Getting involved in your local community is one of the most effective ways to build trust, create meaningful connections, and let people know about your services as a knowledgeable and dependable Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance agent. Not sure how to begin? Use the following tips to jumpstart your under-65 health insurance marketing success and Read More
Selling health insurance to individuals under 65 isn’t as heavily regulated as Medicare sales, but Affordable Care Act (ACA) agents still need to follow certain guidelines. In this section, we’ll go over the key qualifications you’ll need to meet to be ready-to-sell both during and outside the Open Enrollment Period (OEP). We’ll also share useful Read More
The Open Enrollment Period (OEP) can be one of the busiest times of the year for agents. Make your workflow easier by using our preferred Enhanced Direct Enrollment (EDE) platform — HealthSherpa! If you sell Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans in the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM), HealthSherpa is a completely free tool designed to streamline Read More
The 2026 Marketplace Open Enrollment Period (OEP) for Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans runs from November 1, 2025, through January 15, 2026 — though some state-based marketplaces may have slightly different deadlines. This is the most important time of year for individuals under age 65 who need health insurance coverage through the ACA Marketplace. Before Read More
With the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) fast approaching, now is the time to remind your clients to take another look at their current Medicare coverage. In some cases, a simple review may reveal that switching to a different plan could better suit their healthcare needs and financial goals. A 2024 study by KFF found Read More
Leads are the lifeblood of every insurance agent’s business — they fuel growth and client acquisition. However, with countless lead vendors advertising on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, many of whom claim to be legitimate and compliant, it can be challenging to distinguish trustworthy sources from fraudulent operators. We want to bring your attention Read More
CMS now requires Third-Party Marketing Organizations (TPMOs) to obtain a beneficiary’s express written consent before sharing any of their personal information. This new rule directly impacts Medicare lead sharing practices — so how does it change the way agents and agencies exchange beneficiary data? Let’s break it down. Key Details to Understand What Is a Read More
Get ready for the 2026 Open Enrollment Period! This year brings new certification requirements and key updates you won’t want to miss. Below, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the latest Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) certification process and the training updates for state-based exchanges. Marketplace Training Deadlines You Should Know The 2026 FFM Read More