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NAIFA Cuts the Ribbon on Its New Headquarters

By NAIFA-Texas on 12/21/23 8:58 AM

INFORMATION PUBLISHED ON AT.NAIFA.ORG

NAIFA 2023 President Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, and 2024 President Tom Cothron, LUTCF, FSCP, cut the ribbon on NAIFA's new national headquarters in Arlington, VA, in early December. Also participating in the ceremony were NAIFA Past Presidents Tom Michel, LACP, CLTC, and Larry Holzberg, LUTCF, LACP.

Topics: #NAIFAProud
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NAIFA and FSP Boards Unanimously Approve the Associations' Merger

By NAIFA-Texas on 12/19/23 8:56 AM

INFORMATION PUBLISHED ON AT.NAIFA.ORG

NAIFA’s Board of Trustees and the Board of Directors of the Society of Financial Service Professionals have both voted unanimously to approve a merger agreement between the two associations. The votes come after the membership of NAIFA and FSP both voted overwhelmingly in favor of the merger earlier this year.

Topics: #NAIFAProud FSP
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Enhancing Financial Resilience: Leveraging Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Loans To Safeguard Retirement Portfolios

By NAIFA-Texas on 12/18/23 1:16 PM

This Article is Brought to you by NAIFA-Texas Sponsor, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation - The Michael Inkman Team

As a professional who works with senior citizens, you understand the challenge of securing a comfortable retirement for people 62 and older. In any economic climate, building a financial cushion is crucial for retirees to protect their portfolios and maintain their quality of life, and is even more critical and challenging to achieve in times of economic uncertainty.

In this article, we’ll explore how recent economic fluctuations have affected the retirement assets of millions of senior Americans and show how the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) can be an effective tool for insulating retirement portfolios, improving overall quality of life in retirement and helping retirees afford their dream home.*

Topics: #NAIFAProud Sponsor Fairway
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NAIFA Members Advocate for Access to Financial Service Professionals

By NAIFA-Texas on 12/11/23 9:10 AM

INFORMATION PUBLISHED ON AT.NAIFA.ORG

More than 250 NAIFA members took to Capitol Hill today to meet with over 200 Congressional offices to advance the need to protect the worker classification of financial service professionals as independent contractors and to provide consumers a variety of choices in financial service professionals. The Day on the Hill was coupled with NAIFA’s National Leadership Conference which serves to train the leaders of state and local chapters in grassroots advocacy.

Topics: #NAIFAProud Federal Advocacy Grassroots DOL
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Welcome New NAIFA-Texas Members

By NAIFA-Texas on 11/30/23 9:51 AM

NAIFA-Texas is excited to welcome the following new members. We look forward to their involvement are honored for them to join our great network of financial professionals!

Topics: #NAIFAProud new members
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2024 Annual State Conference Speaker Preview: Tom Cothron

By NAIFA-Texas on 11/29/23 1:52 PM

Tom Cothron
NAIFA National President, 2024
Topics: #NAIFAProud NAIFA-Texas State Conference
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2024 Annual State Conference Speaker Preview: Louise Thaxton

By NAIFA-Texas on 11/22/23 1:47 PM

Louise Thaxton
National Speaker, Veterans Advocate, and Mortgage Professional
Topics: #NAIFAProud NAIFA-Texas State Conference
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2024 Annual State Conference Speaker Preview: Steve Gilliland

By NAIFA-Texas on 11/15/23 1:44 PM

Steve Gilliland
National Speaker, Author, Businessman
Topics: #NAIFAProud NAIFA-Texas State Conference
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How Life Settlements Are an Undervalued Tool for Seniors

By NAIFA-Texas on 11/15/23 9:19 AM

This Article is Brought to you by NAIFA-Texas Emerald Sponsor, Abacus Life Settlements

 

In a world that's constantly evolving, it's essential for seniors to explore every financial avenue available to secure their future. The golden years should be filled with relaxation, peace of mind, and the freedom to live life on your own terms. However, achieving this level of financial comfort can be challenging, especially with the rising costs of healthcare, long-term care, and everyday living expenses. This is where Abacus Life steps in as your trusted partner, guiding you toward a lesser-known yet invaluable financial solution – life settlements.

Understanding the Opportunity

Abacus Life, a leading buyer of life insurance policies and a vertically integrated alternative asset manager specializing in specialty insurance products, believes in making the often-overlooked life settlement an accessible and transparent option for seniors. But what exactly is a life settlement, and why is it such an undervalued tool?

Life settlements are a financial strategy that allows policyholders to sell their life insurance policies in exchange for a lump sum cash payment. These policies are typically considered personal property, and just like any other asset, they can be liquidated to provide seniors with the financial means to enjoy their retirement to the fullest.

The Hidden Benefits

Financial Flexibility: Life settlements grant you the flexibility to decide how best to use the funds. Whether it's funding your medical care, covering long-term care expenses, paying for that dream vacation, or pursuing a new business venture, the choice is entirely yours.

Adapting to Life Changes: As life unfolds, your needs and circumstances may change. You may find that you no longer need the life insurance policy, or perhaps your beneficiaries no longer require the policy benefits. Life settlements provide the opportunity to adapt to these changes and maximize the value of your policy.

Affordability: Rising premiums or unexpected financial challenges can make it difficult to maintain your life insurance policy. Rather than surrendering it and losing your premium investments, a life settlement can provide a cash amount significantly higher than the policy's surrender value.

Investment Opportunities: Life settlements empower you to recapture the equity you've invested in your policy. This equity can then be used to explore new financial opportunities, such as investing in a business, purchasing a home, settling debts, or acquiring an income-generating annuity.

Abacus Life's Commitment

Abacus Life is dedicated to ensuring that you receive the most from your policy and that your entire experience is seamless. With over $4.6 billion in face value of policies purchased, Abacus has been a reliable partner for thousands of clients looking to maximize the value of their life insurance. With an experienced leadership team averaging 20+ years in the industry, Abacus brings innovation and expertise to the life settlements space.

As part of Abacus's commitment to transparency and client empowerment, they have introduced the Abacus Marketplace, a leading policy valuation and management platform. This platform provides real-time updates, easy case file management, direct communication with your Abacus representative, transparent pricing data, and E-sign capabilities. It's a one-stop destination for all your life settlement needs.

Life settlements are an undervalued financial tool that can provide seniors with the means to enjoy their retirement to the fullest. The flexibility, adaptability, and financial opportunities they offer make them an excellent choice for those seeking a brighter and more secure future. Abacus Life, is here to guide you through the process, ensuring you make an informed decision that aligns with your unique financial goals and circumstances. So, why let your life insurance policy sit in the shadows when you can turn it into a valuable asset that supports your dreams and aspirations in your golden years?

Find out if you qualify to sell your life insurance policy by using our simple online calculator or speaking with a settlement specialist at 1-800-561-4148. We are eager to assist you in making the most of your life insurance policy.

Topics: #NAIFAProud Sponsor Abacus Life Emerald Sponsor
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2024 Annual State Conference Speaker Preview: Jason Redman

By NAIFA-Texas on 11/8/23 1:41 PM

Lieutenant Jason Redman
Retired Navy SEAL, Motivational Speaker
Topics: #NAIFAProud NAIFA-Texas State Conference

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