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Mar 22, 2025 • 11min

How to Help Clients Navigate ACA Marketplace Subsidies & Taxes

  Clients with marketplace coverage may not be aware of specific tax forms they need to file. Be an advocate for your clients by helping them understand what steps to take during tax time.   Read the text version    Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Resources: How to Assist Clients with Marketplace Household Income Estimations: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-assist-clients-with-marketplace-household-income-estimations/ FAQs About Selling On-Exchange & Off-Exchange under-65 Plans: https://ritterim.com/blog/faqs-about-selling-on-exchange-off-exchange-under-65-plans/ Knight School Online Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/ Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ Questions to Ask Clients Shopping for an ACA Plan: https://lnk.to/ZmW0rd The Insurance Agent’s Guide to Establishing Successful Affinity Partnerships FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/insurance-affinity-partnerships/ Why Client Retention Should Be Your Top Priority: https://lnk.to/NMDqSn   References: “Browse All 8 Trusted Partners.” IRS Free File | Internal Revenue Service, https://apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile/browse-all-offers/. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “Essential Tax Forms for the Affordable Care Act (ACA).” TurboTax Tax Tips & Videos, Intuit Turbotax, https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/health-care/essential-tax-forms-for-the-affordable-care-act/L7VURKAae. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “Health Plan Categories: Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/choose-a-plan/plans-categories/. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “Health Coverage Tax Tool.” Health Coverage Tax Tool | HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/tax-tool/#/. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “How to Use Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace® Statement.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/tax-form-1095/. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “How to Find Your Form 1095-A Online.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/downloads/how-to-find-form-1095-a-online.pdf. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “How to Reconcile Your Premium Tax Credit.” HealthCare.Gov, https://www.healthcare.gov/taxes-reconciling/. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “Premium Tax Credit (PTC).” IRS.Gov, Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service, https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8962.pdf. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “Understanding Your Letter 12C.” Internal Revenue Service, https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-letter-12c. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025. “What Is Affinity Marketing? (With Benefits and Tips) | Indeed.Com.” Indeed, https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/affinity-marketing. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.   Follow Us on Social!  Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance     Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
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Mar 21, 2025 • 13min

5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out in a Crowd

  Why fit in when you can stand out and really shine? We highlight strategies insurance agents can use to elevate your marketing and set yourself apart in this industry.   Read the text version   Expand Your Insurance Industry Knowledge with Knight School!   Resources: 5 Tips for Creating Your Personal Brand: https://ritterim.com/blog/5-tips-for-creating-your-personal-brand/ Best Practices for Writing an Email to Your Insurance Clients: https://ritterim.com/blog/best-practices-for-writing-an-email-to-your-insurance-clients/   Build Your Brand with Community Involvement: https://ritterim.com/blog/build-your-brand-with-community-involvement/  CMS 2025 Marketplace Integrity & Affordability Proposed Rule: https://lnk.to/asgf20250314 Diversify Your Insurance Portfolio & Reap Real Rewards: https://lnk.to/asg651 How Professional Organizations Make You a Better Agent: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/ Keys to Client Retention: Face-to-Face Communication: https://ritterim.com/blog/keys-to-client-retention-face-to-face-communication/ Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://ritterim.com/blog/keys-to-client-retention-digital-communication/ Knight School Online Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/ Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/  Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor? https://ritterim.com/blog/should-you-become-a-certified-insurance-counselor/   References: Bicaku, Enina. “16 Striking Business Card Trends of 2025 (+ 54 Examples).” Looka.Com, Looka, 2 Feb. 2025, looka.com/blog/business-card-trends/. Khatri, Dimple. “28 Business Card Statistics That Will Surprise You in 2024.” Printtobrand.Com, Print To Brand, 2 Jan. 2025, printtobrand.com/business-cards-statistics/. “AHIP.” Ahip.Org, AHIP, www.ahip.org/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. “Business Cards Templates & Designs.” Vistaprint.Com, VistaPrint, www.vistaprint.com/business-cards/standard/templates. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. “English Language & Usage Stack Exchange.” English.Stackexchange.Com/, English Language & Usage Stack Exchange, english.stackexchange.com/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. “Fonts That Get Your Business Card Noticed.” Psprint.Com, PsPrint, www.psprint.com/resources/powerful-business-card-fonts/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. “Grammarly.” Grammarly.Com, Grammarly, www.grammarly.com/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. “Grammarly Blog.” Grammarly.Com, Grammarly, www.grammarly.com/blog/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. “How to Choose the Perfect Colors for Your Business Card.” Vistaprint.Com, VistaPrint, www.vistaprint.com/hub/business-card-colors. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. Laws, Jasmine. “Map Shows Most Spoken Languages in Each State Besides English and Spanish.” Newsweek.Com, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024, www.newsweek.com/map-shows-most-spoken-languages-each-state-besides-english-spanish-1993046. “NABIP: Who We Are.” NABIP.Org, NABIP, nabip.org/who-we-are. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. Naifa. “National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors.” Naifa.Org, National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, belong.naifa.org/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. Fogarty, Mignon. “Grammer Girl Podcast.” Quickanddirtytips.Com, Quick and Dirty Tips, www.quickanddirtytips.com/grammar-girl/. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025. Venditti, Bruno. “The Most Spoken Language in Every U.S. State (Besides English and Spanish).” Visualcapitalist.Com, Visual Capitalist, 31 Oct. 2023, www.visualcapitalist.com/cp/the-most-spoken-language-in-every-u-s-state-besides-english-and-spanish/. Geri. “The Psychology of Colors in Business Cards.” Clcme.Eu, Click Me Smart Card, 19 Feb. 2025, clcme.eu/the-psychology-of-colors-in-business-cards/. Lockwood, Amy. “Why Business Cards Are Still Relevant in 2025.” Emailsignaturerescue.Com, Email Signature Rescue, 18 Dec. 2024, www.emailsignaturerescue.com/blog/why-business-cards-are-still-relevant-in-2025.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance     Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 45min

Learning to Delight in the Limelight ft. Linda Ugelow

How unstoppable would you be if you lost the fear of being seen? Linda Ugelow, author of Delight in the Limelight, joins Sarah to talk about how agents can overcome the fear of public speaking, conquer the fear of being on camera, and learn to rightfully bask in the limelight.   Order Your Copy of Delight in the Limelight   Connect with Linda Ugelow: Blog Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Official Website Podcast TikTok YouTube   Resources: 5 Tips for New Insurance Agents 5 Tips for Seasoned Insurance Agents Developing Power Habits ft. Dr. Noah St. John How Storytelling Helps Agents Quickly Connect with Clients ft. Don Connelly How to Ask Your Current Clients for Referrals   References: Ugelow, Linda. Delight in the Limelight: Overcome Your Fear of Being Seen and Realize Your Dreams. Page Two Books, Inc, 2021.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance    Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
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Sep 30, 2022 • 27min

International Podcast Day 2022

  We're back with more podcast recommendations all in the name of celebrating International Podcast Day 2022! Sarah has updates, recommendations, and a brand-new feature this year. Listen, like, and follow along... we hope you find some new favorites!   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ and Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Podcast Recommendations:   Aftershock: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-aftershock-83996090/ Arcadia, CA: https://arcadiacalifornia.lawofnames.com/ Articles of Interest: https://www.radiotopia.fm/podcasts/articles-of-interest The Beautiful Liar: https://qcodemedia.com/the-beautiful-liar Bridgewater: https://www.grimandmild.com/bridgewater From Now: https://qcodemedia.com/from-now The Midnight Symphony: https://www.themidnightsymphony.com/ Missing Pages: https://thepodglomerate.com/shows/missing-pages/ Normal Gossip: https://defector.com/tag/normal-gossip/ Overleaper: https://www.realm.fm/shows/overleaper The Polybius Conspiracy: https://www.radiotopia.fm/showcase/the-polybius-conspiracy Sam Archer Third Grade Detective: https://www.gokidgo.com/samarcher The Trojan Horse Affair: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/podcasts/trojan-horse-affair.html X Marks the Spot: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/x-marks-the-spot-the-legend-of-forrest-fenn/id1626203378 Young Ben Franklin: https://gzmshows.com/shows/listing/young-ben-franklin/   More Recommendations:   Behind the Scenes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/behind-the-scenes-of-the-asg-podcast-%C7%80-asg100-%F0%9F%8E/ International Podcast Day 2019: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/international-podcast-day-2019/ Top 5 Podcasts of 2019: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2019-the-friday-five/ Podcasts We're Currently Listening To:  https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcasts-we-re-currently-listening-to-the-friday-five/ Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2020: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcast-recommendations-for-summer-2020-the-tuesday-ten/ International Podcast Day 2020: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/international-podcast-day-2020/ Top 5 Podcasts of 2020: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2020-the-friday-five/ Podcasts We're Currently Listening To (Winter 2021): https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/january-1-2021-the-friday-five/ March 12, 2021 | The Friday Five: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/march-12-2021-the-friday-five/ Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcast-recommendations-for-summer-2021/ International Podcast Day 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/international-podcast-day-2021-1632944993/ Top 5 Podcasts of 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2021/ Winter 2021 Podcast Recommendations: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/winter-2021-podcast-recommendations/ Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2022: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcast-recommendations-for-summer-2022/   References:   Bridgewater Season 2 Update from Twitter: https://twitter.com/BridgewaterPod/status/1570019391907004418?s=20&t=YRxCMwOz98h2Txojk_49XA Podcast Statistics and Data [August 2022]: https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog/podcast-statistics Radiotopia from PRX Announces Forthcoming Series from Acclaimed Indie Podcasters Avery Trufelman, Ian Chillag, and Kaitlin Prest: https://medium.com/prxofficial/radiotopia-from-prx-announces-forthcoming-series-from-acclaimed-indie-podcasters-cd4d42db8447 The Infinite Dial 2022: http://www.edisonresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Infinite-Dial-2022-Webinar-revised.pdf  
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Feb 3, 2022 • 16min

Lessons Learned After 400 Episodes

  After 400+ episodes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we've learned some things! Rather than keep that knowledge to ourselves, we're sharing it with you... and asking for your stories, too!!! What’s the best business lesson you ever learned? We want to know! Email the ASG Podcast or call the hotline at 1-717-562-7211!   Mentioned in this episode:   Contact the Team at Ritter Insurance Marketing Register for your FREE RitterIM.com account Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?   More episodes you’ll like:   4 Myths About Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) Sales 8 Reasons Why Medicare Agents Should Sell ACA Plans How Insurance Agents Can Learn About Their Social Media Audience How to Successfully Set SMART Goals Winter 2021 Podcast Recommendations   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Getting Your Home Ready for Winter Storms The Difference of Cooking with Fresh and Dry Herbs What are State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs?   Ritter Insurance Marketing eBooks & Guides:   Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started Modern Medicare Marketing for Today’s Agents The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   8 Reasons Why Medicare Agents Should Sell ACA Plans The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP Why Young Professionals Should Consider Becoming Insurance Agents   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram TikTok Sarah’s LinkedIn Sarah’s Instagram  
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Nov 23, 2021 • 23min

Top 10 Holiday Toys 2021 | The Tuesday Ten

  Survive holiday toy shopping with Sarah! She's done her research, created the spreadsheets, and compiled her list of must-have toys. Listen to hear her picks for the Top Holiday Toys of 2021.   Mentioned in this episode:   Baby Alive Lulu Achoo – Amazon | Target | Walmart Beyblade Burst Surge Speedstorm Motor Strike Battle Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Bluey Ultimate Caravan Adventures Caravan Playset – Amazon | Walmart Chuckle & Roar Pop It! XL – Target CoComelon Official Deluxe Interactive JJ Doll with Sounds – Amazon | Target | Walmart Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad – Amazon | Target | Walmart Disney Princess Ultimate Celebration Castle – Amazon | Target | Walmart Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Ultimate Learning Bot – Amazon | Target | Walmart Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Lego Super Mario Adventures with Luigi Starter Course – Amazon | Target | Walmart LOL Surprise OMG Movie Magic Studios – Amazon | Target | Walmart Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron – Amazon | Target | Walmart Nintendo Switch – Amazon | Target | Walmart Osmo Math Wizard and the Magical Workshop – Amazon | Target Pokemon 25th Anniversary Celebrations Elite Trainer Box – Amazon | Walmart Purse Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart Squeakee The Balloon Dino – Amazon | Target | Walmart Squishmallows – Amazon | Target | Walmart Star Wars Galactic Snackin' Grogu – Amazon | Target Tamagotchi Pix – Amazon | Target | Walmart TeeTurtle The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie – Amazon | Walmart Vtech KidiZoom PrintCam – Amazon | Target | Walmart WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder – Amazon | Target | Walmart WowWee My Squishy Little Dumplings – Amazon | Target | Walmart   More episodes you’ll like:   2022 Medicare Part A & B Premiums and Deductibles 3 Tips to Help Your Clients Avoid Health Insurance Scams November 12, 2021 | The Friday Five November 19, 2021 | The Friday Five Tips on Dealing with a Difficult Client   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   3 Ways to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers Getting Creative with Thanksgiving Classics Holiday Dinner Survival Guide   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram Sarah’s LinkedIn Sarah’s Instagram  
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Sep 30, 2021 • 24min

International Podcast Day 2021

  Celebrate International Podcast Day with the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! We ♥ podcasts, so we’re back with another fun episode of podcast recommendations. Sarah shares what she’s been listening to AND what’s coming soon that she’s excited about!   Mentioned in this episode:   70 Over 70 Bridgewater Endless Thread Goodnight, World Impostors Nice Try! Not Past It Rabbits The Alarmist The Atlas Obscura Podcast The Dropout The Infinite Dial 2021 The Just Enough Family Today, Explained Toxic: The Britney Spears Story The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel   More episodes you’ll like:   Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2021 Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To (Winter 2021) Top 5 Podcasts of 2020 International Podcast Day 2020 Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2020 Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To Top 5 Podcasts of 2019 International Podcast Day 2019 Behind the Scenes of the ASG Podcast   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram Sarah’s LinkedIn Sarah’s Instagram  
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Nov 24, 2020 • 10min

Top 10 Holiday Toys 2020 | The Tuesday Ten

  It’s back! Our official list of 2020’s top 10 holiday toys! We did the research so you don’t have to! Sarah has a thing for research, spreadsheets, and really delights in the finding the perfect gift. Let her help you survive holiday toy shopping!   Mentioned in this episode:   Blume Rainbow Sparkle Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart Hatchimals Pixies Crystal Flyers – Amazon | Target | Walmart LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course – Amazon | Target | Walmart Little Live Pets Gotta Go Flamingo – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Surprise Clubhouse – Amazon | Target | Walmart Na! Na! Na! Ultimate Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart Nintendo Switch – Amazon | Target | Walmart O.M.G. Remix Fashion Dolls – Amazon | Target | Walmart PAW Patrol Dino Patroller – Amazon | Target | Walmart Present Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart Squeakee the Balloon Dog – Amazon | Target | Walmart Star Wars The Child Animatronic Edition – Amazon | Target Vtech KidiZoom Creator Cam – Amazon | Target | Walmart   More episodes you’ll like:   November 20, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for November 20, 2020: Amazon Pharmacy; Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine; A Zoom Thanksgiving?; TikTok Rolls Out Parental Controls; Thanksgiving Desserts (and BONUS: sides!) Build Your Brand with Community Involvement Connect with your local community and grow your insurance business at the same time! Use our helpful tips to get started. Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs Get the scoop on the Part D Senior Savings Model! This new initiative brings major insulin savings to your Medicare clients. They could pay just $35 for a one-month supply of insulin. Learn all the details in this can't miss episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast. How Selling Insurance Helps Give Back In the insurance industry, there's plenty of opportunities to give back. Discover how agents make a difference in their communities every day, and how you can, too! The Agents Survival Guide Podcast Turns 3! Celebrate with us!!! Three years, more than three hundred episodes published, dozens of rabbit holes explored, and countless cups of coffee consumed. Thanks for sticking with us! Listen for details on our 3rd Birthday Giveaway! 🥳   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Dishes to Impress Your Friends: Cariofi Alla Giudia Carciofi alla Giudia is a classic Italian-Jewish fried artichoke dish that takes everything you love about potato chips and improves upon it. Ready to learn how to make them? Subscription Boxes for Seniors Bring Wellness to Your Doorstep Subscription boxes can be very beneficial for seniors, especially if they promote a hobby or healthy eating. We look at a few of the ways subscription boxes for seniors can be utilized. Why Do We Celebrate That? Classic Christmas Traditions Christmas is a holiday with many classic traditions, from the Christmas tree to parties and wassailing. But when you think about it, why do we celebrate that?   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   2021 Medicare Part A and Part B Premiums and Deductibles CMS recently released their numbers for 2021 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Let’s see how these changes might affect your clients in the coming year. Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID You need commissions, but you don’t want to catch, or spread, COVID. Can you compliantly check temperatures or ask health questions in person? Will more carriers allow remote Medicare sales? How can you have a profitable Annual Enrollment Period during the current health crisis? How to Get Started in Medicare Sales Starting out as an insurance agent in the Medicare industry can seem daunting. There are many ins and outs of selling Medicare and quite a list of things you need to decide and do.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  
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Nov 26, 2019 • 16min

Top 10 Holiday Toys 2019 | The Tuesday Ten

  Let us help you survive the holidays! We’ve done all the research (we 💖 research) and we’ve compiled our official list of the top ten holiday toys for 2019. You don’t want to miss this one!   Mentioned in this episode: (In alphabetical order) Baby Shark Fingerlings– Amazon | Target | Walmart Baby Shark Hand Puppet – Amazon | Walmart Barbie Dream Plane – Amazon | Target | Walmart Blume Doll – Amazon | Target | Walmart Frozen 2 Singing Elsa Doll – Amazon | Target | Walmart Frozen 2 Anna and Elsa Doll Set – Amazon | Target Frozen 2 Ultimate Arendelle Castle Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart   Hatching Toothless – Amazon | Target | Walmart Hot Wheels id Smart Track Kit – Amazon | Target Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Imaginext Transforming Batmobile – Amazon | Target | Walmart Juno My Baby Elephant – Amazon | Target | Walmart Kindi Kids Snack Time Friends – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Amazing Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Glamper – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Winter Disco Dolls – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Winter Disco Fluffy Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Winter Disco Lils – Amazon | Target | Walmart Lego Hidden Side Newbury Haunted High School – Amazon | Target | Walmart Melissa & Doug Slice-and-Bake Wooden Cookie Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Melissa & Doug Turtle Ball Pit – Amazon | Walmart NERF Fortnite AR-L Elite Dart Blaster – Amazon | Target | Walmart NERF Fortnite Sp-L Elite Dart Blaster – Amazon | Target | Walmart NERF Fortnite Ap-R & Llama Targets – Amazon Nintendo Switch (HADSKABAA or HADSKAAAA) – Walmart Nintendo Switch Lite – Amazon | Target | Walmart PJ Masks PJ Seeker – Amazon | Target | Walmart Pictionary Air – Amazon | Target | Walmart Ryan’s World Treasure Safe – Walmart Scruff-A-Luv Electronic Mystery Plush – Amazon | Target | Walmart Treasure X Alien Dissection Kit with Slime, Action Figure, and Treasure  – Amazon | Target | Walmart Treasure X Kings Gold Treasure Tomb – Amazon | Target | Walmart How to tell if you’re buying the old Nintendo Switch or the new one   More episodes you’ll like:   Build Your Brand with Community Involvement | ASG189 Connect with your local community and grow your insurance business at the same time! Use our helpful tips to get started. How Selling Insurance Helps Give Back | ASG190 In the insurance industry, there are plenty of opportunities to give back. Discover how agents make a difference in their communities every day, and how you can, too! November 22, 2019 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for November 22, 2019: The Trump Administration announces health care transparency rules, Slack shares drop, Microsoft Teams' user base rises, beware of "juice-jacking" while traveling, Facebook and Instagram hide like counts, and find out what’s new and coming soon from the Agent Survival Guide team!   The latest from Agent Survival Guide:   2020 Medicare Part A and Part B Premiums and Deductibles CMS just released their numbers for 2020 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Let’s take a look and see how these numbers might affect... (read more) 5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020 Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)... (read more) What Agents Forget to Do When Preparing for Appointments When you’re thinking of everything you need to do to prepare for appointments this Annual Enrollment Period, be sure to think of things outside your memorized to-do list. Pens? Check. Scopes of... (read more)   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

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