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Selling Like Hotcakes

Forgive me for stating the obvious (and repeating what I’ve written in my commentaries) but it’s clear that the annuity industry is looking at a fresh sales record in 2024. This is a great thing... Read more

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Comparison Shopping

I’ve said it before on this blog (as per my post from earlier this year entitled “Experiential Reality”) that it’s encouraging more detailed data on life and annuity products are steadily becoming available, thanks to... Read more

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The Benefit of Hindsight

I think taking a look back every now and again is undoubtedly a good thing. If one has made progress, one can enjoy a feeling of satisfaction. If one has made mistakes, one can take... Read more

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Thinking About Consistency

As I write this, I am in a hotel room for a short stay as I travel southward for a family wedding.  Perhaps later in the summer I will make time for a full-blown vacation,... Read more

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Concerning Seasonality

Here in Portsmouth, we have a warm and sunny day albeit a bit breezy. Spring is making itself felt, little by little. Which brings me to the theme of this post, which came to mind... Read more