Staff Writer, Author at The Insurance Broker Blog

Broker Basics

Working With a General Agency Offers You Access to New...

July 31, 2023 / Staff Writer

There are many advantages to working as an independent health insurance broker or agent. However, it’s important to note that being “independent” doesn’t have to mean working alone. In fact,...

Broker Basics

Tips to Help Brokers Aid Employers and Employees in Understanding...

July 13, 2023 / Staff Writer

A decade ago, in August 2013, The Washington Post reported that a consumer survey found that just 14% of individuals with private health insurance understood all four basic insurance payment...

Expert Ave.

Influential Health Insurance Experts to Follow on Social

June 16, 2023 / Staff Writer

Every industry has its experts. Health care and health insurance are no exceptions. Some of these influencers are readily recognized leaders, celebrities, and medical or insurance experts. Others are lesser-known...

Broker Basics

5 Features of Word & Brown’s ACA Quoting and Enrollment...

April 18, 2023 / Staff Writer

If you have Small Group clients looking for Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant coverage, we make it easy for you to quickly create a customized quote. Word & Brown’s WBQuote...

Broker Basics

Employer E-Services That Can Help Your Clients

April 14, 2023 / Staff Writer

It’s amazing what kind of information is available online today – and what sort of e-services are available to you, your clients, and their employees as it relates to employee...

Sales & Marketing Tips

7 Surefire Ways to Keep Your Customers Happy

March 23, 2023 / Staff Writer

Numerous studies support the theory that it’s easier – and cheaper – to retain an existing customer than it is to attract a new customer. Estimates vary, but a Forbes...