The Medicare Rules Agents Would Repeal Tomorrow

by Insurancenewsnet | May 19, 2026 | Industry News, Medicare

Medicare’s regulatory framework was built for a version of retirement that no longer exists. The rules assume seniors stop working at age 65, understand their enrollment windows and can absorb unlimited cost exposure. The gap between those assumptions and...

What We Know So Far About 2026 ACA Marketplace Enrollment, Premiums, and Deductibles

by KFF | May 19, 2026 | Industry News

The enhanced premium tax credits established by the American Rescue Plan in 2021 and extended through 2025 by .  significantly expanded Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace affordability, driving enrollment to record highs. When those enhancements expired at the end...

The Average Marketplace Deductible Grew by About $1,000 Per Person in 2026, With More Enrollees Shifting to Higher-Deductible Plans as Enhanced Tax Credits Expired

by KFF | May 19, 2026 | Industry News, Marketplace Coverage

The average Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace deductible experienced the steepest increase in history—growing by 37% or over $1,000, from $2,759 in 2025 to $3,786 in 2026 as enhanced premium tax credits expired, according to a new KFF analysis. After the enhanced...

AmeriLife continues AAPI Heritage Month celebrations by spotlighting Rose Patrick and the impact of diverse teams.

by Amerilife | May 16, 2026 | AAPI, Industry News

Meaningful connections are built on shared stories and lived experiences that bring us together. We’re proud to continue our AAPI Heritage Month spotlights by celebrating Rose Patrick and the power of opportunity, partnership, and the impact our teams make across the...

CMS Final Rule Lowers Costs, Cracks Down on Fraud, and Expands State Control

by CMS | May 15, 2026 | CMS, Industry News

The Trump administration on Friday, May 15th finalized a major rule reshaping the Affordable Care Act exchanges, including increasing access to nontraditional and cheaper policies that come with much higher deductibles. ARTICLE Summary: Lower costs + more plan...

Today’s Rates Create a Powerful Opening for Annuity Conversations

by Agent & Advisor | May 13, 2026 | A&A, Industry News, Protection/Income, Wealth

Interest rates are on everyone’s mind right now, and Americans feel the uncertainty. They’re watching the headlines, trying to decide whether they should lock in today’s rates or wait to see what happens next. At the same time, many fixed and indexed annuities look...