March 2018 - Creative Edge

The first NYSE® index inside a fixed indexed annuity applies the behavioral finance research of renowned economist Roger Ibbotson. The NYSE® Zebra Edge® Index selects less popular stocks for a greater growth opportunity with less volatility. When combined with the Nationwide New Heights® fixed indexed annuities, clients may benefit from: • 15.81% Index Return in 20171 • 150% Index… Read More

How one advisor went from the daily grind to focusing on relationships with his clients Matt Green, an independent advisor, changed the entire way he does business because of ChangePath, a turnkey asset management platform (TAMP). Matt’s comprehensive practice lost one of its key personnel, but that didn’t stop Matt from having a record year…. Read More

Learn about the 2018 Income Maximizer (IMAX) Updates SIGN ME UP » As a CreativeOne agent, you have complimentary access to our Income Maximizer (IMAX) software. With the New Year comes change, and IMAX has several updates we want to share with you including: How to uncover potential Roth conversion opportunities using IMAX’s new Bracket… Read More

The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in a victory for Appellants, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, et.al., by a 2-1 decision ruled on March 15 against the prior District Court decision for DOL, vacating that decision and erasing the Fiduciary Rule. The Appellants questioned whether 1) the new definition of investment advice fiduciary is consistent with… Read More

On Thursday, March 15, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion to vacate the Department of Labor’s Fiduciary Rule in its entirety. However, the Fiduciary Rule will remain in effect for at least 45 days as the DOL decides on whether to appeal the ruling. Join us as we review the legal decision, the… Read More

With AIG, beginning April 16, 2018, Max Accumulator + and AG Platinum Choice VUL 2 can be processed with non-medical underwriting1… Non-med underwriting details >> Meaning, a purchase process that is simpler for your client, faster for us to support, and easier for you to complete! No labs, APS’s, Para-meds, or physical exams. Easy processing… Read More

Seminar marketing is an excellent opportunity to display your knowledge and thought leadership to a group. They also work well as a way prospect for new clients and generate business. When coupled with a targeted, paid-advertisement strategy, seminars also create an opportunity where you are able to speak to a pre-qualified audience with the desire… Read More

The Best IUL Product Becomes ELITE In the indexed universal life space, we are the experts. Does your indexed universal life (IUL) carrier: Trace its origins to the beginning of the IUL marketplace? Employ people with firsthand knowledge and experience gained by developing and marketing products that have led the IUL industry? Use product designs… Read More

Hear from Eleanor Johnson, CPA, CLU, CGMA & National VP of Institutional Sales at John Hancock about how to create a common dialogue that motivates clients to incorporate life insurance into their planning, while at the same time revealing assets and future sales opportunities. Welcome to: The Conversation before the Conversation. Tuesday, March 20 8:30 a.m…. Read More

What is an In-Service Alternative Rollover? The In-Service Alternate Rollover is a revolutionary process that has made it possible to transform financial planners’ businesses across the nation. An In-Service Alternate Rollover (ISAR) process allows your clients to rollover money that was formerly inaccessible. Roll money out of your client’s 401(k) into an independent retirement account (IRA)… Read More