Posts by Leah Callahan
The “New” Catastrophic Plan
Before the ACA, it was understood that a “major medical” or “catastrophic” plan could be something that younger, or even healthier adults and children could purchase—a way to minimize high premiums while placing greater risk on the insured. It was an excellent choice, in my opinion, for those who had few health risks—people were “ok”…
Read MoreACA Deadlines—Still Spreading the Message
I received a phone call from a client referred to me just a few weeks ago who was asking to buy a health insurance policy. He had been in the process of moving in the fall of 2016, receiving important mail had been an issue, and he never realized his health plan that he’d enjoyed…
Read MoreThe New Mega-Trend in the Insurance Industry
In 2003, the world knew nothing of “tweeting” and “liking” and “sharing” in referring to a pool of online relationships. But since its foundation in 2004, Facebook has now acquired almost 2 billion users, and “social media” is now as household a name as any other to those both young and old. Insurance is changing–going,…
Read MoreDental Insurance—To Buy, or Not to Buy?
One of the plans MOST often asked of us here at IGO is “how much is dental insurance?”, and “is it worth buying?” When I started in the insurance industry almost ten years ago, NO ONE was asking for it. Many people were offered great benefit plans through their employer, so it wasn’t a need…
Read MoreKeep the Easter Traditions Going!
Easter is coming, and for many Americans, that particular day may mean waking up to a very special basket laced with chocolates and jelly beans, followed by a celebration of the resurrection of our Lord to the neighborhood church, dressed in the fanciest of dresses, followed by a family dinner—perhaps a roast—and then after the…
Read MoreShowcase Ozark Expo
I’m by no means a new face to IGO as I celebrate ten years with the Agency, however, in an effort to keep you updated with the latest trends and “happenings” in the insurance world, from right here in the office, allow me to introduce myself once again! My name is Leah Callahan, and I’ve…
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