Communicating effectively with your clients is what drives client retention. Today, meaningful communication can go beyond a sit-down conversation.

The old saying, "Communication is key" may be ingrained into your brain, and that's for good reason. In fact, communication is said to be the foundation of all human relationships.

Growing your insurance business by 45 percent may seem like a huge goal, but guess what? It can be possible to achieve!

To say that the Annual Enrollment Period is an extremely busy time of year for insurance agents is a massive understatement. At Ritter Insurance Marketing, we know just how hectic AEP can get, and sometimes it's a little overwhelming.

Death is a sad and difficult situation.

In any business, it's important to set clear and attainable expectations. These are the foundation on which your business will operate.

How many times have you walked into a store just wanting to look at, maybe buy, something, then, walked out with nothing, because you couldn't look around without a salesperson giving you their spiel and pushing for a sale?

Will your clients be automatically enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B when they turn 65? It's more complicated than they may realize, and it's something to plan months ahead.

Short-term health insurance plans, offered by private insurers, cover individuals for a shorter period than the usual year-long coverage period of most major medical plans.

When you became an insurance agent, did you know you were getting more than a sales job? It's true! Agents with strong insurance client retention rates find their role is equal parts sales and customer service.

Hiring your first insurance agents is one of the most defining decisions you'll make as a new agency owner. If you're debating whether to bring on licensed-only agents (LOAs), you're not alone. Many new uplines wrestle with the same decision.

Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents.

There are hundreds of insurance carriers available for contracting across the country, but how do you make the right choice for your business and your clients?

Medicare's star rating system makes it easy for clients to compare plans and make the best decisions for their needs.