned Insurance Agents
Annuities vs. 401(k)s: Examining Differences That Can Matter to Clients
Selling Long-Term Care Insurance
What You Need to Know About 1035 Exchanges
References:
“Qualified vs. nonqualified annuities explained.” Thrivent.com, Thrivent, 19 Dec. 2025, https://www.thrivent.com/insights/annuities/qualified-vs-nonqualified-annuities-explained.
Plaehn, Tim. “What is Tax-Qualified Money?” budgeting.thenest.com, The Nest, https://budgeting.thenest.com/can-deferred-compensation-rolled-401k-22900.html. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
When the unexpected happens in your business, it’s important to have all your bases covered. In this episode learn what Errors and Omissions Insurance is and how it could save your business thousands in legal costs.
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💵Save Up to 50% On E&O Insurance
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Resources:
5 Tips for New Insurance Agents
4 Reasons Why Ritter Insurance Marketing Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
Developing Power Habits ft. Dr. Noah St. John
IntegrityCONNECT
The Benefits of Joining a Top Insurance FMO
Tips for Working With a Difficult Client
References:
Metz, Jason. “Best Small Business Insurance.” Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 24 Dec. 2025, https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business-insurance/best-small-business-insurance/.
Bonner, Marianne. “Errors and Omissions Insurance: What It Is, How It Works, and Who Needs It.” Investopedia, Investopedia, https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/errors-omissions-insurance.asp. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.
Rubin, Paul H. “More Money into Bad Suits - Nytimes.Com.” The New York Times, https://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2010/11/15/investing-in-someone-elses-lawsuit/more-money-into-bad-suits. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.
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Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Learn about ACA subsidies and their requirements to help your clients save on health insurance!
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Resources:
5 Myths About Selling ACA Health Insurance Plans
How the ACA Subsidy Cliff Impacts Clients Shopping for Marketplace Coverage
How to Assist Clients with Marketplace Household Income Estimations
How to Help Clients Navigate ACA Marketplace Subsides & Taxes
What Are the ACA Marketplace Alternatives for Health Insurance?
References:
“Federal Poverty Level (FPL) - Glossary.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/federal-poverty-level-fpl/. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.
Norris, Lousie. “IRS Regulations Fix the ACA’s ‘family Glitch’ as of 2023.” Healthinsurance.Org, healthinsurance.org, 2 Sept. 2025, www.healthinsurance.org/obamacare/irs-regulations-fix-the-acas-family-glitch-as-of-2023/.
“Medicaid Expansion & What It Means for You.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/medicaid-expansion-and-you/. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.
“Poverty Guidelines.” ASPE, https://www.aspe.hhs.gov/topics/poverty-economic-mobility/poverty-guidelines. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.
Yearly Guidelines & Thresholds, Updated February 2023 Reference Chart, https://www.healthreformbeyondthebasics.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/REFERENCE_YearlyGuidelines_CY2025.pdf. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.
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Monday Jan 26, 2026
Monday Jan 26, 2026
Get the details on IntegrityCONNECT! Join Sarah and Tina for a deep dive into frequently asked agent questions.
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Resources:
FAQs About the Medicare Call Recording Requirements
How Health Insurance Agents Can Stay TCPA Compliant
Meet Your Sales Team
Integrity Official Site
Integrity Support Email
Ritter Events, Training, & Webinar List
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Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Get the breakdown of each Affordable Care Act metal tier plan right here!
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Resources:
Questions to Ask Clients Shopping for an ACA Plan
Selling ACA/Under-65 Health Insurance with Ritter
The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans – FREE eBook Download
Understanding the ACA Marketplace & Exchanges
Understanding ACA Plan Metal Tiers PDF - Download
References:
“Average Monthly Marketplace Premiums by Metal Tier: KFF State Health Facts.” KFF, 3 Nov. 2025, https://www.kff.org/affordable-care-act/state-indicator/average-marketplace-premiums-by-metal-tier/.
“Health Plan Categories: Bronze, Silver, Gold, & Platinum.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/choose-a-plan/plans-categories/. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.
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Monday Jan 19, 2026
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Learn more about the Medicare prescription payment plan program. Get the information you need now so you can answer questions from your clients.
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Resources:
The Complete Guide on How to Sell Prescription Drug Plans
5 Tips for New Insurance Agents
5 Tips for Seasoned Insurance Agents
8 Strategies to Prevent Rapid Disenrollments from Medicare Plans
Medicare Grievances & How Insurance Agents Can (Try To) Prevent Them
The 2026 Medicare Part D Redesign Changes Agents Should Know
References:
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-fact-sheet.pdf Accessed 13 Jan 2026.
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part One Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-one-guidance.pdf Accessed 13 Jan 2026.
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part Two Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-two-guidance.pdf. Accessed 13 Jan 2026.
“Inflation Reduction Act and Medicare.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/inflation-reduction-act-and-medicare Accessed 13 Jan 2026.
“Medicare & You Handbook.” Medicare, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), www.medicare.gov/medicare-and-you. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
“Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Details.” Medicare.Gov, CMS, www.medicare.gov/prescription-payment-plan. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Leads are crucial to the success of your insurance business. Take a step outside the box with these creative Medicare lead-generation ideas!
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Resources:
5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out in a Crowd
Affinity Partnerships for Insurance Agents
Custom Ink
Field Notes on Partner Marketing Resources
Shop RitterIM
The Insurance Agent’s Guide to Establishing Successful Affinity Partnerships
References:
Forman-Katz, Naomi. “For National Radio Day, Key Facts about Radio Listeners and the Radio Industry in the U.S.” Pewresearch.Org, Pew Research Center, 17 Aug. 2023, www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/08/17/for-national-radio-day-key-facts-about-radio-listeners-and-the-radio-industry-in-the-us/.
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Monday Jan 12, 2026
Monday Jan 12, 2026
Expand your Affordable Care Act client base with these six lead generation strategies!
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Resources:
5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out from the Crowd
5 Types of Content to Share on Social Media
Build Your Brand with Community Involvement
Ritter Carrier Partners
Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions for Agents
How to Better Market Yourself
Marketing & Incentives
Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business
References:
“Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).” Medicaid.Gov, https://www.medicaid.gov/chip. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“CMS.Gov Enterprise Portal.” Portal.Cms.Gov, https://portal.cms.gov/portal/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“FFM Agent Broker Registration and Termination Status Page.” Data.Healthcare.Gov, https://data.healthcare.gov/ffm_ab_registration_lists. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“FAQs for Marketplace Agents and Brokers.” AgentBrokerFaq.Cms.Gov, https://www.agentbrokerfaq.cms.gov/s/article/Where-can-I-update-my-public-facing-agent-broker-profile-information-so-that-consumers-can-find-me-and-request-assistance. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Find Local Help.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/find-local-help/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Get Help Applying & More.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/find-assistance/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Help on Demand: Training and Registration Guide.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, https://www.cms.gov/CCIIO/Programs-and-Initiatives/Health-Insurance-Marketplaces/Downloads/Help-On-Demand-Training-Registration-Guide.pdf. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Log in or Sign Up.” Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Log in or Sign Up.” LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/home. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Returning Agents’ and Brokers’ Guide to Plan Year 2025 ...” CMS.Gov, https://www.cms.gov/files/document/returning-agents-and-brokers-guide-marketplace-registration-and-training.pdf. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Shop Health Insurance Overview.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/small-businesses/choose-and-enroll/shop-marketplace-overview/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
“Welcome to the Health Insurance Marketplace®.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Discover all the reasons why we think Gen Z is a great match for the insurance industry!
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Resources:
4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
10 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents
Developing Power Habits ft. Dr. Noah St. John
The Difference Between Captive & Independent Agents
The Difference Between Medicare & Medicaid
Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales
References:
McAllister, Sean. “How is Gen Z changing the workplace?” Zurich.Com, https://www.zurich.com/media/magazine/2022/how-will-gen-z-change-the-future-of-work . Accessed 10 Dec. 2025.
Veltheim, Hanna. “Pandemic’s Impact on the Young: Generation Z and Growing up in the Middle of Covid-19.” Futures Platform, Futures Platform, 28 Nov. 2024, https://www.futuresplatform.com/blog/pandemics-impact-generation-z.
Hall, Rebecca. “Recruiting Gen Z: Understanding What Matters.” Imercer, https://www.imercer.com/articleinsights/Attracting-new-graduates-and-Gen-Z-with-the-right-pay-and-perks. Accessed 10 Dec. 2025.
Wells, Andrea. “Young Agents Survey: The next Generation Steps Up.” Insurance Journal, 22 Apr. 2015, https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/coverstory/2015/04/20/364399.htm.
“The Average Length of a Job by Generation: A Look at Workforce Trends.” Sudina Search, LinkedIn, 19 Feb. 2025, https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/average-length-job-generation-look-workforce-trends-sudina-search-r4wqf#:~:text=Studies_indicate_that_Gen_Z,and_alignment_with_personal_values.
Robinson, Bryan. “The Gen Z Mindset Graduates Bring to the Workplace in 2025.” Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 27 Apr. 2025, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2025/04/26/the-gen-z-mindset-graduates-bring-to-the-workplace-in-2025/.
Wilson, Heather H. “The Insurance Industry’s Talent Crunch: Attracting and Retaining Gen Z.” Insurance Journal, 24 Mar. 2025, https://www.insurancejournal.com/magazines/mag-features/2025/03/24/816425.htm .
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Monday Jan 05, 2026
Monday Jan 05, 2026
Rapid disenrollments don't have to happen to you! Learn how better communication can smooth over most Medicare plan disenrollment issues. We outline 8 strategies that are simple for agents to implement.
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Resources:
7 Reasons Clients Switch Medicare Plans During AEP
Do's and Don'ts of Medicare Compliance
Fact-Finder Worksheet PDF
Helping Clients Navigate Medicare’s Durable Medical Equipment Coverage
How to Save Beneficiaries Money on Prescription Drugs at a Preferred Pharmacy
Medicare Advantage Emergency-Related SEPs
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Do's and Don'ts
Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents
Medicare Grievances & How Insurance Agents Can (Try To) Prevent Them
Start Selling 5-Star Medicare Advantage Plans All Year
Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing
What Beneficiaries Value Most in Medicare Advantage Plans
References:
“Low Incomes, Little Savings: Many Medicare Beneficiaries Have Modest Financial Resources to Draw Upon in Retirement .” KFF.Org, KFF, 9 Aug. 2025, www.kff.org/medicare/low-incomes-little-savings-many-medicare-beneficiaries-have-modest-financial-resources-to-draw-upon-in-retirement/.
“Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements.” Ecfr.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
“Outbound Education and Verification Calls to All New Enrollees.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/Medicare/Health-Plans/ManagedCareMarketing/downloads/MMGSection70-6Rev.pdf. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
“Part D Communication Requirements.” Ecfr.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
Sparks, Grace et. al. “Public Opinion on Prescription Drugs and Their Prices.” KFF.Org, KFF, 9 Aug. 2025, www.kff.org/health-costs/public-opinion-on-prescription-drugs-and-their-prices.
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Monday Dec 22, 2025
Monday Dec 22, 2025
It’s important that agents are equipped to handle Medicare grievances when they arise. Listen to learn how to prepare and best practices for avoiding these situations.
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Resources:
A Review of Integrity’s Top Medicare Quoting Tools
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance
IntegrityCONNECT
PlanEnroll
PlanEnroll Client Sync Tutorial PDF
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event
The Survivor’s AEP Checklist
Updates to the 2026 AHIP Certification You Should Know
What Agents Can’t Say During Medicare Sales Appointments
What Not to Say During Medicare Educational and Sales Events
What to Know About SOAs in Medicare Health and Prescription Drug Plan Sales
References:
“Contract Year 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (CMS-4208-F).” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/contract-year-2026-policy-and-technical-changes-medicare-advantage-program-medicare-prescription-final. Accessed 26 Nov. 2025.
“Closed Confirmed Consumer Complaints by Coverage Type - CIS.” Closed Confirmed Consumer Complaints by Coverage Type - CIS, https://content.naic.org/cis_agg_type.htm. Accessed 26 Nov. 2025.
“Filing a Complaint.” Medicare, https://www.medicare.gov/providers-services/claims-appeals-complaints/complaints. Accessed 26 Nov. 2025.
“Welcome to Medicare.” Medicare, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.medicare.gov/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2025.
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Saturday Dec 20, 2025
Saturday Dec 20, 2025
The Affordable Care Act health insurance is a great option for many. But it may not be the right fit for your clients. Discover ACA alternatives that fit your clients’ needs.
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Resources:
ACA 101: Selling Under-65 Health Insurance
A Quick Guide to Cross-Selling Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products
Government & Insurers Reconsider Short-Term Limited Duration Product Changes
How the ACA Subsidy Cliff Impacts Client Shopping for Marketplace Coverage
How to Prepare for AEP Like a Pro
How Much Money Can Agents Make Selling Ancillary Health Insurance
Key Takeaways From the 2025 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability CMS Final Rule
Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products
The One Big Beautiful Bill: What Health Insurance Agents Should Know
References:
“E&O Insurance for Insurance Agents.” Insureon, www.insureon.com/insurance-agent-business-insurance/errors-omissions. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
Stevenson, Michael. “Mid-Year 2025 Employee Benefits Market Update: 4 Trends to Watch.” Seubert, 7 Aug. 2025, www.seubert.com/blog/mid-year-2025-employee-benefits-market-update-4-trends-to-watch/.
“Minimum Essential Coverage.” CMS.Gov, www.cms.gov/marketplace/health-plans-issuers/minimum-essential-coverage. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
“Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) - Glossary.” HealthCare.Gov, www.healthcare.gov/glossary/minimum-essential-coverage/. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
“Qualifying Health Coverage - Glossary.” HealthCare.Gov, www.healthcare.gov/glossary/qualifying-health-coverage/. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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Saturday Dec 13, 2025
Saturday Dec 13, 2025
Use these questions to help your client find the right Affordable Care Act coverage!
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Resources:
5 Tips for Finding Supplemental Coverage for ACA Plans
ACA Enrolment Periods Explained
Everything You Need to Know About the ACA OEP
FAQs About Selling On-Exchange & Off-Exchange Under-65 Plans
How the ACA Subsidy Cliff Impacts Shopping for Marketplace Coverage
How to Help Client Navigate ACA Marketplace Subsidies & Taxes
Meet Your Sales Team
Surviving OEP
The Ritter Docs – Under 65
There’s More to Life Insurance Than Just a Policy
The State of the ACA Market in 2025
Understanding ACA Plan Metal Tiers
Understanding the ACA Marketplace & Exchanges
What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for Your Medicare & ACA Clients
References:
“Low Cost Marketplace Health Care, Qualifying Income Levels.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/lower-costs/. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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