Derek Pierce, Bankers Life Agent

09/17/2021

Women: It’s time for you to close the gender gap in life insurance ownership. Just 47% of women have life insurance coverage versus 58% of men. Yet women are just as likely to need life insurance as men. Here’s what you need to know:

Women: It’s time for you to close the gender gap in life insurance ownership. Just 47% of women have life insurance coverage versus 58% of men, according to the 2021 Insurance Barometer Study by Life Happens and LIMRA, insurance industry groups. Yet women are just as likely to need life insurance ...

09/15/2021

Two words: compound interest.

"Most people that I sit down with always say 'I wish I started sooner,'" said Tess Zigo, a certified financial planner at Emerge Wealth Strategies.

09/13/2021

Insurance companies sell both life insurance and annuities. These products are similar in many ways, but there are also some key differences. This article will walk you through the details so you can be prepared to make the right choice for your financial needs: https://www.centerforasecureretirement.com/Posts/Annuity-vs-Life-Insurance-Whats-Right-for-You

09/10/2021

MYTH: Life insurance is only for young breadwinners who have a family, house and other financial obligations.
REALITY: While it’s true that young breadwinners need life insurance, the reality is that almost everyone needs life insurance—including retirees!
Head to our blog to find out why!

08/20/2021

Interested in making the switch from Medicare Advantage to Medicare Supplement insurance? Check out this article for information on the differences between these programs, and what you need to do to change plans:

You can switch from Medicare Advantage to Medigap — but only during certain times. Here's what you need to know to make the most of your Medicare benefits.

08/18/2021

These 7 reminders can help any financial situation.

Here are the seven things that millennials should absolutely stop doing to get their financial plans on track.

08/16/2021

Did you know that making new friends in retirement could help you be healthier and happier—and possibly add years to your life? Meeting people and making new friends in retirement in a safe, socially distant way is easier than you might think. Check out these five tips:

Social distancing mandates don't have to stop you from making new friends in retirement. Here are five ways to get started.

08/13/2021

401(k) rollover mistakes can cost you big. Check out this article to learn what to avoid:

Beyond that, some have been entering retirement every day, which has led to a flood of 401(k) rollovers. Here are 7 common IRA rollover mistakes you need to avoid.

08/11/2021

Financial security concerns pervade among younger generations.

Millennials and Generation X are significantly more worried about retirement than older generations. Their worry is warranted.

08/09/2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has ramped up interest in aging in place for seniors. Yet there are many considerations to make when deciding to age at home. Here’s how the pandemic is prompting us to think, more than ever, about where and how we want to live:

If you've decided that aging in place is the right choice for you and have made the proper preparations, it can be a rewarding next phase of your life.

08/06/2021

Whether you own life insurance, or you’re the beneficiary on someone’s policy, understanding how benefits pay out is important. Head to our blog for everything you need to know:

What happens to your life insurance payout when you die? And what’s the process of filing a life insurance claim? Find out at our blog.