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NAIFA'S CONSUMER ARM, LIFE HAPPENS, BRINGS US INSURE YOUR LOVE MONTH

By NAIFA-Texas on 2/1/24 9:34 AM

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Once again for February, NAIFA is fully supporting the Life Happens annual Insure Your Love Month campaign. Life Happens has joined with NAIFA to serve as our consumer outreach and education arm. This month's theme, "How to say I love you," explores the difficulties many people have expressing their love and encourages people to protect their loved ones by obtaining life insurance as an act of love.

Topics: Life Insurance & Annuities #NAIFAProud Life Happens NAIFA Texas
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Welcome New NAIFA-Texas Members

By NAIFA-Texas on 2/1/24 9:29 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!

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Installation of the 2024 NAIFA Dallas Board of Directors

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/29/24 3:21 PM

NAIFA-Dallas held a Membership Luncheon Meeting on January 25, 2024. They were joined by NAIFA-Texas President, Jim Thompson, who conducted the installation of the 2024 NAIFA-Dallas Board of Directors. 

Topics: #NAIFAProud Membership NAIFA-Dallas
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NAIFA Pineywoods of East Texas Luncheon Attendance Reaches All-Time High

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/29/24 2:53 PM

On January 19th, NAIFA Pineywoods of East Texas (NAIFA-POET) held a Membership Luncheon at the Hollytree Country Club in Tyler, Texas where Texas Insurance Commissioner Cassie Brown was the guest speaker. Commissioner Brown provided members and guests with an “Insurance Market and TDI Update” during the event where close to 50 people were in attendance. The 2024 Board of Directors were also sworn in during this luncheon where NAIFA-Texas President Jim Thompson presided over the ceremony. Keith Hilliard will be serving as the 2024 Pineywoods Chapter President with David Webb serving as President-Elect, John Ruckel serving as Secretary-Treasurer, Brett Weisenburn serving as the Immediate Past President, Debbie Gary serving as a Director and the Diversity Advisor Team (DAT) Chair, Les Littleton serving as a Director and the IFAPAC Chair, Barry Dobbs serving as a Director, and Damon Ruckel serving as a Director and Advocacy Chair.

Topics: #NAIFAProud Membership NAIFA POET
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Embracing the Future with Long-Term Care Planning

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/29/24 9:00 AM

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Join us on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm eastern, for a webinar on the future of Long-Term Care (LTC) planning. As states like Washington begin implementing mandated LTC plans, it's clear that addressing the care needs of our aging population is more crucial than ever. This session will delve into the evolving landscape of LTC insurance, exploring various options that range from traditional insurance to innovative life and annuity hybrids. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of these options, insights into the planning process, and an overview of state-level developments in LTC planning. This event is an invaluable opportunity for anyone involved in financial planning, insurance, or retirement strategies. NAIFA members can register for free, making it a not-to-be-missed event for those looking to stay informed in this rapidly changing field. This webinar is brought to you by Ash Brokerage. 

Topics: #NAIFAProud NAIFA Texas
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Introducing the NAIFA-FSP Resource Center

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/26/24 11:27 AM

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The NAIFA-FSP Resource Center is a benefit available to all NAIFA members and their colleagues in the financial profession. The center is a library of free downloadable content including white papers, webinars, product guides, case studies, industry analysis, and much more, provided by experts and vendors within the insurance industry. You can search the content by keyword or browse topics of interest, including:

Topics: #NAIFAProud Benefits Membership FSP
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NAIFA-Texas Membership Orientation

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/23/24 10:26 AM

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Last week we brought staff and leaders together to host a new member orientation for NAIFA-Texas members. With so many new members coming into the NAIFA Family from the merger with FSP, the NAIFA-Texas board thought it would be a great idea to tell members all about the history, culture, and activities that make NAIFA-Texas unique.

Topics: #NAIFAProud Webinar Membership NAIFA Texas Orientation
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Welcome New NAIFA-Texas Members

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/3/24 8:33 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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NAIFA Elects and Installs Its 2024 Leaders at the Belong Event in Washington, D.C.

By NAIFA-Texas on 1/1/24 9:06 AM

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NAIFA has formally elected its officers and Board of Trustees at its annual business meeting as part of the National Leadership Conference and Belong awards celebration in Washington, D.C.

Topics: #NAIFAProud Press Release Leaders
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Fairway Mortgage Ranked #1 in the U.S. for Borrower Satisfaction Among Mortgage Origination Companies by J.D. Power

By NAIFA-Texas on 12/29/23 1:25 PM

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

MADISON, Wis., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, America’s #2 retail mortgage lender overall, was today named #1 for customer satisfaction among mortgage origination companies in the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Mortgage Origination Satisfaction Study. This list is entirely based on client feedback collected by the independent research firm.

“At Fairway we continually talk about the primary need for speed, and the importance of smooth and timely closings.  Borrowers want things to happen ASAP and without any hitches, and we have built our borrowing experience with that in mind,” said Steve Jacobson, the CEO and Founder of Fairway Mortgage. “We have systems in place that prioritize our customers, and we believe this award recognizes that effort.”

“At Fairway we continually talk about the primary need for speed, and the importance of smooth and timely closings. Borrowers want things to happen ASAP and without any hitches, and we have built our borrowing experience with that in mind,” said Steve Jacobson, the CEO and Founder of Fairway Mortgage. “We have systems in place that prioritize our customers, and we believe this award recognizes that effort.”

Integral to Fairway being named the Highest Ranked Mortgage Originator for Customer Satisfaction is Fairway’s track record in delivering dependable closings.  Fairway created a Closing 911 email group where loan officers can reach out to a team of closing experts about any problem or hiccup that pops up at the closing table, no matter who caused the issue.

Fairway also places high priority on serving borrowers who benefit from government loans that offer low down payment or no down payment options.  Fairway is America’s top USDA Loan originator in volume and units, the #5 VA Loan lender in volume and units, and the #1 FHA Loan originator in purchase volume.

 
Topics: #NAIFAProud Sponsor Fairway

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