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How Inflation and Rising Costs Are Changing the Way Clients...

October 29, 2025 / Alex Strautman

There’s a spike forecast for group health insurance premiums for 2026. That is driving more employers to reconsider their options. Projections vary, but Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC) is anticipating an 8.5% increase....

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The Power of Local Expertise: How W&B’s Regional Teams Support...

October 28, 2025 / Staff Writer

It’s peak season, and there’ no doubt you’re facing many conflicting demands on your time. Sales, of course, are your first priority – which they should be. But that’s just...

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Expert Tips for Managing Peak Season and the Holidays as...

October 26, 2025 / Tawny Friedly

It’s Q4 and peak season; and multiple holidays are just around the corner. Balancing work and life at this time of year can be challenging. You have a lot of...

Broker Basics

Expert Insights: Navigating the Complexities of Multi-State Insurance Coverage

October 26, 2025 / Alex Strautman

Understanding Multi-State Coverage Challenges Businesses today are more global than ever before. That increases the odds of you having a client with employees not just locally, but in multiple locations....

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5 Cost Containment Strategies: Helping Clients Manage Rising Health Insurance...

September 29, 2025 / Alex Strautman

Many insurance industry analysts are expecting an increase of 6.5% to 9% in health care insurance costs in 2026. Increasing drug costs and hospital cost pressures are among contributing factors...

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How to Find Your Insurance Niche: 7 Tips

September 25, 2025 / Alex Strautman

When you begin working as a health insurance sales professional, many agents and brokers find it helpful to carve out their own niche in the business. To help you get...