When applying for various types of insurance, you may wonder – do insurance companies ask for proof of your occupation? The answer is, it depends on the type of insurance and the specific provider. For certain policies like disability or business insurance, verification of your occupation is often required. For other policies like auto or … Read more
When shopping for insurance, you may come across the terms “admitted” and “non-admitted” insurance carriers. This refers to a company’s status and certification under state regulations. So is Progressive, one of the largest auto and home insurers, an admitted or non-admitted carrier? The short answer is yes, Progressive is an admitted insurance company in all … Read more
When applying for insurance, you will often see a field on the application asking for your “relationship to policyholder”. This simply refers to your connection to the person purchasing and owning the policy. Understanding how to properly fill in this relationship information is key to ensuring you get the appropriate coverage. Who is the Policyholder? … Read more
Paying your monthly health insurance premiums on time is essential to keep your coverage active. But what if you miss a payment? Most health plans provide a grace period where you can catch up before your policy is terminated. However, failing to pay before the grace period expires can lead to loss of coverage. Understanding … Read more
Adverse selection is a significant risk for insurance companies. It occurs when high-risk applicants are able to obtain insurance coverage at rates that do not match their level of risk. This results in the insurance company taking on more risk than they anticipated. Fortunately, insurance companies have strategies to protect themselves from adverse selection. What … Read more
Multiple protection coverage, also known as joint life insurance, provides protection for more than one person through a single policy. This type of coverage can provide important financial security for families and businesses partners. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the key things you need to know about the types of multiple protection coverage available. … Read more
A participating company is a type of insurer that offers participating policies. Participating policies, also known as with-profits policies, are insurance policies that pay dividends to policyholders. These dividends come from the profits earned by the insurance company. Overview of Participating Policies Participating policies have the following key features: Policyholders receive dividends: A portion of … Read more
Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) have become an increasingly popular way to access healthcare in the Philippines. However, there is some confusion around whether getting an HMO plan is mandatory or optional. What is an HMO? A HMO is an organization that provides health insurance plans with coordinated care and controlled costs. HMOs bring together healthcare … Read more
Trustmark and Cigna are two separate companies that work together to provide health insurance and benefits services. However, Trustmark is not part of or owned by Cigna. Overview of Trustmark Trustmark is an insurance company that provides: Voluntary benefits like life, disability, and critical illness insurance Self-funded health plans for small businesses Wellness programs through … Read more
Insurance agents have the option to either work exclusively for a single insurance company or represent multiple insurance companies. The ability of an agent to work with multiple insurance providers depends on whether they are a captive agent or independent agent. Captive vs. Independent Insurance Agents There are two main types of insurance agents: Captive … Read more