Vladimir is a new insurance agent with Family-Assure Inc. He and his supervisor Petros are reviewing the information collected during Vladimir's first meeting with Vanessa, a restaurant owner looking to add to her existing disability insurance (DI) coverage. Petros notices an overlap among sources, although the existing coverage appears adequate. Petros reminds Vladimir to explain to Vanessa how she would be impacted if she were to claim disability benefits.
What should Vladimir tell Vanessa?
Cory is a recent college graduate who has just been hired by a marketing firm in an entry-level position. His employer group benefits only cover a short-term disability to a maximum of 119 days. He meets with an insurance agent to talk about disability coverage. To fully cover his salary, he would require a $3,000 monthly benefit. In reviewing options, he thinks that his ideal coverage of a 30-day waiting period and a “to age 65” benefit period comes at a cost that exceeds his budget. What recommendation should the insurance agent make to Cory regarding coverage?
On June 5, Karl completed an application for critical illness coverage and paid an annual premiumof $1,250. On June 25, the underwriter approved the policy under standard conditions and sent it to the agent, who received it on July 7. The agent contacted the client on August 8 and the date for delivery was set at August 10. On August 12, Karl learns that he will lose his job at the end of the month. As such, he decides to cancel the policy, returning it to the insurer on August 15. What is the rule governing Karl’s right to have his premium refunded?
Vintage Style Inc. is a clothing company with 20 employees participating in its group retirement and group insurance plan. Premiums for the group insurance plan are calculated on previous claims. If the benefits paid are lower than anticipated, the premiums may decrease at renewal. However, if the benefits paid are higher than anticipated, the premiums payable may be subject to an increase.
Which of the following funding formulas does Vintage use in its group insurance plan?