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This course examines the annuity concept and explains what an annuity is and how it works. The mechanics of the accumulation and payout phases of an annuity are examined and sample calculations are discussed. An explanation of settlement options and their appropriate uses are covered.
The risks and opportunities which digital technologies, devices, and media bring us are obvious. Cyber risk is never a matter purely for the IT team, although they clearly play a vital role. An organization’s risk management function needs a thorough understanding of the constantly evolving risks as well as the practical tools and techniques available to address them.
Accidents and injuries are difficult to predict—and damage awards can be astronomical. Because of this, general liability insurance is perhaps the most important line of commercial insurance a business can purchase. It protects your business clients from multi-million dollar judgments that could seriously disrupt, if not completely bankrupt, company operations.
Everybody needs health insurance—but it’s not exactly easy to buy. In addition to the expense, it’s not easy to choose from the maze of options presented to consumers—from private insurance to government programs, from indemnity plans to PPO’s and HMO’s. As a Life and Health producer, you provide a valuable service in helping your corporate and individual customers navigate the wide range of options to find a solution that’s both appropriate and affordable.
This course provides an in-depth analysis of Medicare-related fraud and abuse within the context of the healthcare and insurance industries. The course meticulously examines the intricacies of Medicare's regulatory framework, including laws like the False Claims Act and the Stark Law, and explores case studies such as U.S.
As an insurance agent selling commercial casualty insurance, you need to have some knowledge of the risk management process in order to provide the appropriate insurance coverage and/or offer alternative solutions. This additional knowledge brings value to the table. The typical risk management process includes identifying risk, performing qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, and incorporating risk control techniques.
Agents in all areas of the Insurance industry, Life, Health, Accident, Property, & Casualty handle money for a living every day from individual and businesses. Like bankers and stock brokers, all insurance licensees are bound by the Patriot Act to be diligent in their daily dealings with customers and clients. They are required to be aware of Money Laundering and the huge impact it has on our financial systems here at home in America as well as all around the world.
No matter what type of insurance you sell, understanding the policy’s terms, conditions, and exclusions allows you to give more insightful advice to your clients—and become a valuable resource to both business and individual customers. You are not required to discuss every possible situation which might arise and whether that situation would be covered under the policy, but you must inform clients when the policy does not cover a particular risk about which they asked. In this course, you’ll review some of the basic components of four common insurance policies: auto insurance, homeowners insurance, personal umbrella insurance, and workers’ compensation insurance.
Estate Tax Planning examines the various aspects of planning for the estate tax liability. The course begins with a discussion of the genesis of estate taxation in English common law and continues with an examination of the estate and its administration. The text serves as an introduction to the issues of estate settlement and includes a discussion of the probate estate and the federal gross estate.
To practice ethically in today’s insurance market, you need more than good intentions. You need the specific tools and knowledge necessary to recognize and resolve ethical dilemmas with integrity—and in full compliance with regulations set forth by the industry and the government. This course satisfies ethics continuing education requirements for Life and Health as well as Property / Casualty agents and producers in most states (some states still require the ethics course to be taken in a classroom).
This comprehensive course delves into the intricacies of National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) coverage, offering insurance agents invaluable insights to bolster their expertise in flood insurance. From understanding the mechanics of NFIP coverage to navigating eligibility rules and underwriting tips, this course equips agents with the knowledge necessary to provide top-notch service to clients. Agents will explore crucial topics such as waiting periods, lowest floor guidelines, and evidence of insurance, gaining a deep understanding of NFIP policies and procedures.
As an insurance agent selling commercial casualty insurance, you help companies protect themselves from legal liability for losses caused by injury or damage to the property of others. You help companies protect their assets in the case of unfortunate accidents—and ensure there’s enough money to pay lawful claims. Casualty insurance is an important part of commercial lines insurance—and this course will give you an in-depth understanding of how it works.


