Living Benefits

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Industry

MGAs speak out on regulation

Canada’s insurance industry isn’t shrinking from the proposal for a closer regulatory oversight. But key stakeholders say lots remains to be done to fulfil the regulators’ mandate.

By Vikram Barhat |May 10, 2012

3 min read

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Tighter regulation for insurance?

Canada’s insurance regulators are considering closer oversight of the relationship between carriers and managing general agencies (MGA). While the industry has taken steps to govern itself, it may not be enough to stave off closer regulatory supervision.

By Vikram Barhat |May 8, 2012

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Life

How singles can build financial buffers

A lot of single women are concerned about outliving their money. Longevity, however, isn’t the only drag on their assets.

By Kanupriya Vashisht |May 1, 2012

2 min read

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Industry

Future bleak for guaranteed income products

As insurance companies withdraw guaranteed income products, now may be the time for those nearing retirement to buy them while they are still around.

By Vikram Barhat |April 11, 2012

3 min read