How to Build the #1 Allianz Agency: A Masterclass in Facebook Community Marketing
Discover the award-winning Facebook strategy of Allianz's top-performing private lines agency. Learn how Domenique Döpke & Karin Gattum-Schwarz manage 130+ niche groups with 1M+ members to generate 1500+ leads monthly.…
Ongoing Client Service Is Undervalued: The Future of Insurance Broker Compensation
Netfonds Board Member Oliver Kieper discusses why ongoing client service compensation needs improvement. Learn about commission trends, demographic challenges, and the future of insurance brokerage in Germany.…
High Inflation Is Here to Stay: Global Economists Predict Years of Elevated Prices
A global survey of economists reveals persistent high inflation expectations through 2026. Learn what this means for your savings, investments, and financial planning in a new era of rising costs.…
BaFin Mystery Shopping Reveals Major Gaps in Financial Advice: Costs & Suitability Ignored
A new BaFin undercover investigation exposes critical failures in German financial advice. While sustainability questions are asked, 40% of advisors skip suitability checks and 67% fail to disclose costs, putting investors at risk.…
Natural Disaster Insurance Gap: Why Half of German Homes Are Unprotected
Only 50% of German homes have flood and natural disaster insurance. Learn about new affordable coverage models and the debate on mandatory insurance to close this dangerous protection gap.…
Public vs. Private Health Insurance: Is Switching to Private (PKV) Worth It?
Facing rising public health insurance (GKV) costs? Our guide compares private health insurance (PKV) vs. statutory insurance, helping you decide if switching is the right financial move.…
How to Become the Go-To Insurance Broker for eSports Teams: A 21st Century Sponsorship Model
Learn how broker Yannic Beyer mastered the eSports niche using a unique sponsorship model with Geldpilot24. Discover why Discord, Twitch & Twitter are key, and how to avoid common marketing pitfalls in this digital demographic.…
Stock Market for Retirement: Why Germans Are Missing Out on Critical Growth Opportunities
A new survey reveals most Germans avoid stocks for retirement due to fear and lack of knowledge, missing out on long-term growth. We break down the barriers and show how equities can secure your financial future.…
The State of Mobile in Insurance: How Apps Are Transforming Your Financial Security
Explore how mobile technology is reshaping the insurance industry. Learn why user experience is now more critical than ever, how apps handle everything from quotes to claims, and what this digital shift means for your financial planning.…
Major Cyberattack Hits Insurance & Finance: Provinzial, Verivox, Health Insurers Affected
A widespread cyberattack exploiting the MOVEit software vulnerability has compromised sensitive customer data at major firms like Provinzial insurance, Verivox, Deutsche Bank, and health insurers. Learn what data was stolen, how to protect yourself, and what this means for data security in the insurance and financial services industry.…
SCHUFA to Alert Consumers on Negative Entries: A Transparency Boost or Data Privacy Risk?
Germany's leading credit bureau SCHUFA plans to notify users of negative entries via its app. While promising more transparency, the move raises data privacy concerns. Learn how it works and how to protect your credit score.…
Retirement Planning is a Marathon, Not a Sprint: An Interview with Award-Winning Advisor Doris Greinert
Discover how OMGV Award winner Doris Greinert (Provinzial) masterfully advises women on retirement planning. Learn her LinkedIn strategy, her #SELBSTVERSORGERIN campaign, and why she views financial planning as a continuous, empathetic journey. Essential reading for financial advisors and anyone seeking expert retirement and investment advice.…
How Data and Analytics Are Transforming the Role of Health Insurers
The strategic use of customer and health data is rapidly advancing. Discover existing models, key trends, and the future of data-driven healthcare as explained by Martina Scheuler and Klaus Thummert of Infosys. Learn how insurers can adapt to become central players in the health ecosystem.…
Top-Rated Commercial Insurance Providers: Who Brokers Trust Most
Discover the 2023 'Makler Champions' study winners for commercial insurance. Learn which insurers brokers recommend for superior service, claims support, and partnership, and why this matters for your business's financial security.…
Lower Health Insurance Premiums by Abolishing the Income Ceiling? The Debate Over Germany's Solidarity-Based Citizen's Insurance
Could eliminating the income ceiling (Beitragsbemessungsgrenze) in German public health insurance (GKV) lower premiums? The Left Party proposes a 'Solidarische Bürgerversicherung' (Citizen's Insurance), arguing it would stabilize finances. Explore the pros, cons, and potential impact on private health insurance (PKV).…
PKV Premium Adjustments: Why Long-Term Care Insurance Will Be Most Affected
Analysis reveals German Private Health Insurance (PKV) premium adjustments will primarily impact long-term care coverage. While insurers show solvency strength, political risks and investment challenges remain. Learn how this compares to US Medicare and private insurance trends.…
The Poverty Trap of Nursing Homes: Why Germany's Long-Term Care System is Failing
Discover why half of all German nursing home residents now rely on social welfare. This analysis explores the unsustainable cost spiral in long-term care, drawing parallels to challenges in US Medicare and Medicaid systems. Learn about the urgent need for reform and what it means for families.…
PKV Premium Stability: Health Insurers Score High in 2023 Ratings
Discover which German private health insurance (PKV) plans offer the best premium stability in 2023. Our analysis of the latest Morgen & Morgen ratings reveals key trends, top performers, and what it means for your private health insurance coverage.…
Target Audience Marketing for Insurance Agents: Why "The More Niche, The Better" Works
Sales trainer Roger Rankel reveals why niche marketing succeeds for insurance agents. Learn target audience strategies, digital visibility tips, and how to connect ethics with effective sales.…
Insurance Broker Confession: "We Are an Industry of Cowards"
A candid interview with a veteran insurance broker reveals the industry's fear of failure, costly mistakes, and the path to genuine success. Learn why embracing failure is key to trustworthy financial advice.…