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FEATURED NEWS

Our dedicated Repsource APEXA page is here!

We’re excited to announce that our dedicated APEXA page is live on Repsource. This page provides a central place to easily access the most up-to-date information and resources about the APEXA platform and how to prepare for its launch. APEXA will soon be an integral process to your contracting and compliance processes and we encourage you to get up to speed as early as possible.

My business > Manulife Initiatives > APEXA: Contracting & compliance

 

 

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INVESTMENTS

Read the latest Economic Note- Canada Playbook 2016

Read the latest from Frances Donald, Senior Economist at Manulife Asset Management in this Canada Playbook 2016. Canada’s economy is in the midst of a lengthy adjustment following the 2014-2015 collapse in energy prices. This Canada Playbook serves as a framework for how to think about the multi-faceted adjustment over the coming year.

 

 

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INSURANCE

Safeguarding clients’ lifestyles

Clients may not think much about insurance but it’s likely that they depend on their income for the lifestyle they enjoy. This article explains the ins and outs of life, critical illness and disability insurance – and why their benefits plan at work may not be enough. Encourage your advisors to share this important article with their clients by visiting manulifesolutions.ca/advisor.

Live webinar: Note taking and records management

Thursday, April 7, 2016, 1 to 2 p.m. ET – Register for this session

We’ve brought back this popular session where we discuss important considerations for establishing an effective records management plan for your insurance practice. Throughout the session this webinar will explain the importance of note taking and records management, describe when to take notes, and identify key elements of an effective records management plan.

Self-Serve Training: New Business Learning Series

This new learning series consists of five self-serve modules covering the fundamentals of submitting insurance new business from application to contract delivery. This series can be used as an introduction or refresher on our electronic applications, the tele-interview process, tracking your applications and contract delivery requirements.

Three of the modules in this series have been accredited for Continuing Education (CE) credits and are located on Repsource under Quick links > CE Credits & Training tab > CE Centre > Products > Insurance. The remaining modules can be found in the Insurance Training Corner under the Resources tab. Click here to get started.

Affinity Elite

Affinity Markets rewards top advisors! You work hard. Get rewarded for it. Affinity Elite is an exclusive program for high-achieving Affinity Markets advisors. When you qualify for Elite status, you will enjoy select benefits, services and support exclusively available to Affinity Elite advisors… further enabling you to grow your business.

Which health plan is right for your client?

Here’s a simpler way to present health and dental insurance to your prospect clients…With the Flexcare® and FollowMe™ Combo brochure!

This brochure is perfect for:

  • Pitching health and dental insurance without overwhelming your prospects with specific product details
  • Providing a high level overview of the health and dental products available
  • Prospects who are uncertain about purchasing health and dental insurance
  • Providing prospects with recommendations based on certain needs.

Bonus Blitz – Don’t miss your chance to earn more!

Our popular Health and Dental sales program is in full swing with bonus cheques to help you build your business! Sell Manulife individual health and dental plans between December 1, 2015 and March 31, 2016 — and you could receive up to double your standard commission!

 

 

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TAX, RETIREMENT & ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES (TREPS)

Insurance

As a Matter of Law – Interest in trust and matrimonial division

Trust interest subject to division of property for family law purposes.

Investments

Did you know?

For individuals in a low tax bracket, saving in a TFSA may be more advantageous than saving in an RRSP since TFSA withdrawals have no impact on federal income-tested benefits and credits such as child tax benefits and Old Age Security.

 

 

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MANULIFE BANK

We’re taking the Manulife One message across Canada

To introduce your clients to Canada’s unique all-in-one mortgage, line of credit and bank account, we’re launching a national advertising campaign and featuring a limited time $750 cash back offer.

 

 

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SALES SUPPORT

Revised forms respond to OSFI requirements

Addition of field identifies industry / business / occupation of policy owner.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Product and services news for our MGA and Dealer partners

March 23, 2016

 

 

 

 

 

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