How does this option fit into the variety of choices that clients have today?  “Dollar for dollar” coverage is becoming a more viable consideration.  Do we understand the advantages of both “dollar for dollar” as well as “total asset disregard?”

Indiana requires that all agents selling the ILTCP take a 7-hour course prior to presenting the product.  This class will meet the 7-hour CE requirement.  It can also be used to meet the 5-hour CE requirement to maintain your right to sell LTC.  The class is designed to explain how the Indiana LTCP works.  We will look at Medicaid and how it is involved.  We will look at the policy and see how it is designed to work with the state to provide advantages to the consumer. The class will also look at current events and how our plan works with other states.

What is the best recommendation for the client?  How does the traditional LTC policy compare with the hybrid life products?  Which is the best recommendation for my client?  Is there a place for a minimal policy?  Who should be selling this product?  These questions and more will be explored in this 5-hour advanced class.  We will look at several different case examples and discuss the different recommendations.  We will discuss how can we present this product effectively along with all the other responsibilities that the agent is faced with.  The state of Indiana requires that agents take a 5-hour CE class every renewal period to maintain their ability to sell LTC.  This class will meet that requirement.

Did you know that according to the FBI, fraud cost the average consumer between $400 - $700 in additional premium per year?

Unfortunately, fraud is a major factor in the insurance industry.  There are four types of fraud that affect our industry.  Fraud by the customer, the agent, the insurance companies and the service providers.

In this class we will take a close look at fraud.  We will define the different types of fraud and its’ consequences.  We will look at fraud primarily from three different perspectives.  First we will discuss fraud initiated by the customer; what to look for and how to respond to it.  We will also discuss fraud perpetrated by the agent.  We will look at the traps to avoid and discuss the importance of meeting the responsibilities of the industry in a professional and ethical manner.  Last, is fraud from the service providers; contractors, medical, auto, etc.  Throughout the class we will explore multiple “red flags” of fraud.  The more aware the agent is, the more the agent can be on guard.

What happens after a catastrophic event occurs among our policyholders?  What if you, your employees and your office were involved?  Do you have an emergency plan in place? What events should we be aware of in our geographical area.  Has the agent adequately prepared them by recommending and discussing the coverages that may be needed.  This class looks at events that we hope will never happen in our area.  But if they do, are we prepared?  What products need to be discussed with our customers?  What recommendations should we make?  We will look at Business Interruption coverage, earthquake, flood and tornadoes.  If a catastrophic event occurs, is the agent prepared to continue operations and assist his/her clients in their time of need?

This is a four hour CE course discussing the healthcare in the US. Healthcare in our country is in a constant state of change. Where are we going and how are these changes affecting the insurance industry? This class looks at the problems associated with our healthcare system. We will discuss the past and how we got here, the present, and look at options available for our future. Where does the ACA stand, what changes have occurred, and what changes may be on the horizon?

Professional Liability is applicable to just about anybody that is working in a professional capacity...contractors, agents, lawyers, beauticians and many others. This class will look at the different policies and how the insurance companies are changing and evolving the contracts. We will examine the Occurrence and Claims Made forms and how a typical policy will respond to this need. This class is relevant to anyone who sells or owns a Professional Liability policy.

How will the future changes in the auto industry affect the Personal Auto Policy that we are selling today? This class looks at where our industry in heading. How will companies, products and agents be affected by these changes? The class will also look at how our client is changing. How does the millennial view the auto policy and the agency system? Agents must get back to the basics of customer service and professional expectations to maintain the business of tomorrow.

Over 84% of all business in Indiana employ under 20 employees.

129,000 employ 1-20 people with 379,813 non-employee establishments

There are many small businesses throughout the state of Indiana.  The BOP is designed to meet the needs of the small, low risk business.  Understanding the BOP is important for the personal lines agent as well as the commercial agent.  Many small business owners do not know who to turn to for advice and assistance.  Some will seek out a commercial agent and some will seek out their personal lines agent.  All agents need to have a good understanding of how this product works.  We will look at the policy itself to see what coverages are available and what is not.  The more you know, the better job you can do for your clients.

Joe and Lisa Client have a major kitchen fire.  Are they adequately covered?  Do they have the right limits and endorsements?  What are the possible concerns that may come up now that they have a claim?  Agents are spending less time working the claim today, but what happens come claim time is directly related to what the agent has sold.  It is critical that the agent understands this product so that they can make the best recommendation for the client.  We will explore this claim and what the agent could have done to avoid different issues that may come up at this time.

What happens to one's estate upon death? Most people spend their whole lives accumulating and building an estate for themselves and their loved ones. How important is it to protect and conserve what we have worked so hard for? Topics that will be explored in this class include: probate, wills, trusts, living wills, gifting, LTC and taxes. The class covers a wide variety of topics that affects every client and agent at some time or another. The time to prepare is while the individual can make the decisions themselves. Money can have a devastating effect on survivors if it has not been properly planned for in advance.

Retirement is becoming more and more of a challenge in today’s society.  People are being told that it will take well over a million dollars to retire.  More are waiting to retire and more are having to work in retirement.  How stable is Social Security?  What will we be able to count on?  What if your client doesn’t have a million?  Is there a viable plan?  These and many more issues will be discussed in the first half of this class.  In the second half we will explore what the federal government has provided to encourage people to save.  We will look at IRA’s, SEP’s, SIMPLE’s and 401k’s.  How these plans work and what are the IRS rules applying to them?

Supplements or Advantage Plan, which is the best choice for your client? What are the current issues with Medicare and how do they affect the public? If an agent is working with this market, it is imperative that he/she stay current on the different plans available to their prospects. Understanding Medicare is the key to understanding the Supplements, Advantage Plans, drug plans and other programs available to today's seniors. We will compare different options available to the consumer and how each is designed to meet their needs.

Life insurance is an important product that allows an individual to meet their financial responsibilities in the event of premature death.  We will look at what is happening in the life insurance industries.  What is the clients’ mindset towards life insurance and what is the need for the product?  We will also look at how does an agent come up with a recommendation that is right for the client.  How much is appropriate and what type of product.

This class meets the States Annuity Compliance requirement.  The Equity Index Annuity is still considered a relatively new product in the history of insurance.  It has become a popular product among agents and their conservative clients.  With the many varieties on the market, how well is this product understood?  What dangers do the agents need to be aware of when presenting this product?  The better we understand the product, the better recommendation and explanation we can make.

Ethics are actions based upon the values that we hold important.  How strong are our values?  How do these values affect us in business?  What part do they play in our decisions with our clients, companies and the agencies that we represent?  The class will look at making ethical decisions and establishing an ethical work place as well as work procedures.

“All Risk” is a very misleading term.  Does this Homeowners form provide for coverage on everything?  How does the client perceive this coverage?  Obviously a better term would be “Open Peril.”  But, what does this mean?  We will explore the coverages provided under the Special forms.  Most importantly we will look at the exclusions to see what is not covered.

The most important part of the life insurance sale is the beneficiaries.  Establishing the right designations and submitting it properly avoids future conflict and problems.  The agent needs to be aware of the different options available when assisting the client in submitting the proper wording.  We will look at the issues and concerns centered around establishing proper beneficiary designations.

What is the importance of the “umbrella policy” to the client of the agent.  How do products on the market differ from one another?  What will the product cover and what will it not cover?  How do we best meet the underlying requirements of the umbrella policy?

Understanding problem areas of valuation and concerns. Discussions on agents' duty to company and client, ACV, betterment, aftermarket parts and a few endorsements on the PAP.