THE LATEST NEWS FROM NAIFA-WEST VIRGINIA - NOVEMBER 2013
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OFFICIAL FAMILY: Click HERE for NAIFA-West Virginia's 2013-2014 Officers, Regional Directors and Committee Chairs |
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President's Message
By Terry S. Mathias 2013-2014 NAIFA-West Virginia President
I want to give you a brief report about the National Convention which was held in San Antonio this year from September 28 to October 1. It was a great event with a lot of opportunities to network with other professionals from all over the country, to listen to some inspiring main platform speakers, to attend extremely informative workshops packed with ideas to grow your business, and to enjoy the city of San Antonio (Alamo, Riverwalk, great restaurants, etc.). I met several advisors from Utah, Illinois, Maryland, and Delaware.
I took away a bunch of notes from the convention which I have been applying to my business. One idea that I would like to share with you was from Tom Hegna's workshop on retirement income. He emphasized the fact that retirement is all about income, and stated that a retirement plan is not complete unless it contains the following four components:
- Cover basic expenses with lifetime income annuity.
- Optimize the rest of your portfolio to protect against inflation (Buy income, invest the difference!).
- Plan for long term care.
- Use permanent life insurance to transfer wealth to the next generation.
Life insurance companies are designed to provide solutions like these, and are well positioned to help the 10,000 baby boomers who turn 65 each day. I would encourage you to think about this strategy, especially as you work with your baby boomer clients.
This is just one of the many great ideas that I took away from the convention, and I am already planning to attend next year's National Convention in San Diego celebrating 125 years of NAIFA from September 6-8. I would encourage you to do the same.
In keeping with point 3 above, remember that November is Long Term Care Awareness Month and you have a professional obligation to talk to your clients about long term care. Make sure that each of your clients has a plan in place to deal with long term care. Your clients' families will be grateful that you did.
Finally, make sure to take time this month to thank those family members, friends, peers, and clients who enrich your life.  Life is all about relationships, and in our profession we are blessed to have many wonderful people in our lives.
Give Thanks! |
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THANK YOU TO
OUR SPONSORS! |
For more information about sponsorship opportunities with NAIFA-West Virginia, please contact John Pauley at (304) 345-4343. |
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
We would like to thank the following companies for their continued support of NAIFA-West Virginia and our dedication to the industry.
Raymond S. Phillips, CLU, LTCP
 412-847-0770
Ed Hildebrand, CLU, ChFC, RHU, REBC
304-422-5500
Joe Noca
724-834-3206 |
NAIFA-Charleston CE Opportunity and Monthly Membership Luncheon
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
"LTC Awareness Month"
Two-Hour Morning CE, plus Guest Speaker: Michelle Prather
Regional Manager Director, One America
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SPECIAL INVITATION FOR NAIFA MEMBERS!
SFSP-Charleston Chapter Video Teleconference:
"A Re-Look at Both the Tax Code and the Affordable Care Act"
Earn Two Hours CE Credit!
Wednesday, November 20, 2013 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Edgewood Country Club, 1600 Edgewood Dr., Charleston, WV
NO CHARGE FOR NAIFA MEMBERS! RSVP REQUIRED!
For more information and to RSVP, call or e-mail Executive Director John E. Pauley, CLU, ChFC, CLTC at (304) 345-4343 or johnpauley@ft.newyorklife.com. |
NAIFA Career Conference ReportBy Stephen Biron, CLU, LUTCF
NAIFA-WV National Committeeman
San Antonio, TX was the site of the 2013 NAIFA Career Conference and Annual Meeting, September 28th - October 1st. NAIFA-WV President Terry Mathias represented West Virginia during the Parade of State flags that traditionally opens the convention.
The meeting included something for everyone... a phenomenal line-up of Main Platform speakers, numerous Agent Educational workshops, Advocacy updates from the NAIFA staff, a wide variety of industry vendors, Awards presentations, good food and entertainment on the Riverwalk, a visit to The Alamo, Networking opportunities, making new friends, and much more.
NAIFA-Charleston was recognized on the Main Stage for its Fourth Consecutive Platinum Jack E. Bobo Award representing Excellence in Association Management and Member Benefits. Congratulations to Dale Goff, CLU, CFP (2012-2013 President) and the NAIFA-Charleston Board of Directors for another great job. Charleston was one of only 16 Associations in the Federation to achieve the Platinum (highest) level.
NAIFA Management Membership Achiever Awards were presented to William McCloe Jr. (New York Life) and James Dobbs (Northwestern Mutual). We appreciate your continued support of NAIFA!! NAIFA's new President is John Nichols, CLU, MSM, of Disability Resource Group, Inc. in Chicago. Joining Nichols on NAIFA's Executive Committee are: President-elect Julie Y. McNeely, CFP, CLU, LUTCF, of McNeely Financial Services in Spencer, Wis.; Treasurer Matthew S. Tassey, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, of Principal Financial Group in Portland, Maine; and Secretary Jules O. Gaudreau, Jr., ChFC, CIC of The Gaudreau Group, Inc. in Wilbraham, MA. The delegate council also elected the 2013-2014 Trustees to the Board.
In addition, the proposed dues increase was defeated while the amendment to add YAT (Young Advisors Team) as a permanent Board committee was approved.
Special thanks to our NAIFA-WV attendees: John Pauley, Terry Mathias, Stephen Biron, Sharon Sabo, Jim Peterson, and Kathy Chesley. Click HERE for photo highlights.
The 2014 NAIFA Conference is scheduled for September 6th - 8th in San Diego.
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Executive Director's Report
John E. Pauley, CLU, ChFC, CLTC
As we approach the Holiday Season, it is important to pause and reflect on the many blessings we sometimes take for granted.
LOVE FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS provide the support and encouragement we all need to get through the "tough" times. Take a moment and thank those "special" people in your life for all that they do and tell them how much you appreciate them.
HELP SOMEONE LESS FORTUNATE. This could be a kind word, some quality time, a donation, or volunteering your time to help serve a meal or buy a present for an underprivileged child in your community. There are several worthwhile charities in the area that can use your help..make a call today and help someone in need. You'll be glad you did.
GOOD HEALTH IS TRULY A BLESSING that we don't understand until it's gone. All the money in the world cannot buy your health. Make a commitment to yourself to eat right, exercise, reduce your stress and take care of your self. It's never too late... you owe it to yourself and more importantly... to your family and children.
AND LAST, TAKE JUST A MOMENT TO THANK GOD FOR HIS BLESSINGS, COMPASSION, AND UNDERSTANDING IN HELPING US ALL "DO A LITTLE BETTER JOB" IN THIS SPECIAL CALLING WE HAVE CHOSEN AS LIFE UNDERWRITERS.
Best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving and continued success.
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HEALTH CARE HIGHLIGHTS
Hi, I'm Thom Stevens, NAIFA - West Virginia Lobbyist and Editor of Health Care Highlights.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR CURRENT ISSUE AND ARCHIVE.
We are celebrating the 25th anniversary of our unique health care publication and this year we welcome communications expert Andy Wessels to our team.
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Health Insurance Agents Identify Problems, Issues with Affordable Care Act
Lower-income Americans seeking subsidies particularly affected
While technical defects have prevented millions of consumers from enrolling in the online health insurance marketplace, members of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors say consumers' lack of experience and knowledge in choosing a health plan poses an even greater challenge. "The inability to log on to HealthCare.gov is just the first obstacle consumers face in their efforts to purchase health insurance," said NAIFA President John F. Nichols, MSM, CLU. "Consumers need the expertise that brokers and agents provide in helping them choose a plan that meets their unique needs. We want to be a solution by helping consumers make the right choice on the exchanges. Coverage does not begin and end with enrollment." Nichols said consumers need assistance in three major areas:
Comprehension: Consumers do not understand the various medical plans currently offered on the state and federally-facilitated marketplaces.
Pricing: Consumers are unable to compare the pricing of the plans and determine which plan is best for them and their families.
Application process: Consumers need assistance completing the complex application for coverage.
Subsidies for coverage should be available both inside and outside the exchanges
While millions of Americans have had major difficulties logging on to the site, there is an even greater flaw in the ACA that affects poorer Americans, says NAIFA President John Nichols: Government subsidies are available only to those purchasing plans through the federal and state exchanges, which limits the options of lower income consumers who cannot consider competitive plans outside the exchanges. "Those hurt most by the glitches are the most needy," Nichols said. "Individuals who aren't eligible for subsidies can easily obtain coverage outside the exchanges on the existing market, which isn't filled with glitches and delays. Unfortunately, lower income Americans can only use their subsidies for coverage purchased inside the exchanges. This is one of the reasons NAIFA argued that the subsidies should be available both inside and outside the exchanges." Even if the government can get the exchanges running more smoothly, it still makes sense for consumers to have the freedom to use their subsidies on plans purchased outside the exchanges, Nichols said. "An off-exchange plan may provide more suitable coverage for a particular individual or family, or it may be cheaper than exchange-base alternatives," Nichols added. "Yet consumers, if they need to take advantage of the subsidies, are locked into the limited choices on the exchanges." |
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