Byron’s Book Club – “Triggers”
In this latest edition of Byron’s Book Club, Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote, reviews Triggers by Joseph Sugarman. Think being super in sales is easy? Think it’s just about having a perky personality and projecting a positive attitude? Think again. While learning how to excel at selling is not brain surgery, knowing a…
Slimming Down for Summer – A User’s Guide
Summer is almost here. Are YOU ready? If not, we have some super suggestions for slimming down and eating healthy. And being healthy can save you money on life insurance. The first day of summer begins on June 21st. So fire up the grill…wax down that surfboard…slather on the sunscreen…and gather the family for a…
For Father’s Day, Give the Gift of Life Insurance
Father’s Day is a great reminder that every dad needs life insurance. It’s the best gift he can get. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on June 16, 2014. The content has been updated.] Father’s Day only comes around once a year. It’s a special day for dads across the nation. I should know. …
The Health Care Conundrum. Here’s How it Ends.
Where is health care reform in the U.S. at the present time? Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote, and an insurance professional of over 30 years, shares his thoughts. (The following is an editorial from Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote). Health insurance, also referred to (incorrectly, in my opinion) as “Health Care,”…
Can a Selfie Get You Quicker Life Insurance Coverage?
Can a selfie save you money on your life insurance? Or could it cost you big time? To get the big picture, read on. Say “cheese!” They say “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Or a selfie. And unless you’ve been living on a secluded island in the Pacific for the last few years,…
Illinois is Helping Families Find Lost Life Insurance
Having the safety and security of life insurance can help your loved ones stay in their home and pay bills, should you pass on before your time. But what if you have trouble finding lost life insurance policies? But many people die without ever informing their families that they even had coverage. Perhaps the policy…
May is Disability Insurance Awareness Month
May is Disability Insurance Awareness Month. Do YOU have disability coverage? If not, why not? [Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on May 5, 2013, and has been revamped and updated.] Your most important asset is your ability to work and earn a living. What happens if you weren’t able to earn money for…
For Mother’s Day, Give the Ultimate Gift
Mother’s Day is almost here. Give that special woman best gift ever…life insurance! Yes, it’s the gift that keeps giving all year long. To learn why your spouse needs coverage, read on. [Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on May 2, 2016, and has been slightly revised.] Hey, news flash! Mother’s Day is almost…
Buying Life Insurance Easier Than Getting to the Final Four
This Tuesday starts the annual, time-honored NCAA Basketball Tournament, known as “March Madness.” In the Division 1 Men’s tourney, 68 teams will vie for this prized championship trophy. For the next few weeks, hundreds of college athletes from all across America will fight to make it to the Final Four on April 1st (and they…
Honor Mardi Gras by Saving on Life Insurance (Here’s How)
Why not make your wallet fatter on Fat Tuesday? Here’s a tip for saving on life insurance: if you pay your life insurance premium annually instead of monthly, you could save thousands of dollars over the life of the policy. This Tuesday marks the traditional start of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Fat Tuesday kicks…
