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News Index for Monday, May 20, 2013 State Farm Grant provides Economics and Financial Literacy Training to Teachers and Students in California Wed, 15 May 2013, 18:27:55 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 15, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- California Council on Economic Education (CCEE) recently received an $8,000 State Farm Grant to provide financial education training to teachers through CEE's Virtual Economics 4.0 program. The teachers trainings are intended to help educators increase student understanding of economic, personal finance, and entrepreneurship concepts. WTCI Expands Catastrophe Risk Modeling and Consulting Services Wed, 15 May 2013, 12:49:58 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 15, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale Trading Co-Op Insurance Services, LLC (WTCI) has enhanced its Catastrophe Risk Modeling and Consulting Services. WTCI has added Risk Management Solutions catastrophe modeling software to the foundation of its risk modeling services and solutions. In addition, risk modeling professional Bruce Norris, a WTCI director, recently enhanced his personal consulting capabilities by earning the Certified Catastrophe Modeler (CCM) designation from the AIR Institute. Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company Announces Formation of Risk Management Department Tue, 14 May 2013, 16:22:57 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 14, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company (AMIC), the state's fastest growing medical liability insurance company, announced that they are adding a Risk Management Department to support and develop preventative medical practices for their policyholder/owners that will result in effectively minimizing adverse events, reduction in claims and improvement in patient healthcare. EPIC adds Kris Beale as Employee Benefits Senior Compliance Consultant Mon, 13 May 2013, 15:13:28 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 13, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Kris Beale as Employee Benefits Division Senior Compliance Consultant in its San Francisco office. Beale has more than 14 years of experience in employee benefits, regulations, and the analysis of complex legislation. EPIC Named a '2013 Healthiest Employer' by the Sacramento Business Journal Thu, 02 May 2013, 16:26:41 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 2, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage was recently recognized by the Sacramento Business Journal as a '2013 Healthiest Employer.' Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company Earns 'A, Exceptional' Rating Two Years Running Thu, 02 May 2013, 15:43:17 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 2, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For two consecutive years, Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company has received a Financial Stability Rating (FSR) of A, Exceptional, from Demotech, a financial analysis firm specializing in evaluating the financial stability of regional and specialty insurers. EPIC honored as one of the 'Best Places to Work in the Bay Area' for sixth consecutive year Mon, 29 Apr 2013, 08:58:20 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 29, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has again been recognized as a 2013 'Best Place to Work in the Bay Area.' San Francisco Business Times and Silicon Valley Business Journal presented the award jointly. EPIC and Preferred Operator Group Partner to Fight Workers' Compensation Insurance Fraud Wed, 24 Apr 2013, 13:24:25 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons SAN RAMON, Calif., April 24, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, today announced another success in their 'Fraud Doesn't Work Here' campaign in partnership with the California McDonald's Preferred Operator Group (POG). Updated Workplace Guide from LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) Highlights Tax and Employee Benefits of Long-Term Care Insurance Thu, 18 Apr 2013, 04:54:17 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash., April 18, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An updated workplace guide, announced today, describes the tax, productivity, and other benefits of adding the "missing link" to employee benefit packages: long-term care insurance. Titled 'Long Term Care Outreach and Education Program,' the 12-page guide is published by LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Sheryl Smith Joins Wholesale Trading Co-Op in San Francisco Mon, 15 Apr 2013, 15:30:23 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 15, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale Trading Co-Op Insurance Services, LLC (WTCI) announced today that wholesale brokerage industry veteran Sheryl Smith has joined the firm as director. EPIC adds Kelly Kyle as senior account manager in Los Angeles Wed, 10 Apr 2013, 16:15:21 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 10, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Kelly Kyle as a senior account manager in its Los Angeles office. Kyle brings 12 years of experience in the healthcare and wellness insurance sector to EPIC. MFX Selects Prevail Reinsurance System for its Property and Casualty Integrated Insurance Platform Solution Tue, 02 Apr 2013, 05:56:58 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons NEW CANAAN, Conn., April 2, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading insurance technology and services provider, and MFX, a leading provider of hosted IT applications and outsourcing solutions for the Property and Casualty insurance industry, today announced an agreement whereby MFX will provide the Prevail Reinsurance System as a component of MFX's Integrated Insurance Platform, a comprehensive, on-demand, end-to-end solution suite for the Property and Casualty industry. EPIC Advances Strategic Business Plan in Southern California's Inland Empire Mon, 01 Apr 2013, 16:19:33 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons ONTARIO, Calif., April 1, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, today announced key steps in advancing their business strategy in Southern California's Inland Empire. EPIC Announces Strategic Benefits Partnership with Liazon Mon, 25 Mar 2013, 15:59:18 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 25, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center) announced today that its Employee Benefits Practice has launched a strategic partnership offering employers a new way to manage benefit program costs while expanding flexibility, choice and value for their employees. EPIC Expands Fresno Office: California's Fastest Growing Insurance Broker Moves into Larger Offices to Meet Growing Local Demand Thu, 21 Mar 2013, 17:14:42 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons FRESNO, Calif., March 21, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- First opening the doors of a Fresno office in July of 2012, California's fastest growing insurance brokerage is already expanding to meet local demand. EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage that started with just two principals, has since added four more brokers specializing in property and casualty and employee benefits, as well as claims advocacy, account management and client service positions. TAX ALERT: Federal/State Incentives Can Make Long-Term Care Insurance More Attractive Wed, 13 Mar 2013, 04:55:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., March 13, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Considering long-term care insurance? Tax time may be a good time to move your decision to the front burner, because the premiums of many policyholders may be subsidized by tax deductions or credits. So says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. EPIC adds Derek Thomas as Chief Strategy Officer Mon, 04 Mar 2013, 14:39:54 EDT — Edited by Christopher L Simmons SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 4, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Derek Thomas as Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Principal. Thomas brings to EPIC more than 25 years of progressive experience and leadership within insurance companies, brokerage firms, Internet and e-commerce companies, as well as the non-profit sector. PowerGuard's Mike McMullen named 2013 'Power Broker' Thu, 21 Feb 2013, 16:09:40 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 21, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announced today that Risk and Insurance Magazine has recognized managing principal Mike McMullen as one of 2013's alternative energy 'Power Brokers.' McMullen was chosen as a Power Broker for his groundbreaking presentation of risk to the alternative energy market, dedication to providing innovative risk transfer solutions, and superior client service. EPIC adds Principal George Descalso in San Mateo: California's Fastest Growing Brokerage Continues to Attract Top Talent Thu, 14 Feb 2013, 16:22:57 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 14, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added George Descalso as a property and casualty insurance producer and principal in its San Mateo office. A San Francisco Bay Area native, Descalso's insurance career spans 30 years. He brings extensive knowledge of risk management, property and liability insurance and the insurance marketplace to EPIC. Truebridge Acquires Bank-Brokerage Consulting Firm Thu, 14 Feb 2013, 13:15:16 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone BOSTON, Mass., Feb. 14, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Truebridge, Inc., a Boston-based financial services marketing firm for banks and credit unions, has acquired American Brokerage Consultants of St. Petersburg, Florida. The announcement was made today by Stewart Rose, CEO of Truebridge. Leading Long-Term Care Insurance Agency Broadens Scope, Offering Group Plans for Worksites and Expanded Options for Consumers Wed, 13 Feb 2013, 04:50:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 13, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Until recently, long-term care financing has been offered to Americans primarily in the home; and the means of financing has been limited to LTC insurance, for the most part. That's no longer so with LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's largest and most experienced LTCi agencies. Arkansas Mutual Insurance Donates to Impaired Physician Fund Mon, 11 Feb 2013, 15:14:21 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Feb. 11, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company, a medical malpractice insurance carrier for Arkansas physicians, recently donated $15,000 to the Impaired Physician Program administered by the Arkansas Medical Foundation. This is the third annual donation by Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company to this critical support program for physicians in the State of Arkansas. EPIC adds Northern California Benefits Consultant Jennifer Haley Tue, 05 Feb 2013, 14:33:32 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Feb. 5, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of Jennifer Haley as an employee benefits consultant in its Northern California Employee Benefits Division. Haley brings twelve years of experience in the delivery of employee benefits solutions, including fully insured and limited self-funding medical products, to EPIC's growing benefits consulting team. National LTC Network and 3in4 Association Announce Strategic Partnership Tue, 05 Feb 2013, 07:56:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Feb. 5, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National LTC Network (NLTCN) and the 3in4 Association are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership. Since the 3in4 Association's inception, NLTCN has provided sponsorship dollars to support the Association's '3in4 Need More' nationwide public service campaign. Advanced Resources Marketing Announces the Opening of Its Satellite Office in Florida Tue, 15 Jan 2013, 06:57:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone TAMPA, Fla., and BOSTON, Mass., Jan. 15, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Advanced Resources Marketing (ARM), one of the country's largest distributors of Long Term Care Insurance (LTCi) announced today the opening of a satellite distribution office in Tampa, Fla. This location joins the main office in Boston, and satellite offices in Merion Station, Pa., and McLean, Va., as a growing part of ARM's distribution network. EPIC Adds Janice Stanger as Employee Benefits Account Executive in Los Angeles Mon, 14 Jan 2013, 16:37:32 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 14, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Janice Stanger as an account executive on their Los Angeles benefits consulting team. Stanger brings 27 years of experience in healthcare, benefits consulting, human resources, compliance, wellness and client relationship management to EPIC. EPIC adds principals Chad Seiler and Steve Parson in Fresno Wed, 09 Jan 2013, 15:46:31 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FRESNO, Calif., Jan. 9, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Chad Seiler and Steve Parson as property and casualty insurance brokers and principals in its Fresno office. Seiler and Parson bring an extensive knowledge of risk management, property and liability insurance and workers' compensation cost control to EPIC. Alliance Seeks to Ease Shift to Senior Living and Long-Term Care; LTC Financial Partners and Alternatives for Seniors Join Forces Wed, 09 Jan 2013, 06:56:03 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 9, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces an alliance with Alternatives for Seniors, the leading senior housing and services online directory. EPIC welcomes principal Terri Parreira to Fresno Mon, 07 Jan 2013, 14:45:39 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FRESNO, Calif., Jan. 7, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Terri Parreira as a property and casualty insurance producer and principal in its Fresno office. Parreira brings an extensive knowledge of risk management, property and liability insurance and workers' compensation cost control to EPIC. Leading Long Term Care Insurance Distributors Announce Merger Mon, 07 Jan 2013, 08:56:02 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Jan. 7, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National LTC Network is pleased to announce the merger of two of its member firms' Long Term Care insurance brokerage operations. Effective January 1, 2013, Individual Commercial Brokerage, Inc. (ICB) and Gelbwaks Executive Marketing Corp. (GEM) are combining their two award-winning and nationally-recognized operations. EPIC announces acquisition of Homeplace Insurance Brokers Thu, 03 Jan 2013, 16:20:03 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone ONTARIO, Calif., Jan. 3, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today it has entered into an agreement to acquire Homeplace Insurance Brokers, Inc. Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation Names Inaugural 'Oral Health Hero' Fri, 21 Dec 2012, 14:57:24 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone TULSA, Okla., Dec. 21, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation is pleased to name D. Michael Spradlin, DDS, of Tulsa as the recipient of its first Oral Health Hero Award, a new program to recognize the contributions of volunteer dentists across the state. Zen-tinel Partners with Safety, Claims and Litigation Services, LLC Tue, 18 Dec 2012, 14:16:06 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone INDIANA, Pa., Dec. 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Zen-tinel, a national manufacturer and distributor of mobile surveillance systems is pleased to announce it has partnered with Safety, Claims and Litigation Services, LLC (SCLS), an affiliate of National Interstate Insurance Company, to provide Accident Event Recorder (AER) technology to school bus contractors. As a preferred vendor partner, Zen-tinel is offering camera systems which are proven to enhance driver performance, reduce accidents and save lives. A Gift That 'Gives Back' to Aging Parents: Long-Term Care Insurance Wed, 12 Dec 2012, 14:26:40 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Dec. 12, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Why are some middle-aged Americans buying long-term care insurance (LTCi) for their aging parents? It's partly because Mom and Dad may need help with the tasks of daily living, but can't afford a policy to pay for it, according to Denise Gott, National Sales Manager of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). EPIC adds Hali Nielson as senior vice president in Irvine Mon, 03 Dec 2012, 13:40:44 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 3, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Hali Nielson as senior vice president private client services in its Irvine office. Nielson brings 19 years of experience in insurance and risk management for individuals with a high asset base and significant property and liability exposures. EPIC adds Dolores Glass as a principal in San Ramon Mon, 19 Nov 2012, 13:20:19 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN RAMON, Calif., Nov. 19, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Dolores Glass as a principal in their San Ramon construction practice. Glass brings over 20 years of experience in construction industry risk management and property and casualty insurance to EPIC. LTC Financial Partners and 'Dr. Marion' Give 250 Toy Animals to Ronald McDonald House for Kids Needing Care Mon, 12 Nov 2012, 02:56:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 12, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kids with medical needs feel better and get better with tender loving care. So do older family members with disabilities. But human TLC is seldom handy 24/7. That's where a warm, fuzzy toy animal can make a difference. On Monday, November 12, 250 of them are being donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities(R) (RMHC(R)) of Greater Las Vegas by LTC Financial Partners, LLC. EPIC Adds Neil Willian as Account Executive in San Francisco Mon, 05 Nov 2012, 14:26:34 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 5, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Neil Willian as an account executive to their San Francisco construction practice. Willian brings 15 years of experience to EPIC in construction risk, specializing in legal, claims, and insurance risk management. EPIC adds senior account manager Reagan Peralta in San Francisco Thu, 01 Nov 2012, 15:58:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 1, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Reagan Peralta as a senior account manager in its San Francisco office. Peralta brings more than 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, working for national insurance carriers as well as Bay Area-based benefits consulting firms. EPIC honored by Business Insurance Magazine as a 'Best Place to Work in Insurance' for a Third Year Wed, 31 Oct 2012, 12:29:54 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 31, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has again been recognized as a 2012 'Best Place to Work in Insurance' by Business Insurance Magazine and survey co-sponsor Best Companies Group. EPIC adds Cris Nunez as principal in Los Angeles Mon, 29 Oct 2012, 14:42:16 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 29, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Cris Nunez as principal in EPIC's Los Angeles office. Nunez brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial insurance and risk management, with a focus on workers' compensation. EPIC welcomes Benefits Consultant Adam Medeiros Thu, 25 Oct 2012, 14:01:28 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FRESNO, Calif., Oct. 25, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Adam Medeiros as an employee benefits consultant in its Fresno office. Medeiros brings his extensive knowledge of group health and welfare benefits, including ERISA, COBRA and HIPAA, to EPIC's rapidly expanding Fresno team. One-Minute Long-Term Care Quiz Gauges Awareness of Likely Need, Who Pays, and How Sun, 21 Oct 2012, 04:55:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 22, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Has the government got your back on long-term care (LTC), or not? Are the odds small or great that you or a family member will ever need LTC? How safe is a 'wait-and-see' approach to the issue? These key questions are addressed in an online quiz from LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. MEDIA ADVISORY: Title Insurance: Borrowers Are Often Overpaying Fri, 19 Oct 2012, 18:45:16 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 19, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FirstClose Title announced that its CEO, Cynthia Waterman, will be available at the 99th MBA Annual Convention and Exposition at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, Illinois October 21-24 to discuss title insurance issues in the mortgage banking industry and how they can be remedied. She is available by appointment at the show or via phone interviews after the show. EPIC adds Joe Dunn as Vice President of Workers Compensation Claims Thu, 18 Oct 2012, 15:19:35 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FRESNO, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Joe Dunn as Vice President, Workers Compensation Claims in its Fresno office. Dunn brings eleven years of experience in workers compensation, settlement negotiation, and Medicare sectors to EPIC. Vermont Startup Seeks over $1 Billion in Unclaimed Life Contracts Fri, 05 Oct 2012, 13:17:26 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone BURLINGTON, Vt., Oct. 5, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Policy Inspector Inc., a new nationwide provider of comprehensive life insurance policy searches, is pleased to announce the launch of the company's website, content developed by their in-house marketing group. The site embodies Policy Inspector's forward-thinking vision and commitment to the growing needs of the over $1 Billion dollars of unclaimed life insurance policies. EPIC honored as 'Best Place to Work in Orange County' for second consecutive year Mon, 01 Oct 2012, 05:59:25 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, was recently named as one of the Best Places to Work in the Orange County. Led by managing principals, Dan Ryan and Tony D'Asaro, EPIC's Irvine team has received this honor for the second consecutive year. EPIC Expands Into Vintage Auto and Racing Industry Mon, 24 Sep 2012, 14:30:35 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 24, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the formation of a new division, EPIC Motorsports. Operated by EPIC's own collectors and racers, this division provides customers with both the highest level of insurance expertise and extensive knowledge of collector cars, racing, and associated industry vendors. New Book on Medicaid Planning for the Professional Advisor Tue, 18 Sep 2012, 12:38:10 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phylius Press announces the publication of the Professional Edition of its best-selling book 'How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs: Medicaid Secrets' (ISBN-13: 978-0979080173), by attorney K. Gabriel Heiser. The new book, entitled 'Medicaid Planning: From A to Z' teaches attorneys, CPAs, financial planners, insurance agents, and other financial advisors all the rules and planning techniques necessary to advise clients how to qualify for Medicaid and get their nursing home expenses paid without going broke. Do People Over-Estimate the Cost of Long-Term Care Insurance, Depriving Themselves of Vital Protection? Tue, 18 Sep 2012, 02:59:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces a straw poll to let people guess the cost of long-term care insurance, immediately learn what others think, and then get actual numbers from an expert by phone. The poll and follow-up information are designed to correct a misconception that may be leaving most Americans unnecessarily unprotected. EPIC appoints Connie Rowe as Business Development Executive for McDonald's Franchisee Programs Mon, 10 Sep 2012, 14:48:55 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN RAMON, Calif., Sept. 10, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces today that Connie Rowe has been appointed vice president and business development executive in the firm's San Ramon-based Programs Group. Rowe is an experienced risk management professional with 25 years of client-focused service. In this new role, she will expand her support of EPIC's highly successful insurance programs for McDonald's owners and operators to include new business development responsibilities. EPIC adds Jessica Bentson as Senior Account Manager Mon, 27 Aug 2012, 14:38:49 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FOLSOM, Calif., Aug. 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Jessica Bentson as a senior account manager in its Folsom office. Bentson brings eight years of experience in the healthcare and wellness insurance sector. EPIC adds Sarah Ledbetter as Account Manager in Fresno office Wed, 22 Aug 2012, 14:14:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FRESNO, Calif., Aug. 22, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Sarah Ledbetter as a property and casualty insurance account manager in its Fresno office. Ledbetter brings extensive experience in customer service and the management of commercial insurance and risk management programs to EPIC. EPIC adds Benefits Consultant Kate Crouch in Folsom Mon, 20 Aug 2012, 15:16:12 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FOLSOM, Calif., Aug. 20, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Kate Crouch as an employee benefits consultant in its Folsom office. Crouch brings 18 years of experience in group health and welfare benefits as well as insurance negotiations to EPIC's growing benefits consulting team. EPIC adds Joe Costamagna as a Principal in Petaluma Wed, 15 Aug 2012, 14:10:45 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PETALUMA, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Joe Costamagna as a principal in their Petaluma office. Costamagna brings 10 years of experience in insurance and risk management, working with a wide range of businesses and specializing in the construction industry. Labor Day Proposal from Long-Term Care Leader: Thank the Unsung Millions Who Provide Labor of Love, Our Caregivers Mon, 13 Aug 2012, 02:58:40 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Aug. 13, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- All Americans owe a debt of gratitude to those who work for a living. But what about our caregivers, who selflessly tend the disabled - helping them eat, bathe, go to the bathroom, dress? Our society could not function without caregivers, yet we give them short shrift when handing out thank-you's. To rectify this, LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) proposes a Labor Day token of thanks. EPIC adds Ryan Yoo, Senior Vice President, and Ricky Choi, Vice President, in Los Angeles Wed, 08 Aug 2012, 13:51:15 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 8, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the additions of Ryan Yoo and Ricky Choi in EPIC's Los Angeles office. Yoo and Choi are focused on growing EPIC's presence in the Korean business community and bring a combined 40 years of industry experience to this division. EPIC adds Patrick McCaleb and Phil Grove as Principals in Fresno Wed, 18 Jul 2012, 15:52:16 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FRESNO, Calif., July 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the additions of Patrick McCaleb and Phil Grove as principals in EPIC's newest office located in Fresno. Five Questions to Ask a Long-Term Care Specialist Following the Supreme Court's Obamacare Ruling Wed, 18 Jul 2012, 02:59:00 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash., July 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When the Supreme Court upheld The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), uncertainty about health insurance abated. But what about long-term care insurance, which covers in-home, nursing-home, and assisted-living care - expensive services scarcely addressed by regular insurance or Medicare? That issue remains as head-scratching as ever, according to LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Long Term Care Insurance: A Reminder of Independence on Independence Day Tue, 03 Jul 2012, 14:25:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone OVERLAND PARK, Kan., July 3, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As our country celebrates Independence Day, it's an appropriate time to reflect on the value itself, says Terry Truesdell, President and CEO of The National LTC Network. Mirriam-Webster's dictionary defines independent as: not subject to control by others; not requiring or relying on something else; not requiring or relying on others (as for care or livelihood). Calculator-Advisor Combo Reveals Cost of Long-Term Care and Insurance in Any Location Wed, 27 Jun 2012, 02:59:04 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash., June 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces a free service to help consumers learn about the financial risk of needing long-term care someday, and how to manage the risk. The service blends the best of technology with the best of humanity: real, live advisors on the phone. It's a simple two-step process. Texas Partnership and 3in4 Association Team Up to Showcase Long-Term Care Planning Thu, 21 Jun 2012, 02:58:43 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash., June 21, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Texas Long-Term Care Partnership and the 3in4 Association are joining forces to host a series of free seminars in July to encourage people to think about how they're going to pay for their long-term care. International Document Services Modifies Mortgage Document Preparation Software to Accommodate FHA MI Hike Tue, 05 Jun 2012, 17:45:57 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, June 5, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International Document Services (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, has revised its flagship mortgage document preparation system, idsDoc, to reflect the Federal Housing Administration's (FHA) mortgage insurance (MI) premium increase. The increase, one quarter of one point, will be applied to all 15-year and 30-year mortgages backed by the agency. Tina Brink of EPIC Receives 'Top Employee Benefits Consultant' Honor from Leading Industry Publications Mon, 04 Jun 2012, 12:55:06 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN MATEO, Calif., June 4, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today that senior account executive Tina Brink has again been recognized by Risk and Insurance and Human Resource Executive magazines as a 'Top Employee Benefits Consultant' in 2012. Brink is one of only 18 benefits professionals nationwide to be selected for the honor this year. Brink was also named a Top Consultant in 2011. Millions in Workplaces May Get Long-Term Care Insurance, According to Industry Leader Offering Special Report Wed, 23 May 2012, 01:59:05 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., May 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces an agreement with EraNova Institute to distribute a special report on the future of long-term care insurance (LTCI) as an employee benefit. The report will be made available by LTCFP to selected employee benefit brokers, human resource managers, and heads of business and non-profit organizations. Titled 'The LTC Benefit Battle,' the EraNova document is based on interviews with leaders in the insurance, healthcare, and employee benefit fields. Leading Long Term Care Insurance Firm Hosts 3in4 Need More Tour Event Wed, 16 May 2012, 04:59:21 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MasterCare Solutions, a National LTC Network member, hosted the May 11 Oregon stop of the 3in4 Need More Tour. Nathan Sanow, Business Development Manager at MasterCare, and Erica Drake, Marketing Specialist at the firm, accompanied tour spokesperson and elder care expert Dr. Marion Somers ('Dr. Marion') as she addressed the need for long term care planning in Portland, Oregon. Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company Earns 'A Prime' Rating Fri, 27 Apr 2012, 13:18:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company has earned a Financial Stability Rates(R) (FSR) of A, Exceptional from Demotech, Inc. This level of FSR is assigned to insurers who possess unsurpassed financial stability related to maintaining positive surplus as regards policyholders, liquidity of invested assets, an acceptable level of financial leverage, reasonable loss and loss adjustment expense reserves and realistic pricing. Jeffrey R. Jamison Joins Wholesale Trading Co-Op in New York City Mon, 23 Apr 2012, 14:14:32 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale Trading Co-Op Insurance Services, LLC (WTCI) announced today that Jeffrey R. Jamison has joined the firm as Assistant Vice President. Jamison will be based in New York City and will be responsible for providing casualty brokerage services to WTCI retail broker members and their clients. Republican Candidate Leads President Obama in Straw Poll on Long-Term Care Insurance Support, an Issue Affecting Most Households Wed, 18 Apr 2012, 04:58:30 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., April 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a tight presidential race, voter sentiment on religion, race, jobs or contraception could tip the balance. Or 'the decisive issue just might be a health problem that jeopardizes almost every American family,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Long Term Care Insurance Marketer Wins Coveted 'Social Media Rockstar' Finalist Award Wed, 11 Apr 2012, 08:59:34 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone OVERLAND PARK, Kan., April 11, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long Term Care Associates (LTCA), a member of the National LTC Network, was recently announced a finalist in the 'Social Media Rockstars - Organizations' category of SENIORHOMES.COM 2012 BEST OF THE WEB AWARDS. The contest sought to identify the most valuable resources across the web for seniors, caregivers and industry professionals in 10 categories, and was judged by a panel of leading experts in the senior living industry. John Grendi Joins Third Law Sourcing Wed, 04 Apr 2012, 15:53:25 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone DULUTH, Ga., April 4, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- John Grendi has joined Third Law Sourcing as a principal and member of the management team. Grendi has over 20 years of management, consulting and business development experience serving healthcare, banking, financial technology and business services clients. EPIC adds Stan Sanchez as Principal in San Francisco Tue, 27 Mar 2012, 16:46:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Stan Sanchez as principal in their San Francisco office. A veteran of more than 10 years in the insurance industry, Sanchez will focus on providing risk management and insurance solutions to successful individuals with a high asset base and significant property and liability exposures. Financial Foundation Group - Making a Sterile Environment Fun for Kids Tue, 27 Mar 2012, 15:10:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone DENVER, Colo., March 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Financial Foundation Group, also known as FFG, spends the typical work week helping people review their retirement accounts, college savings, investment safety, and life insurance needs. As the New Year began, the representatives of FFG were looking for a different way to help others and decided to brighten the day for some children who were not feeling their best. EPIC adds Lou Razzano as Principal in San Ramon Wed, 21 Mar 2012, 14:47:42 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN RAMON, Calif., March 21, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of Lou Razzano as Principal and Business Development Executive. Razzano will be based in the company's San Ramon, California office and report to managing principal, Brian Quinn. China Sunergy adopts PowerGuard's PowerClip Warranty Solution Tue, 13 Mar 2012, 08:59:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., March 13, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announced today that China Sunergy Co. Ltd. (China Sunergy - NASDAQ:CSUN), a specialized solar cell and module manufacturer, has joined the growing number of solar energy providers globally to adopt PowerGuard's unique PowerClip extended warranty protection. LTC Financial Partners Ramps Up Long-Term Care Insurance Offerings as Prudential Exits Individual LTC Insurance Market Thu, 08 Mar 2012, 12:30:30 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., March 8, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) discloses plans to offer a beefed-up array of long-term care insurance choices for individuals and employee groups. The offerings are from multiple insurance carriers. Hilton Brown named as Vice President of Claims Management for PowerGuard Mon, 05 Mar 2012, 15:11:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., March 5, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announced today the addition of Hilton Brown as Vice President of Claims Management. Specializing in claims management and client advocacy, Brown brings 22 years of experience to the PowerGuard team. Ask Your Employer About Long-Term Care Insurance - You May Qualify More Easily and Get a Special Rate Tue, 28 Feb 2012, 05:58:37 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 28, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today one of America's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies - LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) - reveals a little-known secret for people in the market for LTC insurance. 'Just ask your employer about it,' says Dan Cahn, LTCFP's Senior Vice President of Business Development. Doing so could save you time, paperwork, and money - even if your workplace has no group LTC benefit in force. Allen Amos of EPIC named one of 2012's 'Power Brokers' Mon, 27 Feb 2012, 15:33:38 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN RAMON, Calif., Feb. 27, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today that Allen Amos has been recognized by Risk and Insurance Magazine as one of 2012's property and casualty insurance 'Power Brokers.' This is the second consecutive year Amos has been so recognized. Financial Foundation Group (FFG)'s Belinda A. Hoover Appointed Vice President Thu, 23 Feb 2012, 06:58:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone DENVER, Colo., Feb. 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Belinda Hoover has been promoted to Vice President of Client Services with the Financial Foundation Group. In Belinda Hoover's 20 years of business experience she was an executive with an engineering consulting and training company where amongst her corporate management duties as Chief Administrative Officer; her responsibilities included the administration of the corporate insurance and benefits program. EPIC adds Hilton Brown as Vice President of Claims Management Tue, 21 Feb 2012, 15:01:49 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 21, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today the addition of Hilton Brown who will oversee client claims and advocacy in the company's Los Angeles and Irvine offices. Brown will also provide claims support for sister company PowerGuard Insurance Services, located in Irvine, Calif. Brown brings 22 years of claims management and client advocacy experience to EPIC. MedAmerica and LTC Financial Partners Announce a Broad Suite of Long-Term Care Insurance Products for the Workplace Thu, 16 Feb 2012, 05:58:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 16, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today MedAmerica Insurance Company (MedAmerica) and LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announce a distribution agreement to make a broad suite of long-term care insurance products available at reduced underwriting and multi-life discounts to employees. The policy suite is the latest incarnation of multi-life LTC insurance, a relatively new, increasingly-popular type of employee benefit that is proliferating faster than traditional group LTC plans. The Financial Foundation Group Brightens up the Larimer Humane Society Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 19:07:21 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone FORT COLLINS, Colo., Jan. 31, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2012 has started off on the correct foot for the Loveland Branch of Financial Foundation Group, also known as FFG. The company spends the typical work week helping people review their retirement accounts, college savings, investment safety, and life insurance needs. This past week the staff not only focused on the usual, but also spread its wings into the community once again for another volunteer project. TAX TIP: Get Long-Term Care Insurance NOW to Qualify for Deduction Next Year Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 04:59:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long-term care insurance is subsidized, in effect, by Uncle Sam. 'For many people, a large part of their premium cost is deductible on their federal tax return,' says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). 'That doesn't make coverage free, but it makes it more affordable for millions.' LTCFP is one of the nation's largest and most experienced agencies specializing in long-term care insurance. Leading Long-Term Care Agency Is Bouncing Back Like Chris Gardner, Hero of 'Pursuit of Happyness,' the Movie Starring Will Smith Tue, 24 Jan 2012, 05:59:22 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 24, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Christopher Gardner, played by Will Smith in 'The Pursuit of Happyness' (Columbia Pictures, 2006), was jobless and homeless with a baby boy to support. He bounced back, gaining wealth and a future for his son. Inspired by this example, LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) invited Gardner to speak at the company's annual meeting, held this year in New Orleans, January 13-15. Lightway Green New Energy Co., Ltd. locks in PowerGuard's PowerClip warranty solution Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 07:59:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 23, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announced today that solar panel manufacturer Lightway Green New Energy Co. Ltd. ('Lightway') has joined the growing number of solar energy providers globally that have adopted PowerGuard's unique PowerClip(TM) extended warranty protection. EPIC Programs Group Enhances Pizza Restaurant and Delivery Operators Insurance Program Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 15:21:47 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand SAN RAMON, Calif., Jan. 18, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Programs Group, a managing underwriter and program administrator providing leading-edge risk management and insurance solutions nationally, announced that they have expanded the menu of coverage available in their newest program for Pizza Restaurants and Delivery Operators. Dubbed 'SLICE' (safety, loss control, insurance, coverage, expertise), the program now includes customized Commercial Excess Liability Coverage designed specifically for Pizza Delivery Operators. PowerGuard's PowerClip Warranty Solution Adopted by Global Solar Energy Services Provider, SunEdison Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 14:48:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 17, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announces that leading global provider of solar energy services, SunEdison, a client of retail insurance broker Lockton Companies, has joined the growing number of solar energy providers to adopt PowerGuard's unique PowerClip extended warranty protection. PowerGuard's PowerClip(TM) implemented by Talesun Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 06:58:22 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 12, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announces that leading solar manufacturer, Talesun, has joined the growing number of global solar panel manufacturers to choose PowerGuard's unique PowerClip extended warranty protection. PowerGuard's PowerClip Warranty Solution Adopted by Chinese solar panel manufacturer LONG ENERGY (Shenglong, Suzhou Shenglong PV-Tech Co., Ltd.) Mon, 09 Jan 2012, 14:48:09 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 9, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announces that leading Chinese solar manufacturer, LONG ENERGY (Shenglong, Suzhou Shenglong PV-Tech Co., Ltd.), a client of Marsh Los Angeles, has joined the growing number of China-based solar panel manufacturers to adopt PowerGuard's unique PowerClip extended warranty protection. Baseball Players Make Healthcare Home Run - Gaining Protection against Rising Long-Term Care Costs Wed, 04 Jan 2012, 04:58:13 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PLACENTIA, Calif., Jan. 4, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the Association of Professional Ball Players of America (APBPA) announces the selection of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) to offer long-term care education and long-term care insurance coverage to their 11,000 Members. For members that choose to purchase the insurance, applications for individual policies will be completed by LTCFP and underwritten by Transamerica Life Insurance Company. PowerGuard's PowerClip Warranty Solution Adopted by China-based Manufacturer of Solar Modules, ZNShine Tue, 03 Jan 2012, 15:11:46 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services announces that Chinese solar manufacturer, ZNShine, has joined the growing number of international solar panel manufacturers adopting PowerGuard's unique PowerClip extended warranty protection. Looking for a New Year's Resolution That's Quick and Easy to Keep? Tue, 27 Dec 2011, 15:47:54 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Dec. 27, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for a New Year's resolution that's not a sweat, like losing 15 pounds or going off cigarettes? 'Consider resolving to investigate long-term care insurance,' says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). 'It's a snap to accomplish, takes just minutes, and you'll breathe easier about your future.' The Top Ten Reasons Long-Term Care Insurance May Be the Best Holiday Gift Ever Thu, 15 Dec 2011, 13:59:09 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Dec. 15, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or another end-of-year holiday, long-term care insurance just might be the best present you could possibly give. 'That may sound crazy,' says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). Avoiding the Long-Term Care Wipeout by Riding the Life-Extension Wave Wed, 14 Dec 2011, 13:43:00 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J., Dec. 14, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the EraNova Institute announces the publication of a special report, Avoiding the Long-Term Care Wipeout by Riding the Life-Extension Wave. 'It offers a win-win-win strategy that can enrich three constituencies while helping America thrive again,' says Richard W. Samson, Director of EraNova and author of the report. Long-Term Care Awareness Campaign '3 in 4 Need More' Gains Additional Support and New Board Members Thu, 01 Dec 2011, 17:14:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Dec. 1, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In November the 3in4 Association added seven new members to its advisory board, and received increased support from two insurance carriers: John Hancock, an existing member of the organization, and Genworth, which provided sponsorship of a meaningful consumer study. 'We're gaining momentum,' says Mark Goldberg, Treasurer of the association that runs the '3 in 4 Need More' campaign. Thanksgiving - A Perfect Time to Talk Turkey About Long-Term Care Mon, 21 Nov 2011, 04:57:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 21, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thanksgiving is a time to join with family to say thanks for life's blessings. It can also be a time to make sure those blessings continue year after year, uninterrupted by the financial impact of long-term health issues. 'According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, about 7 in 10 of us over age 65 will need long-term care at some point,' says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). LTC Financial Partners Selected by American Senior Benefits Association to Provide Long-Term Care Education and Insurance Thu, 17 Nov 2011, 13:29:02 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 17, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the American Senior Benefits Association (ASBA) announced the selection of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) to provide long-term care education and insurance for members and their families. The aim of the ASBA Long-Term Care Insurance Program is to supply education on the financial risks associated with long-term care and how a long-term care insurance policy can transfer these risks from a member's assets to that of an insurance carrier. IDS Adds Flood Insurance Disclosure to Mortgage Doc Packages Thu, 10 Nov 2011, 16:14:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 10, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International Document Services (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, announced that a new disclosure relating to flood insurance is now available through the idsDoc doc prep platform. EPIC adds Scott Gunnison as Principal, Strategic Development Tue, 08 Nov 2011, 13:59:21 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 8, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Scott Gunnison as Principal, Strategic Development. Gunnison brings more than 30 years of diversified insurance underwriting, retail and wholesale brokerage, specialty program development, and operations experience to EPIC. He will be based in Chicago and report directly to EPIC president and co-founder, John Hahn. Consumers Remain in Denial about Planning for Long-Term Care According to New Study Tue, 08 Nov 2011, 05:57:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 8, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of adults believe that long-term care insurance should be purchased between the ages of 45-64, yet 82 percent of this age group have not purchased a policy, finds a new study from the 3in4 Association. The study, sponsored by Genworth Financial, also shows that since the 2008 financial crisis, only 20 percent of adults have taken any action on their financial strategy and almost half of respondents do not expect to add anything to their plan in the next two years. EPIC adds Scott Lihme as Principal in Irvine Mon, 07 Nov 2011, 15:18:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 7, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of property and casualty insurance broker and risk management consultant, Scott Lihme as a principal in the company's Irvine, Calif. office. Lihme brings 25 years of underwriting, production, client advocacy and program management experience to EPIC. EPIC honored by North Bay Business Journal with Healthiest Company Award Tue, 01 Nov 2011, 17:09:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, is being recognized by the North Bay Business Journal with a 2011 Healthiest Companies award. National Long Term Care Insurance Distributor Endorses Reverse Mortgage Course Provider Fri, 21 Oct 2011, 06:55:11 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Oct. 21, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National LTC Network, an alliance of leading distributors of long term care insurance, announced today its endorsement of the American C.E. Institute, LLC. EPIC Honored as One of 2011's 'Healthiest Employers of the Bay Area' by Leading Business Journals Thu, 20 Oct 2011, 07:59:37 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 20, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has been recognized as one of 2011's 'Healthiest Employers of the Bay Area.' Long-Term Care Alert: As Government Support Shrinks, LTC Leader Says 'We're Here to Help You' Thu, 20 Oct 2011, 05:59:02 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 20, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today one of the nation's largest long-term care insurance agencies announces a national effort to help all Americans with their long-term care financing needs. The company is LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), which represents multiple insurance carriers. November Is Long-Term Care Awareness Month, a Good Time for Local Groups to Schedule Informational Seminars Wed, 19 Oct 2011, 14:47:59 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 19, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Each November, during Long-Term Care Awareness month, Americans are reminded to think about their future care needs. For those who want to get serious about it, a seminar is available to answer all questions. It's provided free to local groups by LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest long-term care insurance agencies representing multiple carriers. Long Term Care Insurance Specialist and Attorney Helen Boyer Goes to Bat for Washington State Consumers Needing LTC Protection Thu, 13 Oct 2011, 22:15:38 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 13, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Washington state residents are about to be rewarded for planning ahead for their long-term care (LTC) needs, but the forthcoming program will be even better with a few tweaks. So says Helen Boyer, who testified on October 11 before the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Boyer, a Bellevue-based attorney specializing in insurance law, is a Partner with LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's largest long-term care insurance agencies representing multiple carriers. Title Insurance Becomes an Important Client Retention Tool for Real Estate Pros Thu, 13 Oct 2011, 08:58:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone TOMS RIVER, N.J., Oct. 13, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Counsellors Title Insurance Agency, Inc. founder Ralph Aponte sees new value and significance emerging for the role of title insurance, especially within real estate markets that have been impacted by pressures of the recent economic trend. EPIC Programs Group Introduces Comprehensive Pizza Restaurant and Delivery Operators Insurance Package Wed, 28 Sep 2011, 18:09:55 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN RAMON, Calif., Sept. 28, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Programs Group, a managing underwriter and program administrator providing leading-edge risk management and insurance solutions nationally, announces the launch of their newest program for Pizza Restaurants and Delivery Operators. Dubbed 'SLICE' (safety, loss control, insurance, coverage, expertise), the new program specifically addresses a significant exposure and principle risk management concern of Pizza Delivery Operators: liability resulting from their delivery drivers. Title Insurance Providing Stability and Continuity to New Jersey Real Estate Industry Tue, 27 Sep 2011, 08:57:33 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone TOMS RIVER, N.J., Sept. 27, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Counsellors Title Agency, Inc. principal Ralph Aponte sees title insurance providing a stabilizing force within the New Jersey real estate industry through its function of insuring property title. Consequently, with greater scrutiny being given to each and every aspect of the real estate transaction, increased attention is coming upon the role of title agent in New Jersey and the fiscal position of the insurance carrier. As Health Reform Takes Effect, Companies Must Offer Long-Term Care Insurance to Employees, But There's a Roadblock Tue, 27 Sep 2011, 06:55:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 27, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As part of health reform, American companies are required to enable their employees to participate in the public option for long-term care insurance, known as the Community Living Assistance and Supports (CLASS) program. Now being fleshed out by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CLASS -- though postponed until 2013 -- calls for employees to be automatically enrolled, with payroll deductions, unless they opt out. McMullen and PowerGuard named 2011 Risk Innovator and Responsibility Leader by Risk and Insurance Magazine Wed, 21 Sep 2011, 19:57:26 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 21, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services - a Managing General Agent specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries - today announced that Managing Principal Mike McMullen was named by Risk & Insurance magazine as a 2011 Risk Innovator. Long-Term Care Insurance Can Be Cheaper than Do-It-Yourself Caregiving, Leading Agency Advises Mon, 19 Sep 2011, 08:59:22 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 19, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If one of your aging parents suddenly needs help with the tasks of daily living, who will provide it? You? 'If that's your default plan,' says Craig Smith, President of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), 'be prepared for sticker shock. Your services don't come free.' LTCFP is one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. PowerGuard adds Business Development Executive Jeff Sharer in New Jersey Tue, 06 Sep 2011, 18:25:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services - a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries - today announced that risk management, financial services and alternative energy professional Jeff Sharer has joined the company as Business Development Executive. PowerGuard adds Business Development Executive Tim Kinsella in New York Fri, 02 Sep 2011, 17:21:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services - a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries - today announced that risk management, financial services and alternative energy professional Tim Kinsella has joined the company as a business development executive. LTC Financial Partners Named to INC 5000 Four Years in a Row Wed, 24 Aug 2011, 08:59:35 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The economy has not been doing great, but LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) has. This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTCFP No. 2,483 among all companies, and No. 25 among companies in the insurance industry, in its annual ranking of the nation's 5000 fastest-growing companies. LTCFP also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2008, 2009 and 2010. EPIC adds Victor McKnight as Principal and Employee Benefits Consultant in Petaluma Tue, 23 Aug 2011, 21:45:00 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand PETALUMA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of employee benefits consultant Victor (Vic) McKnight as a principal in the company's Petaluma, Calif. office. McKnight brings 16 years of insurance and employee benefits program management experience to EPIC. PowerGuard adds Sales Executive Rex Lyon in Irvine Mon, 15 Aug 2011, 18:59:25 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services - a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries - today announced that Rex Lyon has joined the company as vice president. Inc. 5000 Company Seeks World-Class Sales Managers for Exploding Market Mon, 15 Aug 2011, 08:51:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies, is looking for high-performing sales managers to build teams and drive business in key geographic areas. 'According to surveys, about three in four Americans over 65 are concerned about needing long-term care services at some point,' says Denise Gott, LTCFP's Chairman and National Sales Manager. As Deficit Reduction Threatens Long-Term Care Support, Private Group Steps In to Bolster Government Intentions Thu, 11 Aug 2011, 08:55:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With federal purse strings tightening, Americans are likely to need a mix of private and diminished government resources to pay for their long-term care. To help people achieve the right mix, free presentations are being offered nationwide by LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the country's largest long-term care insurance agencies. EPIC Enhances North Bay Services with Opening of New Offices Wed, 10 Aug 2011, 19:03:33 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PETALUMA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the opening of new offices in Petaluma. The new EPIC facility, featuring a multi-media training room for risk management, insurance, employee benefits and safety seminars, will help the EPIC team serve the growing needs of North Bay clients in a wide range of industries. These industries include wine making, construction, non-profits and the public sector. EPIC adds Kathleen Holmes as Senior Account Executive Thu, 04 Aug 2011, 20:25:30 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Kathleen 'Kathy' Holmes as a senior account executive in its Employee Benefits Division. Kathy brings nearly 25 years of experience in the health insurance and employee benefits industry. She will be based in EPIC's Irvine, Calif. branch office and report to Steve Vilas, Employee Benefits Division, Chief Operating Officer. EPIC adds Linda Campbell as Account Executive in Los Angeles Tue, 02 Aug 2011, 20:27:57 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has added Linda Campbell as an account executive. Campbell brings more than 40 years of experience in the property and casualty insurance industry to her new assignment. Long-term Care Advocate Dr. Marion Finds Common Ground with the Dalai Lama and Tibet's Prime Minister in Exile Thu, 21 Jul 2011, 08:58:01 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand WASHINGTON, D.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Friday, July 15, universal principles of eldercare were affirmed by exiled Tibetan leaders and Dr. Marion Somers, the pre-eminent U.S. advocate for better long-term care. Dr. Marion was in Washington, D.C., representing the 3in4 Association on a national tour. Looking for a Free Speaker on a Hot Topic? Hundreds Available for 'Long-Term Healthcare Planning Options for Americans' Thu, 14 Jul 2011, 19:24:03 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces the availability of hundreds of experts who will speak to local groups supporting a new national awareness campaign. The campaign is titled 3in4 Need More, www.3in4needmore.com, and it is about educating Americans on all their long term care planning options. Millennium Administrators, Inc. Has Been Selected by The City of Scranton, Pennsylvania to Provide Benefit Administration for Active Fire and Police Tue, 12 Jul 2011, 18:45:03 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SCHWENKSVILLE, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Millennium Administrators, Inc., a benefits administrator, has signed a contract with the City of Scranton to provide benefit administration services for over 500 city employees. Millennium is providing administrative oversight for the city benefit program, including cost containment initiatives, claim audits and administrative services to enhance cost saving initiatives at the City of Scranton. PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services unveils new PowerWrap Solar Project Performance Guarantee Policy Thu, 07 Jul 2011, 18:53:06 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services - a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries - today announced the availability of PowerGuard's latest insurance solution for the solar industry: the PowerWrap Solar Project Performance Guarantee Policy. Long-Term Care Independence: Something to Think About on the 4th of July Tue, 28 Jun 2011, 17:50:41 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Independence Day, if you're a potential long-term caregiver or one who may need care, why not resolve to protect your own independence in the years to come? This advice comes from LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. California Long-Term Care in Jeopardy - Well-Intentioned Bill Threatens to Boost Insurance Rates and Undermine Care Tue, 14 Jun 2011, 20:21:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Concerned that long-term care insurance rates might go up? 'The California Assembly feels your pain,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), 'but they just passed a bill, AB 999, that will only make matters worse if the State Senate also passes it.' LTCFP is one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies, representing multiple carriers. PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services' Unique Warranty Solutions Benefit Solar Panel Manufacturing and Photovoltaic Projects Worldwide Thu, 09 Jun 2011, 21:04:20 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Solar panel manufacturers in China and around the world continue looking for ways to provide greater economic certainty with their products, says PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services. Guaranteeing warranty terms through the use of insurance provides the certainty manufacturers and their customers look for, as well as long-term stability for the industry. Long-Term Care Expert Denise Gott to be Featured on 21st Century Business Television, CNBC, June 10 Wed, 08 Jun 2011, 08:57:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scant planning for long-term care is a big problem in America. Prudential Financial Inc. notes that 74 percent of consumers ages 55 to 65 (about three in every four of us) polled for a recent survey said they are concerned about needing some kind of long-term care. 'Yet nearly 54 percent of Baby Boomers, now entering their retirement years, believe Medicare or health insurance will cover their long-term care needs, when they won't,' says Denise Gott, of LTC Financial Partners. Tina Brink of EPIC Honored as 2011 Top Employee Benefits Consultant and Responsibility Leader Thu, 02 Jun 2011, 20:27:53 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN MATEO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today that Senior Account Executive Tina Brink has been recognized by Risk & Insurance and Human Resource Executive magazines as a 2011 'Top Employee Benefits Consultant' and as an industry 'Responsibility Leader.' EPIC Adds Michele Childers as Account Executive in Folsom Wed, 01 Jun 2011, 18:34:21 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Michele Childers as an employee benefits account executive in its Folsom office. Michele brings a strong background in marketing and product knowledge, benefit plan design and client service. When Financial Advisors Recommend Long-Term Care Insurance, They Can Save Their Clients and Themselves a Bundle Thu, 26 May 2011, 11:59:04 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A New Jersey naval architect watched helplessly as over $1 million dollars disappeared into the health-care system: all the assets of his mom and dad in their final years. Like most middle-class Americans, the naval architect and his parents had missed an estate planning gap. Their financial advisors (FA's) missed it too. No long term care insurance (LTCi). 'This was an expensive omission,' says Jonas Roeser, of LTC Financial Partners LLC. LTC Financial Partners Joins Times Square's 'Dancing Grandmas' to Kick Off Long-Term Care Awareness Campaign Thu, 26 May 2011, 08:55:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Braving a threat of thunderstorms, busy New Yorkers and vacationing tourists gathered in Times Square Tuesday morning to hear classical music by Juilliard students followed by a 'flash mob' of seemingly disabled older people who suddenly abandoned their crutches to begin dancing joyfully. That captured the crowd's attention. What was up? The question was soon answered by Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC. Prevail Launches the Prevail Reinsurance System Hosted Solution Tue, 24 May 2011, 09:56:24 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand NEW CANAAN, Conn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading software and technology services provider for the property and casualty insurance industry, today announced the launch of its Prevail Reinsurance System Hosted Solution. Companies will now have the ability to manage their reinsurance business in a secure and scalable environment, while reducing the costs associated with in-house IT infrastructure, personnel and maintenance. Long-Term Care Insurance Pioneer Lays Out Path for Bold Growth of His Industry Thu, 19 May 2011, 09:59:52 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In the long-term care insurance (LTCi) sales field, business has been pretty flat for the past few years. But that can change dramatically 'if we're willing to reinvent ourselves,' said Cameron Truesdell of LTCFP in a keynote speech at the 2011 National LTCi Producers Summit. PowerGuard adds Gayle Nakahodo as VP of Operations Thu, 12 May 2011, 20:29:55 EDT — Edited by Jessica Sand IRVINE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services - a Managing General Agent and Lloyds cover holder specializing in unique insurance and risk management solutions for the wind and solar energy industries - announced today that Gayle Nakahodo has joined the company as vice president of operations. Maine's Todd Grove Honored as Nation's Top Long-Term Care Insurance Specialist Tue, 10 May 2011, 08:58:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PORTLAND, Maine (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At a recent conference Todd Grove of Portland, Maine, was singled out as the nation's 'top producer' in 2010 by LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP). Grove won the same honor in several previous years, distinguishing himself among colleagues nationwide. EPIC Honored as 'Best Place to Work' for 4th Consecutive Year Thu, 28 Apr 2011, 21:36:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, has been recognized again as a 'Best Place to Work in the Bay Area' by both the San Francisco Business Times and the San Jose / Silicon Valley Business Journal. EPIC has been similarly honored through a survey of their Bay Area team members each year since the company was founded in 2007. Insurance Leader Launches 'Worksite Academy' to Support Employers with Long-Term Care Education Wed, 27 Apr 2011, 08:59:12 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces the formation of a new division called Worksite Academy to help solve a critical problem for employers: maintaining productivity with an aging workforce. EPIC adds Edward J. Reidy as Principal in San Francisco Tue, 26 Apr 2011, 18:53:08 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Edward J. Reidy as principal. Reidy brings 30 years of Fortune 50, Big Five professional services, early stage technology / organic food enterprise and risk management and insurance experience to the EPIC team. Easter Message for Those with Retirement Plans: Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket Wed, 20 Apr 2011, 08:59:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Regardless of your faith, you might benefit from the following Easter-week advice: Take some of the nest eggs in your nest-egg basket and put them into another basket, one devoted to long-term care needs. Otherwise, your retirement dreams could be suddenly shattered. So says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP). Statewide Insurance Continues Expansion, adds Oregon to States in which Broker Provides Contractors Insurance Tue, 19 Apr 2011, 22:25:03 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PASADENA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Statewide Insurance Brokers, a leading provider of contractors insurance for general liability, workers compensation, commercial vehicle coverage and bonds, has added Oregon to the states the company is licensed to operate in. Millennium Administrators, Inc. Has Been Selected by the County of Middlesex, New Jersey to Provide Stand-alone RX Benefit Administration Fri, 15 Apr 2011, 09:59:37 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SCHWENKSVILLE, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Millennium Administrators, Inc., a pharmacy benefits administrator, has signed a contract with the County of Middlesex, NJ to provide stand-alone pharmacy benefit services for County employees and their dependents. Millennium is providing administrative oversight for the stand-alone pharmacy benefit program, including cost containment initiatives, claim audits and administrative services to enhance cost saving initiatives at the County. '3 in 4 Need More' Campaign Makes Splash in Vegas, Highlighting Need for Long-Term Care Planning Thu, 14 Apr 2011, 08:57:08 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On April 3 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the '3 in 4 Need More' campaign - run by the 3in4 Association - made its second public appearance, following the first in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 8. This month's appearance took place during the 2011 LTCi Producers Summit, run by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). Julie Sylim-Uang Joins Wholesale Trading Co-Op in San Francisco Wed, 13 Apr 2011, 19:46:17 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale Trading Co-Op Insurance Services, LLC (WTCI) announced today that wholesale binding authority/program industry veteran, Julie Sylim-Uang, CPCU, has joined the firm as vice president/commercial accounts. Counsellors Title Announces Title Insurance Expert, Carmine P. Giordano, to Join Its Toms River, New Jersey Headquarters Tue, 12 Apr 2011, 10:59:12 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone TOMS RIVER, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Counsellors Title Agency, Inc. announces that Carmine P. Giordano, a licensed title producer with 40 years of title experience, is joining its Toms River, New Jersey headquarters. EPIC Adds Daniel J. Pierro, Jr. as Principal in Los Angeles Tue, 05 Apr 2011, 19:33:32 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Daniel J. Pierro, Jr. as principal and senior employee benefits consultant. His addition comes through the acquisition of his company P&C Financial and Insurance Services, Inc. where he was owner and president. Pierro brings a strong background in all phases of employee benefits consulting. Does Your 401k Need Long-Term Care Insurance? Wed, 30 Mar 2011, 09:59:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- People need insurance, but do retirement funds? 'Absolutely,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP). 'If you're not thinking about your own health as you age, think about the health of your 401k or IRA. If your retirement vehicle becomes disabled or loses life blood, how can it support you when you need it?' David Bamford Joins Wholesale Trading Co-Op in San Francisco Mon, 28 Mar 2011, 17:46:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale Trading Co-Op Insurance Services, LLC (WTCI) announced today that wholesale brokerage industry veteran David Bamford has joined the firm as vice president/casualty broker. At Long-Term Care Conference in Las Vegas, '3 in 4 Need More' Campaign Will Make Its Second Road Show Appearance Tue, 22 Mar 2011, 10:57:02 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Sunday April 3 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the '3 in 4 Need More' campaign will make its second public appearance, following the first in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 8. The campaign seeks to inform Americans that health insurance isn't enough. Millions of us need more: some form of long-term care insurance or planning to cover longer-lasting illnesses and disabilities not covered by regular insurance or Medicare. Leading Long-Term Care Educator Forms Alliance with Florida's Largest Source of In-home Care Thu, 17 Mar 2011, 18:49:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), which educates Americans on the need to plan for long-term care, announces a strategic alliance with Caregiver Services Inc. (CSI), which provides in-home care so people don't have to leave their homes to receive care elsewhere. Six Long-Term Care Insurance Carriers Now Back '3 in 4 Need More' Campaign Mon, 07 Mar 2011, 18:53:21 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the 3in4 Association, promoters of the '3 in 4 Need More' campaign, announces the sponsorship of six insurance carriers: John Hancock, Mutual of Omaha, LifeSecure, MedAmerica, Prudential, and Transamerica. 'They're providing the support we need to start getting our message out,' says Jonas Roeser, a member of the association's three-member Executive Committee, which also includes Margie Barrie and Mark Goldberg. Prevail Reinsurance System Selected by Triple-S Propiedad Wed, 02 Mar 2011, 11:59:45 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone NEW CANAAN, Conn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading insurance industry consulting and technology services provider, today announced a contract with Triple-S Propiedad, Inc. to license the Prevail Reinsurance System to support all of Triple-S's reinsurance operations. Triple-S Propiedad has utilized a variety of Prevail's technology consulting services over the past 10 years. Long-Term Care Advocate Dr. Marion Will Endorse '3 in 4 Need More' Campaign at Atlanta Conference Wed, 02 Mar 2011, 09:59:55 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., March 2, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On March 8 in Atlanta, the '3 in 4 Need More' campaign will get a boost from Dr. Marion Somers, the long-term care planning advocate who is a frequent guest on programs such as Good Morning America, Today Show, and NBC Nightly News. Appearing on Fox and CNBC TV, Denise Gott, Long-Term Care Expert, Will Reveal Alarming 'Awareness Gap' Tue, 01 Mar 2011, 00:26:36 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, at least 70 percent of Americans over 65 will need long-term care services at some point. And Prudential Financial Inc. notes that 74 percent of consumers age 55 to 65 (about three in every four of us) polled for a recent survey said they are concerned about needing some kind of long term care. Allen Amos and Nancy Hahn of EPIC named 2011 'Power Brokers' Tue, 22 Feb 2011, 21:43:24 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN MATEO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announced today that Allen Amos and Nancy Hahn have been recognized by Risk and Insurance magazine as 2011 property and casualty insurance 'Power Brokers.' Mark Morgan Joins Wholesale Trading Co-Op in Atlanta Tue, 22 Feb 2011, 20:27:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale Trading Co-Op Insurance Services, LLC (WTCI) announced today that wholesale brokerage industry veteran, Mark Morgan, has joined the firm as vice president/property broker. EPIC Adds Amenda-Ming Chen as Account Executive Tue, 08 Feb 2011, 22:49:52 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has added Amenda-Ming Chen as an employee benefits Account Executive in its San Francisco office. Amenda brings a strong background in employee benefits consulting including benefit plan design, wellness planning, financial analysis, underwriting and benefit plan valuation. 48 Long-Term Care Insurance Agents Make 'Partner' in LTC Financial Partners; That Helps Explain Company's Rapid Growth Mon, 07 Feb 2011, 09:59:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For three years in a row (2008, 2009, and 2010), LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) has been selected by Inc. Magazine as one of the nation's 5,000 fastest-growing companies. And among large national agencies specializing in LTC insurance sales, none is growing faster than LTCFP. What accounts for this? EPIC Launches National Public Entities Practice Thu, 03 Feb 2011, 20:05:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces a major new initiative for public entities nationwide. Recognizing the need for more creative and effective risk management strategies for the public sector, EPIC has organized an integrated team to meet this need. Residents of Shelby County May Be at Risk for Mine Subsidence Wed, 19 Jan 2011, 10:59:39 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone TOWER HILL, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Illinois Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund (IMSIF) is expanding its consumer education campaign to make residents of Shelby County aware of the possibility that their homes may be built over abandoned mines, which would make them at risk for possible mine subsidence. Marketing Trend Alert: Long-Term Care Insurance Agents Use 'Electronic Business Cards' to Build Relationships Wed, 12 Jan 2011, 17:49:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) reveals one of its marketing secrets: 'electronic business cards' that supply an agent's name, address, and phone number, just as old-fashioned business cards do, but with a difference. The electronic variety 'can't be misplaced, and they establish credibility by providing helpful, detailed information,' says Jonas Roeser, LTCFP's Senior Vice President of Marketing & Operations. EPIC adds Adam Heher as Vice President in Petaluma - California's Fastest Growing Insurance Broker Continues Building North Bay Team Tue, 11 Jan 2011, 19:17:05 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PETALUMA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, announces the addition of North Bay business professional Adam Heher in the company's Petaluma, Calif. office. Heher has deep ties to the North Bay, having lived and worked in the community his entire life. '3 in 4' Campaign Addresses Boomer Long-Term Care Insurance Mind Gap Wed, 22 Dec 2010, 10:59:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the 3in4 Association, when it comes to long-term care insurance (LTCi), there's a big gap between what Baby Boomers (46 to 64 years old) believe and what they do. The association points to a recent survey by Mathew Greenwald & Associates showing that most Boomers highly value long-term care insurance, but that fewer than 10 in 100 have gotten around to buying it. Insurance Leader Praises Obama for Promoting Enhanced Long-Term Care for Alzheimer's Sufferers Thu, 02 Dec 2010, 19:49:37 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the Society of Actuaries, the leading cause of U.S. long-term care claims is Alzheimer's. Who cares? Evidently President Obama does. 'We praise the President for his words and the legislation behind them,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Operations for LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. 'True Cost' Estimates Now Available for Buyers of Long Term Care Insurance Mon, 22 Nov 2010, 05:59:23 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) announces the availability of 'true cost' estimates for long term care insurance policies from multiple carriers. According to LTCFP, the actual out-of-pocket expense of any LTC policy is usually less than the stated premium. Why? Long-Term Care Insurance Has Big Future in Spite of MetLife Exit, Leading LTCI Agency Says Wed, 17 Nov 2010, 06:59:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Reports of the death of long-term care insurance are highly exaggerated, according to LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced LTCI agencies. Last Thursday, when MetLife announced it would stop selling new LTCI coverage, 'It wasn't the end of the world,' says Cameron Truesdell, LTCFP's CEO. TAX ALERT: Increased Federal Deductions Make Long-Term Care Insurance More Affordable for Many Mon, 15 Nov 2010, 06:59:44 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Americans planning to buy long-term care insurance in 2011 may deduct a larger portion of their premiums than ever, thanks to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). CMI's Dr. Christina Liao Will Present Decision Pathway Modeling at the Society for Insurance Research (SIR) Annual Conference Wed, 03 Nov 2010, 13:42:28 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Christina Liao, vice president, marketing science for CMI, a full-service marketing research company, will present a pathway modeling approach to understanding factors that influence consumers' decisions to renew insurance products. Liao will explain how companies can use results from pathway modeling to develop strategies to convert single line customers into buyers of multiple products. She will use a case study from a leading insurance company. Soon Many Employees Will Be Asking, 'Hey, Boss, Which Long-Term Care Policy Should I Get?' Tue, 26 Oct 2010, 13:57:01 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new employee benefit is coming for millions of American employees: access to affordable long-term care insurance. So says Dan Cahn, an industry expert. LTCI provides funds for in-home or nursing-home care in case of longer-lasting illnesses or disabilities not covered by regular health insurance. Cahn is Senior Vice President of Business Development for LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). Comergence Compliance Monitoring Provides Mortgage Lending Third Party Originator (TPO) Fidelity Bond, Errors and Omissions Policy through Insurance Subsidiary Fri, 15 Oct 2010, 15:51:14 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone ORANGE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Comergence Insurance Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of third-party originator (TPO) risk management solutions provider Comergence Compliance Monitoring, announced it now offers fidelity and professional indemnity insurance to TPOs - the first of its kind within the industry. Long Term Care Insurance Leaders Join Forces to Launch 'Nearly 3 in 4 Need More Campaign' Thu, 07 Oct 2010, 05:59:24 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the nonprofit 3in4 Association, established by thirteen long term care insurance leaders, announces the formation of an advisory board and executive committee for the 'Nearly 3 in 4 Need More Campaign.' The group seeks to educate the public with information to support Americans' plans for their potential need for long term care. A Hidden Peril in Woodford and Marshall Counties Mon, 04 Oct 2010, 06:59:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone ROANOKE, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Residents of Woodford and Marshall counties are being warned about the possibility of mine subsidence damage occurring to homes built over abandoned, underground mines. The warning is being issued by the Illinois Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund. According to Kathy Moran of IMSIF, 'There are three things consumers in these counties should know: the first is that their homes may be at risk for mine subsidence.' Sign of Jobs Turnaround? One Company Seeks to Fill 300 New Positions Thu, 30 Sep 2010, 16:53:08 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stagnant economy? Jobs hard to come by? If you're an employer, jobs too risky to create? One company - LTC Financial Partners LLC - isn't buying in to the doom and gloom. They're bucking the trend with bullish expansion plans. 'We need 300 new people now, in all parts of the country,' says Denise Gott, LTCFP's Chairman of the Board. Homes in Livingston County at Risk for Mine Subsidence Wed, 29 Sep 2010, 06:59:52 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PONTIAC, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The risk of mine subsidence is present for many homeowners in Livingston County, and the Illinois Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund (IMSIF) has initiated a consumer education initiative to address the issue. Mine subsidence occurs in an abandoned mine when a mine roof or pillar collapses, causing the ground above to sink or subside. McLean County Illinois Property Owners Alerted to Mine Subsidence Risk Mon, 27 Sep 2010, 06:59:13 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Some homes in McLean County may be at risk for mine subsidence, according to the Illinois Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund (IMSIF). Mine subsidence occurs in an abandoned mine when a mine roof or pillar collapses, causing the ground above to sink or subside. Homes built in close proximity to these mines are subject to foundation or structural damage, which may cost thousands of dollars to repair. Hardin and Pope Counties Targeted for Mine Subsidence Education Thu, 23 Sep 2010, 05:59:36 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone ROSICLARE, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In its continuing effort to educate Illinois property owners, the Illinois Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund (IMSIF) announced that residents of Hardin and Pope Counties should be aware of the possibility that their homes may be built over abandoned, underground mines, which would make them at risk for possible mine subsidence. LTC Financial Partners Teams with eWomenNetwork to Provide Free Long Term Care Information Thu, 23 Sep 2010, 04:59:49 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Women have special long term care needs -- but not just because they often come down with longer-lasting illnesses and disabilities. When there's no long term care insurance for a couple or family members, women typically end up as the default, unpaid caregivers. 'Lack of LTC insurance not only hurts women when they themselves need care,' says Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC. Residents of Henry County May Be at Risk for Mine Subsidence Tue, 21 Sep 2010, 06:59:14 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KEWANEE, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Illinois Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund (IMSIF) is expanding its consumer education campaign to make residents of Henry County aware of the possibility that their homes may be built over abandoned mines, which would make them at risk for possible mine subsidence. Mine subsidence occurs in an abandoned mine when a mine roof or pillar collapses, causing the ground above to sink or subside. Long Term Care and The CLASS Act: Upcoming Webcast for Human Resource Managers and Benefits Specialists Tue, 07 Sep 2010, 13:34:51 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On September 21, HR.com will host a webcast (online seminar) in conjunction with LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) to help companies help their employees plan for long term care following health reform. 'Millions of Americans will soon be automatically opted in to the new public option for long term care, unless they pro-actively opt out,' says Mario Sestito, an industry expert who will lead the webcast. For 3rd Year Running, LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) Makes Inc. Magazine '5000 Fastest-Growing' List Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 12:16:53 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) continues to expand rapidly in spite of a sluggish economy. This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTCFP No. 2,366 among all companies, and No. 29 among companies in the insurance industry, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Long Term Care 'Eats' Almost Three Square Feet of Average American Home Every Day; Rate Up from 2005 Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 04:58:26 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The rising cost of long term care, abetted by depressed home values, is taking a bigger bite out of American homes today than in 2005, according to LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Long Term Care Insurance Goes Online; Reducing Paper Flow, Leading Agency Offers Applications by Internet Wed, 28 Jul 2010, 05:59:29 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If you're in the market for long term care insurance but hate to fill out applications and wait, wait, wait, a leading agency has an alternative for you. Dispense with the paper and the delay; complete an electronic application, with live hand-holding, and get an answer pronto. The agency is LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Suit Against LTC Financial Partners Dropped, Industry Leader Reports Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 04:59:55 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A suit against LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), the nation's largest producer-owned long term care insurance agency, has been dropped, the company reports today. The suit, for more than a million dollars, was by a former agent, Linda Caruthers of Richmond, Virginia, who was seeking compensation for providing an introduction that helped land a large account. Six-Part Training Is Key to Long Term Care Insurance Leader's Rapid Growth Mon, 19 Jul 2010, 06:58:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Companies tend to do well when they hire good people, but even the best people can do better when given good training. That's the philosophy of LTC Financial Partners LLC, one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. It must work, judging from the company's rapid expansion in a down economy. For three years in a row LTCFP has been named one of America's 5,000 fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine. Delta Dental of Oklahoma Honored for Its Statewide Charitable Efforts Fri, 16 Jul 2010, 18:09:58 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Delta Dental of Oklahoma was recently honored for its contributions to the state's nonprofit community. The Beacon Award honors 24 statewide businesses that have played instrumental roles in supporting nonprofit programs that help so many Oklahomans in need; the program recognizes finalists in six categories, with a Beacon Award winner in each category. A Revision of 'Long Term Care Insurance at the Worksite' Published; Includes 2010 Healthcare Reform Update Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 06:54:06 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many companies seem conflicted by a key part of the recent Health Reform legislation, the CLASS Act, which will offer a form of long term care insurance for working people who may become disabled. 'CLASS' stands for Community Living Assistance Services and Supports; and the program, a legacy of the late Senator Edward Kennedy, is intended to offer new choice and security for millions now at risk. Former Agent Sues LTC Financial Partners Fri, 18 Jun 2010, 15:18:36 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone RICHMOND, Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Linda Tsironis Caruthers (Caruthers), CSA, LTCP and founder/president of Long-Term Care Consultants based in Richmond, VA, has sued her former insurance broker (otherwise known as a field marketing organization or FMO), LTC Financial Partners, LLC (Partners) for an amount in excess of one million dollars. Which Is Best for You: Public or Private Long Term Care Insurance? Mon, 07 Jun 2010, 06:57:17 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The CLASS Act, part of the new health reform law (the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act), will offer a type of long term care insurance for working people and others who may become disabled. But confusion and doubt are widespread. 'Many wonder how the CLASS Act will affect them personally,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. New Long Term Care Insurance Service Focuses on Women and Those They Love Tue, 11 May 2010, 06:01:12 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Women live longer than men and are America's primary caregivers. Yet too often they sacrifice their time, jobs, savings and serenity looking after a debilitated spouse or parent. Furthermore, while attending to those significant others, they often neglect planning for their own care. 'This is a huge national problem,' says Jenny Fassett, President of newly-formed LTC4women, a limited liability company based in Port Orchard, Washington. 2010 Long Term Care Guide Announced - Includes Healthcare Reform Update Mon, 03 May 2010, 06:54:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many Americans seem confused and immobilized by a key part of the recent Health Reform legislation, the CLASS Act, which will offer a form of long term care insurance for working people and others who may become disabled. 'CLASS' stands for Community Living Assistance Services and Supports; and the program, a legacy of the late Senator Edward Kennedy, is intended to offer new choice and security for millions now at risk. Suddenly Her Husband Needed Long Term Care: An LTC Insurance Agent's Poignant Story Mon, 29 Mar 2010, 05:59:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It can be instructive to consider not just what long term care insurance professionals recommend, but what they do -- for their own personal protection. A good example is the case of Kim Galatolo, an agent with LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. In California, where Galatolo lives and works, the firm is known as LTC Partners & Insurance Services, LLC. Long Term Care Insurance Leader Seeks 320 New Agents in 2010, Following Strong 2009 Growth Sun, 14 Mar 2010, 19:35:23 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an economy that seems stuck on stagnate, business is booming, thank you, for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. In fact, 2009's growth was so strong and the future so promising, the firm seeks to expand its army of agents by 300 this year, an increase of about 60 percent over last year. Tax Reminder: Double Incentives for Long Term Care Insurance in Many States Thu, 25 Feb 2010, 05:59:52 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone MANHASSET, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many Americans with long-term care insurance are learning Uncle Sam may give them a hefty deduction for their premiums; but many fail to realize their state may grant an additional deduction or credit. 'If you can double your money, so to speak, why not do it,' says Gene Cutler, Manhasset, New York-based agent for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Print Electronics Delivers SecuGen Hamster IV to Indian eGovernance Initiative, 100 Million Fingerprints Enrolled Tue, 23 Feb 2010, 14:44:39 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that Print Electronics, working with a local integrator partner, has successfully delivered and implemented the SecuGen Hamster IV, a fully FIPS 201 / PIV-compliant fingerprint reader, into the Tamil Nadu Health Insurance Scheme (TNHIS). Tax Reminder: A Big Portion of Your Long Term Care Insurance Premiums May Be Deductible Mon, 08 Feb 2010, 06:29:31 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Want to keep more of your money in these challenging times? Then check with your tax advisor if you have long term care insurance. You may be able to deduct a big chunk of your 2009 premiums. What if you don't have long term care insurance? Then consider getting it NOW to lock in tax benefits next year. Uncle Sam may in effect pick up the tab for much of your premiums for 2010. This reminder comes from LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Long Term Care Insurance Expert Featured on Lifetime Television's Balancing Act Show Wed, 13 Jan 2010, 14:57:14 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long term care, often neglected in health care planning, became talk-show fare yesterday on Lifetime Television's Balancing Act show. Denise Gott, the featured expert, pointed out that it's never too early to start thinking about long term care for our loved ones. 'Three in four will eventually need it,' says Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Authoritative Guide to Long Term Care Insurance Now Available on Amazon's Kindle and Apple's iPhone Tue, 15 Dec 2009, 14:05:35 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Almost for sure, you or a family member will need expensive long term care someday. How will you pay for it? What public or private insurance options are available to you? Now you can get those answers on Amazon.com's Kindle Wireless Reading Device and the Apple iPhone, through 'Dignity for Life: Five Things You Should Know Before Considering Long Term Care Insurance.' The new electronic publication is authored by LTC Financial Partners, LLC. Long Term Care Insurance Expert Tells Air Travelers, '3 in 4 Need More Than Regular Health Care' Fri, 20 Nov 2009, 11:16:02 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long term care insurance may not seem like headline news or talk-show fare, but Denise Gott pursues the topic with passion and flair. 'I'm on a mission to wake up America,' she says. Her message is now appearing on CNN newscasts in the nation's airports and broadcasts on Delta Air Line flights. Gott is Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) - www.ltcfp.com - one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Long Term Care Insurance for the Gay and Lesbian Community: Different Needs Require Special Help Mon, 16 Nov 2009, 14:21:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Like other longer-living Americans, gay males and lesbians (as well as bisexuals and transsexuals) face the prospect of eventual incapacity and the need for long term care. But they have special problems getting that care when needed, according to LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Trailblazing Long Term Care Insurance Organization Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary Wed, 28 Oct 2009, 13:45:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National LTC Network is celebrating 15 years as a national leader in long term care insurance distribution. The Network counts among its 30 member firms some of the most-respected and successful firms in the industry. 'The Network is a unique organization, consisting of firms that are competitors, but that have come together to share best practices and address common long-term care insurance industry issues,' commented Terry Truesdell, President and CEO. LTC Hotline Offers Competitive Long Term Care Insurance Quotes by Phone and Internet Thu, 15 Oct 2009, 05:59:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Hotline - a one-stop shopping center - promises to simplify the process of finding the right long term care policy from the right carrier at the right price. 'Traditionally,' says Jonas Roeser, 'consumers had to meet with an agent in person, or try to compare confusing quotes from multiple carriers. Now they can find the best policy and price for their situation, from any of several top carriers, just by calling a toll-free number.' Or, if they prefer, they can request help online. 3 in 4 Need More Than Regular Health Care; They Have Immediate Need for Long-Term Care Insurance Mon, 28 Sep 2009, 05:59:31 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This Fall, business and personal travelers have been exposed to a special message in the nation's airports and on Delta Airlines flights. Now available online, the message is delivered by Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. The message is this: 'In America 3 in 4 of us need long term care after we turn 65. But most of us aren't insured for it, and waiting to insure carries great risks.' Texas Doctor Files Case Pro Se in U.S. Supreme Court Against Insurance Giant on Integrity and Unethical Practices Thu, 24 Sep 2009, 05:59:11 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Dralves Edwards, a board-certified family physician in Dallas today filed a civil case in the U.S. Supreme Court against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, the contractor for Medicare. For the past 13 years, Edwards has challenged the integrity and unethical practices of Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) and is confident that the U.S. Supreme Court will rule in a responsible way that every Medicare provider and patient benefits. Open Letter to Congress on Long Term Care Insurance and Health Care Reform from National LTC Network Wed, 23 Sep 2009, 13:34:06 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the Senate Finance Committee (SFC) resumes work this week on the health care reform bill, The National LTC Network urges Congress to consider two ideas. First, include an above-the-line deduction for long term care (LTC) insurance premiums. Long Term Care Seminars in Dayton, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus - Free to Public Fri, 18 Sep 2009, 06:00:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone CLEVELAND, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This month USAA and LTCFP are presenting a free 45-minute seminar that highlights the critical need for long-term care insurance and presents the various public and private financing options that are available. It will be held at multiple times in 4 Ohio cities. The general public, including military personnel, are invited to attend. LTCFP to Offer Seminars on Long-Term Care Options for USAA Members Tue, 15 Sep 2009, 06:00:05 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) announced an agreement with USAA to offer long-term care education and discounted policies to USAA's 7.2 million members. Through a series of 1,300 free seminars nationwide, LTCFP and USAA will highlight the critical need for long-term care insurance and present the various public and private financing options that are available. CASH-First LTCi Aligns with the Progression of Care (and Cost) of LTC Tue, 25 Aug 2009, 07:59:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GoldenCare USA and American Independent Marketing explain their new portfolio of long-term care products from United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, a Mutual of Omaha company, as providing benefits that coincide with the progression of care and costs normally occurring in a long term care scenario. LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) Makes Inc. Magazine '5000 Fastest-Growing' List Second Year in a Row Wed, 19 Aug 2009, 06:01:09 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the economy struggles, LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) reports continued rapid growth. This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTCFP No. 1,970 among all companies, and No. 16 among insurance companies, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the nation. LTCFP made the Inc. 5000 list last year, 2008, as well. Among insurance companies, LTCFP is the fastest-growing one focusing exclusively on long term care insurance sales. CA$H-First LTCi Provides First-Day Cash Benefits at Affordable Rates Tue, 18 Aug 2009, 07:00:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GoldenCare USA and American Independent Marketing are pleased to bring you a new portfolio of long-term care products from United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, a Mutual of Omaha company, which features a 'first day' cash benefit at affordable rates. Cash benefit policies have long provided maximum flexibility and peace of mind, but often were viewed as too expensive. Long-Term Care Leader Joins '3 in 4 Need More' Campaign to Promote LTC Protection for All Wed, 12 Aug 2009, 06:00:05 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) announces joining the 3 in 4 Need More campaign, which was launched yesterday by the LTC Guild, a social network focusing on the long-term care industry and those served by it. In its advertising and public relations, LTCFP will employ the '3 in 4 Need More' logo and other visuals, publicly available from LTC Guild, to promote affordable long-term care insurance for all Americans. New Health Reform Campaign Will Support Long-Term Care for All, Because '3 in 4 Need More' Tue, 11 Aug 2009, 06:00:10 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the LTC Guild announces the '3 in 4 Need More' campaign to promote affordable long-term care insurance for all Americans. 'Health reform will have a big hole in it,' says Jonas Roeser, a founding member, 'if it doesn't embrace the extended-care needs of today's longer-living Americans.' Get Long Term Care Insurance Now, Before Health Reform, Industry Leader Says on Sky Radio Tue, 28 Jul 2009, 06:29:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Beginning this Fall, business and personal travelers will hear a critical message in the nation's airports and a major airline's flights: 'Don't wait for health reform to buy long term care insurance; if you need it now, as millions do, there's much to lose if you delay.' This warning will be delivered in a four and a half minute recorded interview of Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Long-Term Care: The Next Big Women's Issue? Denise Gott, Predicting New Waves of Protest, Calls for Reform Thu, 16 Jul 2009, 06:29:07 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long-term care is getting a lot of exposure in the current health-reform discussions, but we ain't seen nothin' yet, according to Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) - one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. 'Wait until the most-affected individuals get wind of what's in store for them; all hell could break loose,' she says. Financial Foundation Group Texas - Building Futures Mon, 29 Jun 2009, 17:47:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander SAN ANTONIO, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2009 has provided the Financial Foundation Group many opportunities to help others. Even though the economy and the stock market have hit many hard, the Financial Foundation Group has been diligent about providing assistance to those in need. Delia Rios spearheaded the venture for the entire San Antonio office to contribute to the Metro San Antonio Habitat for Humanity on June 6th, 2009. Get Long-Term Care Protection Now; Don't Wait for Health Reform, Industry Leader Advises Mon, 29 Jun 2009, 06:00:32 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If and when Congress passes health reform legislation, it may or may not include a public option for long-term care, the assistance with daily living required by millions suffering from long-lasting illnesses or disabilities. If you're in the market for long-term care insurance, should you wait and see what materializes? Denise Gott says no; there's too much to lose and little to gain. Gott is Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC, one of the nation's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies. Insurance Leader Praises Senator Kennedy for Promoting Long-Term Care Aid for All Americans as Part of Health Reform Tue, 09 Jun 2009, 06:00:46 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The traditionally conservative insurance industry can come to terms with a Democratic Congress on health reform, according to one insurance leader, Denise Gott, who today heaped praise on Senator Edward Kennedy (D-MA) for his crusading efforts. 'He sees more clearly than anyone the need to reform not only acute health care, but long-term care, which affects the quality of life and pocketbooks of virtually every American family,' she says. Gott is Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP). Voters Urged to Support Budding Moves to Include Long Term Care in National Health Reform Thu, 28 May 2009, 06:00:53 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., May 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Although President Obama has called for affordable, accessible, high-quality health care for all Americans, 'There's no guarantee the legislation will bridge the long term care gap,' says Denise Gott of LTC Financial Partners LLC. 'Only about 9 million Americans, a fraction of our 300 million plus, have long term care insurance. And among those at greatest risk, 45 and older, more than 9 in 10 go uncovered. Health reform won't be complete unless Congress addresses this gaping hole.' Upcoming Health Legislation Can Succeed Only If It Addresses Long Term Care for All Americans Tue, 19 May 2009, 13:14:42 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., May 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- President Obama, backed by Congressional leaders, has called for affordable, accessible, high-quality health care for all Americans. 'But that won't be enough,' says Denise Gott, 'unless it also embraces the long term care needs of millions of longer-living Americans.' Gott is Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. 'Long Term Care Insurance for All of Texas,' New Website Announced Wed, 13 May 2009, 06:27:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander DALLAS, Texas, May 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lone-star state residents seeking long term care insurance can now enjoy one-stop shopping via the Internet. The site, 'Long Term Care Insurance for All of Texas' is operated by Lone Star LTC Co., headquartered in Dallas and with offices in Austin and Houston. Prevail Launches its Cession Web Service with access to Prevail Reinsurance System Mon, 04 May 2009, 07:00:17 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander NEW CANAAN, Conn., May 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading software and technology services provider for the property and casualty insurance industry, today announced the launch of its Cession Web Service. The Prevail Cession Web Service enables seamless integration of the Prevail Reinsurance System Cession Engine with websites, enterprise portals, corporate intranets and extranets, policy administration and loss management applications and other interactive services. Long Term Care Alerting Methods Revealed by Industry Leaders Mon, 27 Apr 2009, 06:29:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., April 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Consumers and professionals with an interest in long term care insurance need no longer dig so hard for information. Now they can do as the pros do: have the information come to them, in bits and pieces as it develops. 'We're happy to share our secrets,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Washington-State Long Term Care Insurance Executive Wins Coveted Judging Position Thu, 23 Apr 2009, 06:29:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., April 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), has been chosen to be a judge in round 1 of the 2009 International DMA ECHO Awards. The judging will take place May 19th-21st in New York City at the Direct Marketing Association headquarters. Beyond Gold or Silver: the Long Term Care Insurance Flight to Financial Safety Tue, 14 Apr 2009, 06:29:28 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., April 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If you've lost money in this economy, you may be concerned about protecting what you have left. Safe havens such as gold or silver may be one good option. Another, often overlooked, is long term care insurance. 'Unexpected care expenses - for you, your spouse, a parent, or another family member - can hit you harder than a stock market dive or housing bust,' says Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. No Bailout Needed: Long Term Care Insurance Leader Declares Dividend, Plans Strong 2009 Growth Mon, 16 Mar 2009, 06:29:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., March 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a development that should draw smiles from President Obama, this month LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies, will pay its shareholders $1,228,820 in dividends, an increase of 10-percent per share over last year. 'We can do it because business is great,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO. 'Year to date, sales are up 25-percent over the same period last year, and we're bullish on the rest of 2009.' Industry Leaders Applaud Formation of Long Term Care Insurance Guild Mon, 09 Mar 2009, 06:25:08 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., March 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the need for long term care insurance grows, agents and allied professionals face the challenge of reaching prospective clients efficiently and with a high level of professionalism. And the public faces the challenge of finding qualified agents in their geographic area. A new organization will aid the pros as well as the public: the Long Term Care Insurance Guild, or LTC Guild for short. Former Genworth and GE Long Term Care Insurance Leader Brings Unique Sales Expertise to LTC Financial Partners, LLC Thu, 26 Feb 2009, 06:28:26 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thomas J. (Tom) Bartosic, a long-time leader in the long term care planning field, has joined LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), a leading agency specializing in long term care insurance. A former Chief Sales Officer and Senior Vice President for Genworth Financial and senior vice president for both American Express and General Electric, Bartosic now plans to break new ground in the long term care field. Long Term Care Insurance for Business Owners and Executives: Tax Benefits Often Overlooked Tue, 24 Feb 2009, 06:29:25 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For people in business, there's good news on the long term healthcare front. They can often insure themselves for less, thanks to favorable tax legislation. 'Most owners or executives can use company dollars for a tax-deductible plan for themselves, their spouse, and dependents,' says Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Information on Tax-Deductible Long Term Care Insurance Now Available Through Your Tax Advisor, Thanks to LTC Financial Partners Thu, 12 Feb 2009, 15:46:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tax time is a good time to ask your accountant about long term care insurance. Why? 'Because this special form of insurance can make a big difference in your tax liability and overall financial security,' says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Operations for LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of America's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. 82 Long Term Care Insurance Agents Now 'Partners' of Fast-Growing 'Inc. 5000' Agency Tue, 27 Jan 2009, 06:29:58 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While many U.S. companies cut back, one is growing rapidly and plans to keep on doing so, thank you, through 2009 and beyond. It's LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), a leading agency specializing in long term care insurance. In 2008 Inc. magazine ranked LTCFP No. 1,353 among all companies, and No. 12 in the insurance category, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the nation. 300 Leaders from Fast-Growing Kirkland Company Will Meet to Plan Hyper-growth and Give Back to the Community Thu, 08 Jan 2009, 06:29:40 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What has a scavenger hunt got to do with helping local children and creating 500 new insurance jobs? Not much, you might say; but LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), a fast-growing insurance agency based in Kirkland, thinks otherwise. Says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations, 'While searching for camping items to give to youngsters, our sales leaders will start brainstorming how to grow the business and hire hundreds of really good new people.' Financial Foundation Group - Helping to Make the Holiday Season Brighter for Those Less Fortunate Mon, 05 Jan 2009, 14:13:41 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander FORT COLLINS, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Fort Collins branch of the Financial Foundation Group, also known as FFG, had a humbling experience on Friday, December 5th, 2008. Employees of the Financial Foundation Group met at the Fort Collins Salvation Army off College Street and Drake Street instead of going into the office. The day consisted of sorting and organizing donated holiday packages in order to help create a little brighter holiday season for less fortunate families. Financial Foundation Group Denver - Helping Others with More than just Finance Tue, 30 Dec 2008, 07:30:06 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2008 has been an exciting and rewarding year for the employees of the Financial Foundation Group, also know as FFG. Through an affiliated company, the Financial Foundation Group is excited to have been a big contributor to the Metro Denver Habitat for Humanity on May 27th, 2008. Instead of heading into the office, employees from both the FFG Denver and Fort Collins offices were given permission to work on 3 different Habitat home sites, located at 2910 - 2930 South Bryant Street, Denver, CO. Financial Foundation Group - Aiding their Fellow Men and their Best Friends Mon, 29 Dec 2008, 14:58:29 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Financial Foundation Group, also known as FFG, is excited to have been a big contributor to Freedom Dog Services on November 21, 2008. This volunteer day gave employees of FFG the opportunity to take the day off from the office and instead donate their time to the Freedom Service Dogs organization. Tax Deduction Often Overlooked - Long Term Care Insurance Tue, 16 Dec 2008, 06:30:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Dec. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Want to keep some of your tax money or get a bigger refund? Then remember, if you have long term care insurance, that deductions are allowed for the premiums you pay. If you don't have long term care insurance but intend to get it, remember the tax break that will be due you for 2009. This reminder comes from LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Obama Health Plan Not Likely to Embrace Long Term Care, Industry Leader Says Wed, 10 Dec 2008, 06:30:57 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash., Dec. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If you've put off getting long term care insurance, should you put it off a bit longer, anticipating the new administration's health plan? 'I wouldn't advise it,' says Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. 'Long term care has never been a part of any candidate's overall health care reform proposal, and likely never will be.' Happiness Spreads Through African Villages Thanks to Growing Contributions from Long Term Care Insurance Professionals Sat, 22 Nov 2008, 12:20:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AIDS-plagued Kenya isn't on the big-bailout list, but an efficient, grass-roots movement is afoot that could produce more results than mountains of poorly-managed money. The movement is powered by human spirit and enough cash to ignite self-sufficiency and unstoppable progress. Called the Rabuor Village Project, it's funded in part by LTC Financial Partners, LLC, one of America's most experienced long term care insurance agencies and a few of the nation's top insurance carriers. (VIDEO - VNR) Florida Consumers Saving Millions On People's Trust Homeowners Insurance Fri, 14 Nov 2008, 13:13:40 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A customer-focused company that entered Florida's homeowners insurance market pledging to lower premiums and treat consumers fairly has saved policy holders an estimated $14 million in annual fees midway through its first year of business. After Financial Bailout, a Long Term Care Bailout? No, Industry Expert Says, Pointing to Recent Congressional Action Wed, 12 Nov 2008, 06:30:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Following the $700-billion-plus economic bailout and stimulus program, "Congress does not relish another big bailout," says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced long term care insurance agencies. "But they see another tsunami coming." That's the message Truesdell gets from the September 25 introduction of House Resolution 431, "Supporting the goals and ideals of a Long-Term Care Awareness Week." When You Need Long Term Care, Don't Look to Medicare, Agency Warns Mon, 27 Oct 2008, 05:55:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many Americans assume that Medicare will cover their long-term care expenses, says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced long term care insurance agencies. 'But it just isn't so. The Government expects people to cover the expenses on their own -- out of pocket or through long term care insurance.' Senior Market Sales, Inc. Answers All Your Annuity Income Rider Questions in its New Report: 'Income Riders: A Balanced Perspective' Wed, 15 Oct 2008, 10:47:36 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The annuity experts at Senior Market Sales, Inc. announced today the release of their Free White Paper 'Income Riders: A Balanced Perspective,' which offers insurance agents the entire story on one of today's most popular annuity products. Long Term Care Insurance Offers Safeguards in Financial Crisis Mon, 13 Oct 2008, 13:42:51 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What's a good place for your money in times of financial turbulence? Gold? Treasury bills? Under the mattress? Maybe, but there's another often-overlooked, protected spot for some of your money: long term care insurance. Why? LTC Financial Partners, a leading agency, points to built-in protections and other financial benefits. Leaders from Fast-Growing Company Met in Tampa to Discuss Nationwide Hiring and to Give Back to the Community Mon, 29 Sep 2008, 10:42:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What has building bikes for charity got to do with filling 1,000 insurance jobs? Not much, you might say; but LTC Financial Partners LLC, (LTCFP), a fast-growing insurance agency, thinks otherwise. Says CEO Cameron Truesdell, 'While tightening bolts and pumping tires, our sales leaders brainstormed how to find and hire really good people.' Long Term Care Costs on Call: The Numbers, Useful for Estate and Retirement Planning, Now Available by Phone Thu, 11 Sep 2008, 11:20:58 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long term care, which is not covered by regular health insurance or Medicare, will cost you a bundle. But how much, exactly, in your area? And how do the costs vary by facility type: nursing home, assisted-living facility, or your own home? These detailed numbers are not provided by the Government, but you can now get them through LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), one of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in America, according to Inc. Magazine. LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) is Fastest-Growing Long Term Care Insurance Specialist on Inc. Magazine List Wed, 27 Aug 2008, 20:27:52 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) No. 1,353 among all companies, and No. 12 among insurance companies, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the nation. Among insurance companies, LTCFP is the fastest-growing one focusing exclusively on long term care insurance sales. Gary L. Davidson Pioneer of Senior Housing and Assisted Living Facilities Launches Long-Term Care Insurance Agency Wed, 13 Aug 2008, 15:13:55 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander COSTA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gary L. Davidson, one of the true pioneers of senior housing and assisted living facilities, has launched the Windstone Insurance Agency which specializes in long-term care insurance. Gary first became involved in the long-term care industry in 1967 when he co-founded General Residential Corporation, a developer and manager of senior housing. Millions of Americans Face $100,000-Plus Annual Hit for College and Long-Term-Care Combo Wed, 23 Jul 2008, 20:22:06 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., July 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to LTC Financial Partners, millions of American couples may be in for sticker shock when their kids reach college age. It's not just the rising annual cost of college, $23,712 for 2007-08, up 6.2 percent from last year, for a private four-year institution, according to the College Board. It's also the escalating cost of long term care for their parents, their other set of potential dependents. LTC Financial Partners Named as Long Term Care Insurance Source by Kiplinger's 2nd Year in a Row Thu, 17 Jul 2008, 10:07:52 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., July 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kiplinger's Retirement Planning 2008, published in the Fall issue of Kiplinger's Personal Finance, includes this advice for seekers of long term care insurance: 'TIP: For help finding a policy, check out LTC Financial Partners (www.ltcfp.com); 866-471-4072, which includes brokers throughout the U.S....' A comparable 'tip' was offered in the 2007 issue of the Kiplinger's guide. National Long Term Care Insurance Agency Partners with Nation's Leading Provider of Financial Solutions for the Insurance Industry Tue, 01 Jul 2008, 02:00:05 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., July 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies, and TWG Capital, the nation's leading provider of financial solutions for the insurance industry, announced the creation of the Agency Acquisition Program. Videos Introduce Public to Long Term Care Advisors, a New Trend Leading Agency Begins Using Media to Build Trust in Agents Thu, 26 Jun 2008, 12:41:44 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., June 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Millions of Americans have a critical need for information on long term care insurance, but most hesitate to contact the very person, a long term care specialist, who can help them. People aren't sure they can trust someone they've never met, says Denise Gott, Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners LLC, one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. (VIDEO) Senior Market Sales, Inc. Extends its Agent Self-Help Websites to Include MedSuppforAgents.com Wed, 25 Jun 2008, 10:46:57 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander OMAHA, Neb., June 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Senior Market Sales, Inc. (SMS) announces the rollout of its newest self-help website for insurance agents, MedSuppforAgents.com. Modeled after the successful PartDForAgents.com and MAForAgents.com, the site provides Medicare supplement producers an organized set of reference materials needed to maintain a competitive product portfolio. LTC Financial Partners and John Hancock Selected by the National Education Association to Provide Long Term Care Education and Insurance Mon, 23 Jun 2008, 10:25:21 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., June 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today the National Education Association of the United States (NEA) announced the selection of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) and John Hancock Life Insurance Company to provide long term care education and insurance for NEA's 3.2 million active and retired members, plus their families. Southern Baptists to Care for Their Ministers Through New Long Term Care Program Mon, 16 Jun 2008, 09:57:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., June 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leading the charge for faith-based organizations, GuideStone Financial Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention will be offering LTC Financial Partners' (LTCFP) LTC Outreach and Education Program (LTCOEP(TM)) to any minister or employee who wishes to be educated about the risks of not planning for long term care costs. Social Security Statement Advises Seniors to Consider Private Long-Term Care Insurance, LTC Agency Reports; Medicare Won't Cover It Wed, 11 Jun 2008, 22:25:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., June 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A few months ago, members of Congress asked the Social Security Commission to clear up a misperception of many Americans approaching retirement age. 'A lot of seniors had the idea that Medicare would cover their long-term care expenses,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), one of the nation's largest and most experienced long term care insurance agencies. 'It wasn't so, but the wording of the Social Security Statement left some doubt.' Life Settlement Firm Increases Capacity Wed, 04 Jun 2008, 11:30:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander PHILADELPHIA, Pa., June 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Milestone Providers, a Pennsylvania based life settlement provider, has announced the completion of their state-of-the-art life settlement acquisition and management software. This advanced software enables Milestone to process and evaluate vast amounts of life insurance policies and portfolios for sale in the secondary market, while maintaining their signature quick turn-around time. Long Term Care Insurance Leader Goes Green, Targeting a Million Gallons of Gasoline Saved Per Year Thu, 29 May 2008, 17:58:53 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Going green can add green to the bottom line. That's the experience of LTC Financial Partners LLC (known in the industry as LTCFP), one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. As a result of pro-environment steps now being taken, the organization plans to double or even triple the productivity of its agents within two to four years - this on top of huge savings in gasoline. Don't Wait for the Election to Plan Your Long-Term Healthcare, Insurance Leader Advises Thu, 15 May 2008, 14:23:11 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., May 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Will the next President introduce healthcare reform? 'Probably,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies, LTC Financial Partners LLC. Will the new system - Obama's, Clinton's, or perhaps McCain's - cover all healthcare needs? 'Absolutely not,' says Truesdell. A huge area where American's must keep on fending for themselves is long term care. Lincoln Financial Advisors' Pacific Regional Planning Group Names Planner of the Year Wed, 14 May 2008, 10:43:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander SAN RAMON, Calif., May 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.'s Pacific Regional Planning Group has named Robert G. Dillow, CFP(R), CFS, MBA, as the 2007 Planner of the Year. Bob was chosen out of a group of over 80 planners. He ranked in the top 1-percent of all planners in the region, and has been awarded the top honor within Lincoln of Chairman's Council. Prevail Consulting Unveils New Reinsurance Solution at the 2008 IASA Conference Mon, 05 May 2008, 07:38:16 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander NEW CANAAN, Conn., May 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading consulting and technology services provider for the property and casualty insurance industry, will be featuring their new Prevail Reinsurance System at the 2008 Insurance Accounting and Systems Association (IASA) annual conference in Seattle from June 1-June 4. Defying Economic Slowdown, Long Term Care Insurance Agency Explodes; Nearly 200 Agents Added in 12 Month, More Sought Mon, 05 May 2008, 07:14:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., May 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recession? Retrenchment? Nah. Not for LTC Financial Partners LLC, one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. Known as LTCFP or 'The Partners,' the firm now has 456 agents, up from 264 last year, 167 in 2006, and 91 in 2005. Started in 2003, LTCFP is now profitable and paid its second annual dividend last month. Long Term Care Insurance: A Company Benefit That Protects Employees of All Ages, Says LTC Financial Partners Mon, 28 Apr 2008, 16:49:29 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- James Barclay is living evidence of how vital long term care insurance can be for all employees, not just senior ones. When James joined a major telephone company, he was only 32 and in great shape, climbing mountains and swimming 60 laps a day. His company covered him with a long term care policy, a benefit he thought he would never need until much older. Today's Working Adults Face Long Term Care 'Double Whammy,' Says Denise Gott, Spokesperson for LTC Financial Partners, LLC Thu, 17 Apr 2008, 11:54:26 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., April 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For health reasons, Americans in the prime of life may be less financially secure than they think, according to Denise Gott, Vice Chairperson of LTC Financial Partners LLC, one of the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agencies. 'The sudden need for long term care can erode their best-laid financial plans,' she says. GoldenCare USA Provides CareOptionsOnLine(TM) to Bring Comprehensive Long-Term Care Planning to Their Policyholders Tue, 08 Apr 2008, 08:38:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GOLDENCARE USA now offers CareOptionsOnLine(TM), a comprehensive, interactive, care planning tool, to their policyholders. CareOptions has been helping patients, caregivers, and families make informed decisions about their care for over 20 years. Because GOLDENCARE USA believes the importance of long-term care planning cannot be over looked, their policyholders will receive CareOptions at no cost. TAX ALERT: Deductions for Long Term Care Insurance Premiums Tue, 18 Mar 2008, 07:36:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash., March 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the April 15 tax deadline looms, filers should not overlook the deductions allowed for long term care insurance, according to LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agency. Deficit Reduction Act Makes Long Term Care Planning a Must for Small Business Owners Fri, 15 Feb 2008, 00:18:22 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In February 2007, 'President Bush signed into law a significant piece of legislation, the Deficit Reduction Act,' says Todd Grove, Maine-based Partner of LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agency. 'This one act is causing the majority of small business owners to seriously evaluate the financial risks posed by an extended illness - to themselves, their families, their assets and their companies.' Protecting Productivity at the Worksite in Challenging Times Wed, 30 Jan 2008, 13:08:18 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In uncertain times, older, experienced employees are the ones companies want to keep. But these seasoned people may leave of their own accord. Or they may start taking time off. Why? 'A large percentage have aging parents who break a hip or develop dementia, suddenly needing constant attention,' says Mario Sestito, Director of Business Development for LTC Financial Partners. Long Term Care Insurance Leader Offers Advice on Preventing Dementia, the Leading Cause of Care Claims Wed, 23 Jan 2008, 08:04:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Jan. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'A failing mind, not body, is the biggest reason people need long term care today,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance agency. 'That shouldn't be, so we're going to give our clients information to help stay mentally fit.' To that end, the company is offering a free guidebook and web links to helpful resources. The Long Term Care Insurance Explosion; January Conference to Celebrate Rapid Growth of LTC Protection and Light Fuse of Further Expansion Wed, 19 Dec 2007, 17:27:52 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. and CHARLESTON, S.C. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, has more than quadrupled in size since 2005, to more than 400 field underwriters and support staff. That just one sign of what's happening in the long term care insurance field, in the company's experience. As More Americans Live to 100, Long Term Care Insurance Leader Gives Health Assist Fri, 14 Dec 2007, 00:00:10 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As Americans increase their life spans, many eyeing 100-plus, the odds of needing long term care increase. One solution is long term care insurance to pay the care bills. 'A better solution,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), 'is the insurance plus health habits to keep yourself on your feet as long as possible.' As an Aging Workforce Loses Productivity, Seminar Will Explore the Cause and Cure Mon, 26 Nov 2007, 07:37:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On December 4 at 1:00 PM, LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, will host a seminar and Webinar for executives, human resource managers, and business reporters. The event will focus on an issue of growing urgency for companies of all sizes: how to get the most from their most experienced people, their older employees. Long Term Care Awareness Week (November 4-10) to Be Supported by Facts from Local Experts Thu, 01 Nov 2007, 17:31:16 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Nov. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Now there's a week, November 4-10, devoted to thinking about an issue many Americans put out of mind: the possibility of needing long term care someday. 'Nobody likes the idea of being incapacitated for an extended period,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, 'but it's smart to plan ahead.' Success of PartDforAgents.com in 2007 Prompts Senior Market Sales, Inc. Rollout of MAforAgents.com for '08 Mon, 22 Oct 2007, 19:19:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander OMAHA, Neb. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Senior Market Sales, Inc. (SMS) announces the rollout of its new agent self-help website, MAforAgents.com, just in time for the 2008 Medicare Advantage selling season. Riding on the success of its sister-website, PartDforAgents.com, key elements of the new website are its ability to help agents get and organize frequent communications from carriers. Long Term Care Newsletter Debuts, Published by LTC Financial Partners; Advice on Living Better, Not Just Longer, with Financial Protection Mon, 22 Oct 2007, 15:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Now there's a newsletter for people who will probably need long term care someday, but want to stay healthy, happy, and solvent as long as possible. The first issue of 'Caring is Sharing,' to be published quarterly, debuts November 1. By promoting healthy lifestyles and good planning, the 8-page newsletter seeks to extend the vital years while protecting financial assets subject to healthcare drainage. CSA Travel Protection and Cheapoair.com to Deliver New Insurance Options Wed, 17 Oct 2007, 21:59:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CSA Travel Protection, a leading provider of travel insurance, has teamed up with Cheapoair.com, a top budget travel website to provide Cheapoair consumers with affordable travel insurance. This partnership gives travelers immediate access to purchase travel protection at time of booking flight arrangements with Cheapoair. LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) Engages CareScout to Bring Comprehensive Long Term Care Solutions to LTCFP Clients Wed, 10 Oct 2007, 15:16:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Oct. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the first time, comprehensive information on long term care providers plus information on how to pay for it will be available from a single source: a national network of 380-plus long term care specialists. Today, LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, announced a partnership with CareScout, creator of the first quality-of-care ratings on nursing homes and home health agencies in America. Long Term Care Insurance Gains Momentum Thanks to State Promotions, a Leading Brokerage Reports Wed, 26 Sep 2007, 14:53:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long term care insurance, once a bit player in the health insurance field, is now entering center stage thanks to influential backers: states like California, Connecticut, Indiana and New York. These four are the original long term care partnership states, now joined by many others. Long Term Care Information by Video - LTC Financial Partners Takes Leadership Role - Offering 3 of Top Ten 'Hits' on Google Video Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 02:55:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Currently, when visitors enter 'long term care insurance' into Google Video - Google's new video search engine - three of the top ten 'hits' feature information from a single source: LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. LTC Financial Partners Applauds Kiplinger's Personal Finance for 'Authoritative' Advice on Long Term Care Insurance Wed, 29 Aug 2007, 15:44:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, Wash. - Aug. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As longer-living Americans face escalating care expenses, 'there's a lot of ignorance about how to pay for it,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. 'So it's refreshing,' he continues, 'to see authoritative advice from Kiplinger's, perhaps the most respected financial publication in the nation.' Difficult Long Term Care Insurance Choices - A Specialist Can Help in Three Ways Tue, 07 Aug 2007, 14:00:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - Aug. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seekers of long term care insurance need to make three key decisions: (1) whether the insurance is right for them in the first place, (2) what company they should buy it from, and (3) what specific policy best fits their needs. 'When most people make these decisions, they go about it all wrong,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. New Long Term Care Insurance Web Sites Offer Multiple Quotes from Pre-Screened Carriers; System Lets Consumers Compare Costs from Highly Reliable Companies Only Tue, 31 Jul 2007, 16:28:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An updated national web site with new satellite sites, spanning America, will help seekers of long term care insurance sidestep two problems: unnecessary expense, and less desirable carriers with a record of precipitous rate increases or poor customer service. The updated national site is www.ltcfp.com, run by LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. New Consulting Service Launched at 59th Annual SHRM Conference to Help Human Resource Managers and Benefit Consulting Firms Address Long Term Healthcare Planning in the Workforce Mon, 02 Jul 2007, 17:31:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - July 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Most American companies provide health and other benefits including retirement savings programs. But many employees may not enjoy their retirement for long. 'When they or a family member encounter a long term care need, it can eat into their 401K's fast,' says Mario Sestito, MultiLife Specialist for LTC Financial Partners LLC. Concise Guide to Long Term Care Insurance, Authored by LTC Financial Partners, Now Available on Amazon.com for $8.95 Thu, 21 Jun 2007, 04:37:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - June 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Will you or a family member need expensive long term care someday? Almost for sure, and you could pay big-time if you're not properly insured. You probably know you should look into long term care insurance, but if you're like most people, you don't want to think about it just yet. Beware of Long Term Care Insurance Cost Comparisons Wed, 13 Jun 2007, 14:30:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - June 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When people start shopping for long term care insurance, they invariably ask, how much does it cost? 'It's an excellent question,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, 'but it's off-target and could lead you astray.' Insurance Adjuster Training Course Teaches Ways to Save Property Owners Money During Hurricane Season Wed, 16 May 2007, 20:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander GREENVILLE, S.C. - May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hurricane season is fast approaching and JELCE.com, a 20-year old insurance training school, is at the ready to provide practical, adjuster-training classes that will help save property owners thousands of dollars in unpaid damage costs. Long Term Care Insurance Fights African Poverty; Campaign Gains Momentum as Four Organizations Join Team of Industry Contributors Mon, 30 Apr 2007, 03:58:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Apr. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Can long term care insurance indirectly improve the lives of AIDS-plagued Africans? Many in the LTC industry seem to think so. Five organizations have pledged contributions to the Rabuor Village Project, a comeback model for villages throughout Africa. They join LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, which announced on December 1 that it would contribute 2-percent of its profits each year to the Rabuor Village Project. AutoHomeHealthLife.com Releases Insurance Rates Comparison Chart That Offers Surprising Results Thu, 29 Mar 2007, 20:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander MILL VALLEY, Calif. - Mar. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AutoHomeHealthLife.com, a third party insurance quote provider, has released results comparing 21 aspects of the nation's top 18 insurance providers. For the most part, nationally-based insurance providers can be broken down into the following buckets. Long Term Care Resources Offers Long Term Care Benefits to Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Members Thu, 29 Mar 2007, 19:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander DETROIT, Mich. - Mar. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long Term Care Resources (LTCR), the national leader in marketing LTC insurance through affinity groups and employers, and Dick Carr and Associates have partnered to bring Long-Term Care insurance benefits to members of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International. Million-Dollar Secret of Fast-Growing Long Term Care Insurance Brokerage Mon, 26 Mar 2007, 11:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Mar. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This month LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, will pay its agents, support staff and investors over $1,000,000 in dividends. 'This is a long term care industry first,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO. 'And it has two big implications.' Long Term Care Insurance for Spanish Speaking Americans Fri, 16 Mar 2007, 14:00:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - Mar. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, announced a campaign to bring long term care protection to members of America's second-largest ethnic group, Hispanics. 'Our Hispanic citizens, like everyone else, need long term care insurance,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO. Long Term Care Information Via Web and Phone; New Websites, Manned by State-Licensed Field Underwriters Wed, 28 Feb 2007, 13:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Feb. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A 'web of websites,' announced today, will dispense factual information about a form of protection that puzzles many Americans: long term care insurance. Developed by LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, the websites will offer the information in textual, graphic, video, and live format. Buy Long Term Care Insurance Long Before You Need It, Experts Advise Fri, 19 Jan 2007, 00:22:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - Jan. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The best time to buy long term care insurance is not retirement age but in one's 50's, 40's, or 30's, according to LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. Why? Agents Keep Flocking to LTC Financial Partners, the Fast-Growing Long Term Care Insurance Brokerage; 239 Have Joined So Far Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 19:32:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As 77 million soon-to-retire baby boomers promise to explode the long term care industry, one company is exploding already: LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. The firm has grown from 85 agents two years ago to 239 today, an impressive 281% increase. Long Term Care Could Surpass Childcare as Challenge for American Business Sun, 22 Oct 2006, 23:59:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long term care is starting to rival childcare as a problem affecting the business focus of American employees, according to LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. As the American workforce ages, more employees may be called away to tend to an incapacitated adult than a needy child. Long Term Care Insurance Agents Become Educators, A New Trend Fri, 15 Sep 2006, 15:27:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - Sept. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Most people hate sales pressure, especially from the likes of insurance company representatives. And for complex decisions like selecting a long term care policy, 'People need lots of information and time to consider the facts,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. Long Term Care Resources Introduces New Long Term Care Planning Kit for Attorneys Tue, 05 Sep 2006, 15:46:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan DETROIT, Mich. - Sept. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long Term Care Resources (LTCR), the national leader in marketing LTC insurance through affinity groups, and the American Bar Insurance Plans (ABI), has developed a new, comprehensive, long term care planning kit for attorneys. How to Pick a Long Term Care Insurance Agent; Six Questions to Identify a Real Pro Tue, 08 Aug 2006, 14:32:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - Aug. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- People seeking long term care insurance should buy it through an independent agent. That's what most experts advise. But there's a problem. 'How do you find the right agent?' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. Quiz on Long Term Care Risk Factors From LTC Financial Partners Mon, 31 Jul 2006, 14:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As 78 million baby boomers approach retirement age, the majority lack long term care insurance. If you're among them, do you know the danger you face? Take the five-question quiz, below. It's from LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. Three Ways to Simplify Long Term Care Insurance Choice - from LTC Financial Partners: Answers to Mind-Boggling Complexity Tue, 25 Jul 2006, 14:28:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - July 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Why don't more Americans buy long term care insurance? Decision paralysis. This is the conclusion of a study commissioned by the AARP Public Policy Institute. People throw up their hands and do nothing when faced with complexity that confounds even the experts: myriad policy choices from dozens of carriers that use different terms and definitions; regulations that vary from state to state; and price quotes that map poorly to benefit amounts, waiting periods, deductibles, duration of benefits, possible rate hikes, and inflation protection. Long Term Care Experts on Call; Army of 200 Will Help Companies Help Aging Employees Thu, 29 Jun 2006, 15:21:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - June 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the American workforce ages, employees need a new health benefit: long term care insurance. But with benefits budgets already stretched, few companies can afford it. Now there's a solution, an educational program from LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. The program costs the employer nothing while helping employees get the protection they and their families need. From Prescription Drug Plans to Long Term Care Policies, Government Forcing Another Tough Choice; Help Offered by Insurance Experts Wed, 31 May 2006, 03:45:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - May 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As millions of Americans recover from the daunting choice among prescription drug plans (deadline was May 15), the Government is forcing another health care decision. And this one's a doozie, according to LTC Financial Partners LLC. 'Which long term care insurance policy should you pick?' 'LTCI Live' - Long Term Care Insurance, Hot New Topic on the Lecture Circuit; for Groups Seeking Speakers, LTC Financial Partners Offers Army of Experts Free of Charge Thu, 25 May 2006, 22:48:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - May 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Local service clubs, community groups, and associations constantly need speakers to jazz up their meetings, but good ones - without big fees - are hard to find. LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, is filling the need with 180-plus experts on a hot new topic: long term care insurance. LTC Financial Partners Named Long Term Care Insurance 'Resource Partner' for Financial Planning Association(R); Information Now Available to FPA(R) Members in All Branches Mon, 08 May 2006, 15:19:00 EDT — Edited by Carly M. Zander KIRKLAND, WA - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP), the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, announced its selection as 'Resource Partner' for the Financial Planning Association(R) (FPA(R)), the membership organization for America's financial planners and allied professionals. Praise for New York's Public Education on Long Term Care Insurance; Leading Brokerage, LTC Financial Partners, Urges Other States to Follow the Lead Wed, 19 Apr 2006, 15:38:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - Apr. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starting this Spring, a series of public seminars will enlighten New Yorkers on affordable financing of long term care. Under the Empire State's umbrella, residents will learn how to get private long term care insurance that is sweetened by tax breaks and relaxed Medicaid rules. The seminars will be held in convenient locations throughout the state. Long Term Care Insurance More Attractive Thanks to New Law; Answer Service from LTC Financial Partners Tells Who Can Benefit and How Mon, 27 Feb 2006, 11:31:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, WA - Feb. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Deficit Reduction Act, signed into law by President Bush on February 8, 'promises to encourage millions of Americans to buy long term care insurance,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. But he cautions, 'The legislation is a mine field of complexity that will vary from state to state as local programs roll out. The consumer needs help from experts to know if they can benefit and how.' Agents Flocking to LTC Financial Partners, the Fast-Growing Long Term Care Insurance Brokerage; 'Top Producers Want to Be Owners,' the Company Explains Tue, 21 Feb 2006, 06:25:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, has grown from 91 agents a year ago to 167 today, a whopping 84% increase. What's the big draw? 'Ownership,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO. 'The best agents come to us because they want a piece of the action. They also want the professional status of partnership, as in law firms.' Insurance Outsourcing Service Pumps Cash into CPA Firms Tue, 07 Feb 2006, 06:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons NEWTON, MA - Feb. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today The Financial Resource Group announced 'Integrated Insurance Planning(TM),' a service that helps CPA firms profit from insurance recommendations. 'Many firms are moving into insurance, but few are making much money at it," says Barry Goldwater, Principal of The Financial Resource Group (FRG). 'We aim to change that; why should insurance advice be a loss leader?' Goldwater asks. 'We see firms outsourcing their insurance business, throwing sizable revenue to outside advisors and possibly to the competition. We have created a way for firms to monetize this revenue in-house.' LTCi: The Hot New Asset-Protection Option, From a Financial Advisor Near You Mon, 30 Jan 2006, 14:31:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, WA - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to LTC Financial Partners LLC, Philip Kimball, Executive Director of the Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers, watched helplessly as over $1 million dollars disappeared into the health-care system: all the assets of his dying mom and dad. Like most Americans of more than modest means, Kimball and his parents had missed an estate planning gap. Their financial advisors missed it too. No long term care insurance (or LTCi, the industry nickname). Millennium Administrators, Inc. Has Been Selected by Brown's Automotive Group to Provide Stand Alone RX Benefits Thu, 19 Jan 2006, 16:30:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander HARLEYSVILLE, PA - Jan. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Millennium Administrators, Inc., a pharmacy benefits administrator, has signed a contract with Virginia based Brown Automotive to provide stand alone pharmacy benefit services for over 1000 employees. Millennium is providing a stand-alone pharmacy benefit program, including a custom benefit plan design and administrative services. Long Term Care Insurance Video Clip and Guidebook Now Available Fri, 16 Dec 2005, 15:01:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - Dec. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Will you or a family member need expensive long-term care someday? Almost for sure -- but if you're like most people, you don't want to think about it. But what if you could turn your mind, instead, to bright, bullish prospects? Visions of sailing or playing golf into your 90's, traveling, eating out ... or sheltering a few hundred thousand dollars from taxes? That's the focus of a video clip and guidebook from LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long-term care insurance brokerage. An Aging Population Will Need Modified Homes; New Course from LTC Financial Partners Gives Guidelines for Builders, Agents, and Homeowners Fri, 02 Dec 2005, 10:56:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons LYNNWOOD, WA - Dec. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the population ages, homeowners and real estate professionals face a challenge: meeting the special needs of people who can't take care of themselves. Things like making bathrooms wheelchair-accessible, or creating space for hired care workers. Nation's Top Long-Term Care Insurance Producers Announced Thu, 17 Nov 2005, 10:44:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA - Nov. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long-Term Care Sales Strategies magazine has awarded the 2005 National LTCi Sales Achievement Award to 60 Partners of LTC Financial Partners LLC. The honor recognizes the nation's leading long-term care insurance specialists and was presented at the recent National LTCi Producers Summit, the annual industry conference, held in Kansas City, MO. Kansas City Briefing Sparks Drive to Keep America from Going Broke; Long-Term Care Insurance the Key Thu, 27 Oct 2005, 11:05:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KANSAS CITY, MO - Oct. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As 77 million baby boomers approach retirement, America faces budget-busting costs for long-term care. 'Somebody is going to go broke -- Uncle Sam, the states, or millions of citizens -- unless we act now,' says Cameron Truesdell, a long-term care pioneer. He is CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC, host of an industry-government briefing in Kansas City, MO, October 17. Averting Financial Disaster for 20 Million - KC Confab Will Chart the Path Wed, 28 Sep 2005, 17:32:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KANSAS CITY, MO - September 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, by 2025 more than 20 million Americans - incapacitated athletes and children as well as aging baby boomers - will need long-term care services. Ordinary health insurance won't cover it. Neither, in all likelihood, will Medicaid, as legislative reform cracks down on benefits claimed by the affluent. Yet, 'We can have long-term care protection for every American,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's leading LTC insurance brokerage. AirSure Limited and Aero Insurance Merge to Form General Aviation's Largest Insurance Brokerage Wed, 28 Sep 2005, 14:38:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons DENVER, Colo. - September 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Officials of two of the nation's largest aviation insurance brokerage firms: AirSure Limited and Aero Insurance, a division of the Van Gilder Insurance Corporation, announced today the completion of a definitive merger agreement which states that Aero Insurance will merge with AirSure Limited. The new company will be owned by the Van Gilder Insurance Corporation and will operate under the AirSure Limited name, with Bill Behan serving as managing director and Larry Mattiello as president. With Government Distracted, Private Program Seeks to Avert New Disaster: Abject End for Millions Wed, 21 Sep 2005, 11:33:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA and KANSAS CITY, MO - September 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In June the federal government ended a pilot program to alert the nation to an impending social disaster: millions of longer-living Americans unprepared to survive longer-lasting incapacities. The pilot, run in five states, grew out of a recognition that government could not afford to fund a yawning gap in health coverage. Since life spans have been increasing and 77 million baby boomers are nearing retirement, bouts of incapacity are expected to explode; and ordinary health insurance doesn't cover it, say the experts at LTC Financial Partners. Long Term Care Insurance Brokerage Announces Chain of Press Information Websites Tue, 06 Sep 2005, 14:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, Wash. - September 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Partners of LTC Financial Partners LLC (with offices across the country) want to be the best sources of long term care insurance information in their local areas. To that end, the organization announced today a chain of websites that will feed facts to the press. The sites are also available to the general public. Insured Offshore Energy Losses from Katrina Projected at $2 Billion - Estimated $300 Million Will Never Be Collected Wed, 31 Aug 2005, 17:29:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander DALLAS, TX - August 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Insurance Data Systems, an estimated $300,000,000 in insured damage from Katrina will be uncollected because energy companies do not aggressively pursue full claims payment. Insurance Data Systems is a Dallas, Texas based firm specializing in assisting energy companies in collecting on complex insurance claims. Long Term Care Consumes 'an Acre a Month,' But Affordable Insurance Can Save the Farm, Experts Say Mon, 18 Jul 2005, 11:10:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - July 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The mounting cost of long term care has become a "monster" that is devouring acre after acre of the nation's prime cropland, pasture, and woodlands. So says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, LLC, the nation's leading long-term care insurance brokerage representing multiple carriers. It's a problem that affects agricultural families in every state, not just the farm belt. Long-Term Care Insurance Could Soon Be 100% Tax-Deductible; Early-Bird Steps Can Assure Benefit Wed, 15 Jun 2005, 13:25:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, Wash. - June 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's leading long-term care insurance brokerage representing multiple carriers, announced an early-bird cost minimization program. The aim is to help millions of Americans secure the best long-term care coverage while preserving assets, and eventually deduct the entire premium expense on their Federal tax returns. Federal Long Term Care Awareness Project Winds Down, But Private-Sector Information Service Ramps Up Tue, 31 May 2005, 16:06:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone KIRKLAND, WA - May 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Network takes baton from Washington following successful trial programs in five states. With Memorial Day behind us, so is the Federal government's Long-Term Care Consumer Awareness Campaign, with uncertain prospects for revival. Information kits, consisting of a booklet and audio CD, will no longer be available as supplies dwindle. Long Term Care for Middle-Class Americans: Count On Yourself, Not Government Mon, 02 May 2005, 17:21:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander KIRKLAND, WA - May 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Network Offers Free Advice on Private-Sector Protection. It's about the money. As the baby boom generation ages, more Americans will need extended care in hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences. Who will pay for it? Washington? The states? Don't count on it unless you're part of the neediest minority. Who will pick up the tab for the rest of us? Leapfrogging the Long Term Care Crisis: New Service Shows How Mon, 18 Apr 2005, 20:35:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons KIRKLAND, WA -- (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Network Takes Responsibility for Public Education Piloted by Washington. Good news: Americans are living longer. Bad news: More will be laid up, incapacitated, for extended periods; and regular medical insurance doesn't cover it. Washington can't pick up the tab, and the states will go broke trying. 'Medicaid could be overwhelmed by aging baby boomers,' says a Government source.
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