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Prepare for ACA 2026 Changes: What Agents Need to Know Now

Published: May 21, 2025

Major changes are on the horizon for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace. With new federal proposals emerging from both Congress and the executive branch, licensed agents need to start thinking strategically about how to adapt. Some of these changes could reshape the enrollment calendar, impact subsidy eligibility, and introduce new compliance standards.

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Individual Producers: Are You Ready for a Shortened Open Enrollment Season?

Published: April 24, 2025

When President Trump took office for the second time, few people expected things to remain the same, and so far, that assumption has proven true. Nearly every day, we hear about the administration’s efforts to reverse many of the policies enacted during President Biden’s term. The health insurance industry is seeing its fair share of changes as well.

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Telehealth in 2025: The Rules Are Changing

Published: April 17, 2025

When the COVID pandemic hit, many people who had never used telehealth before decided to give it a try—primarily to avoid sitting in waiting rooms full of sick people. Once they learned how convenient and effective virtual visits could be, many stuck with it.

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Why Every Medicare Agent Should Talk About Final Expense Coverage

Published: April 11, 2025

As health insurance agents, we’re used to talking about what clients ask for—major medical, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, dental, vision. But what about the coverage they don’t think to ask about?

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Challenge the Norm: A Case for Diversifying Beyond Conventional Life Insurance

Published: March 27, 2025

In the dynamic life insurance landscape, providing distinctive and valuable products is key to standing out. Diversifying your portfolio with guaranteed-issue and simplified-issue term life insurance not only secures your clients with coverage they need but also enhances your ability to meet a broader range of client needs.

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Should Your Clients Give Up Their Plan F Supplement?

Published: February 19, 2025

With rising healthcare costs, many are questioning whether Plan F, once the 'gold standard' of Medicare supplements, is still the best choice. Is it time to consider Plan G? Let's explore.

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Expand Your Reach with Trusted Senior Solutions

Published: February 13, 2025

At AHCP, we believe in helping health insurance agents build stronger connections with clients by offering them trusted coverage options. That's why we're excited to recommend Allstate Health Solutions' senior-focused products as essential additions to your portfolio. As independent health insurance agents, you have the unique opportunity to strengthen your portfolio while building long-term relationships that drive referrals and business growth.

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Do You Refer Business to Your Clients?

Published: January 28, 2025

As health insurance agents, we know that referrals are critical to our success. Satisfied clients often recommend us to their friends and family members, fueling our business growth. But here’s a question: Do you refer business to your clients?

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Building a Better Business-and Life-After Open Enrollment

Published: January 16, 2025

The health insurance industry offers something most careers don’t—unlimited income potential. Agents are paid either commissions based on the premiums of the policies they sell, or a fixed monthly fee, and most times as long as those policies stay on the books, the income continues to roll in.

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Finish Strong: The Final Stretch of Open Enrollment

Published: December 17, 2024

CMS has extended the FFM deadline to December 18, for clients to enroll in individual health plans with a January 1 effective date. However, the Open Enrollment Period (OEP) isn’t over yet. Agents have until January 15 to enroll clients in coverage effective February 1. The final weeks of the OEP are a great opportunity to pad your sales numbers and help more clients secure the coverage they need.

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