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Connecting you with Industry News and Resources.

August 5, 2026
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This Week's Highlights & Events

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Lincoln Financial

Webinar | SECURE Act & IRAs: Key Changes & Planning Opportunities

The SECURE Act fundamentally changed how inherited IRAs are taxed, and many clients still don't fully understand the impact. Join us for a fast-paced 20-30 minute webinar as we simplify the latest rules and show practical planning opportunities that can help clients reduce tax exposure and preserve more of their legacy.

In Case You Missed It

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North American

Webinar | Understanding Buy-Sell Strategies: Helping Businesses Minimize Chaos

Every business owner has a plan to grow their business — but what happens if an owner unexpectedly exits? Gary Proco and Hunter White from North American explore practical Buy-Sell strategies that can help business owners protect their companies, families, and partners while creating opportunities for you to grow your business.

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Life Insurance

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Underwriting & New Business

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National Life Group

Big cases. Less hassle. More capacity.

National Life Group's in-house Large Case Underwriting team includes 20+ dedicated underwriters with more than 250 years of combined experience — expertise and personalized support to help you place business with confidence. Whether the case is over $2 million in underwriting or $35,000+ in commissionable target premium, they're there every step of the way.

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John Hancock

Total View Credits now available for more clients

Eligible clients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and Type II diabetes may now be considered for Total View Credits, creating more opportunities for improved underwriting decisions on mildly substandard cases. Eligible clients may receive up to a two-table improvement (to a maximum of Standard) — no additional action required on your part. Submit the case as you normally would and your usual decision notification will indicate if credits were applied.

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Mutual of Omaha

Success with Fluidless Underwriting

When the application and underwriting process feels like a burden, progress can stall. The Fluidless Underwriting Program helps you keep cases moving — watch the video and read how one producer used it to stay in control of a high-value case.

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Advanced Markets

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Hybrid Products, LTC & DI

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Annuity Updates

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Western & Southern

The Most Important Retirement Number

Most clients know their account balance — far fewer know how much guaranteed monthly income they'll have once the paycheck stops. Retirement is funded by income, not account values, and guaranteed income can provide confidence regardless of how markets perform. Client question of the month: "How much guaranteed monthly income will you have before you begin withdrawing from your investment portfolio?" If that uncovers an income gap, a SPIA or Deferred Income Annuity can help create a dependable retirement paycheck.

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EquiTrust

Two generations. Two priorities. One competitive edge.

Baby Boomers and Gen X may both be preparing for retirement, but what drives their decisions can be very different. Understanding those differences helps you ask more relevant questions, deliver guidance that resonates, build stronger relationships, and uncover new retirement-planning opportunities. EquiTrust solutions are designed to help you meet clients where they are.

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Knighthead

Why a Simple Interest MYGA May Be Smarter for Withdrawals

If clients plan to take interest-only withdrawals, simple interest can preserve future earnings — withdrawals don't reduce the interest base since interest is calculated on the initial premium. Most MYGAs use compound interest; Knighthead Life's Staysail MYGA takes a different approach with simple interest, which often results in a higher advertised rate and may be a better fit when clients plan to take withdrawals.