A 57-year-old businessman going through a contentious divorce was seeking $750,000 of term life insurance to satisfy the divorce decree. Due to a long history of alcohol abuse and several unsuccessful in-patient rehab stints, the client was unable to secure any coverage through traditional domestic life carrier channels. His insurance agent reached out to Petersen […]
Imagine for a moment not being able to work for a living and losing the ability to perform the duties of your occupation because of an unforeseen accident or chronic illness. Your ability to earn a fair living is arguably your greatest personal asset. A regular income not only allows for the reasonable necessities of […]
Guaranteed Standard Issue (GSI) disability insurance. It is the most efficient and economical method for business owners to sufficiently insure themselves and their employees against disablement and the subsequent eventuality of loss of income. It is also an incredible door-opening sales tool and commission earner for insurance agents. GSI coverage is multiple-life, high-limit disability insurance […]
As disability insurance marketers, producers and purveyors, the month of May is our time to shine brightly. It’s when we can take a serious moment to recognize, celebrate and promote the fundamental importance of income protection. Disability insurance is an imperative product and has such a significant financial impact on consumers and their businesses. I […]
We are pleased to announce that Petersen International is a sponsor of the 2025 ALS Golf Classic which will be held on May 19, 2025 at The Oaks Club in Valencia, California. The Oaks Club is a championship course designed by World Golf Hall of Famer Mark O’Meara. The charity golf tournament, now in its […]
High-net-worth individuals. Traditionally, that label certainly doesn’t encompass most Americans, but unrecognized by many in the financial services industry, it does include a broad swath of prospective clientele who are everyday searching for additional financial protection options and more-well-rounded, balanced insurance portfolios. The moniker of HNWI is in itself misleading. It can be a turn-off […]
Producers often inquire about how they can sell more insurance to their clients. The answer is easy but can be at times unnerving – just ask! Have you been to a fast-food drive through in the past few years? Almost always, the first thing they say is “would you like to try the new double […]
A 33-year-old electrical linesman had been advised by friends and co-workers to seek out disability insurance in case he was injured on the job or became sick and unable to work and provide for his young family. He was in great health but had been turned down for coverage from several domestic carriers due to […]
Fueled by the infamous Santa Ana winds weather phenomenon and parched southern California landscapes, horrific wildfires have recently ravaged thousands of acres in the greater Los Angeles area. My family and I were displaced by one of the fires that threatened our home for a couple of days. Fortunately, the amazing fire crews and diligent […]
Americans are extending working careers and business ownership longer than ever before, making succession planning so vital in maintaining business continuity and balance when an owner decides to finally retire. But how do you avoid instability during a regime change and the partial or entire sale of a thriving business? You employ a thoughtfully constructed, […]