Minnesota’s Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML)

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What Employers Need To Know Minnesota’s Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) program goes live January 1, 2026. Between now and then, employers need to decide on a plan (state or private equivalent), prepare payroll systems, and complete required notices and postings. Below is a concise, practical guide—plus “what to expect” insights from states already […]

The Importance and Benefits of Life Insurance for Children

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By Kristen Goldberg, Life & Health Insurance Agent at Reliable Insurance Agency As parents, grandparents, and guardians, we always want what’s best for our children. We carefully plan for their health, education, and future opportunities—but one area that often gets overlooked is life insurance for children. While it may feel like a difficult topic to […]

What is Employee Benefits Liability Insurance?

Employee Benefits Liability Insurance

Understanding Employee Benefits Liability (EBL) Insurance for Businesses Employee Benefits Liability (EBL) insurance is a critical safeguard for businesses. Western National defines EBL insurance as coverage for employer errors during employee benefit plan administration. Mistakes like failing to enroll, maintain, or terminate employees from a plan can expose your business to significant liabilities. Inaccurately describing […]

Individual and Family Health Insurance Guide

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Securing health insurance is a crucial step toward safeguarding your well-being. And, for many people, the individual and family insurance market provides flexibility and tailored coverage options. In this blog, we’ll explore the landscape of the individual and family health insurance market, emphasizing the valuable role an independent insurance agent plays in simplifying the decision-making […]

Pet-Related Home Insurance Claims

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Owning a pet can bring immense joy and companionship to our lives, but it also comes with responsibilities. One of these responsibilities is the need to protect your home and belongings in case of any unforeseen pet-related incidents. Home insurance plays a crucial role in providing financial coverage for damages caused by your four-legged family […]

What is GeoBlue Travel Insurance?

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Not all medical insurance extends coverage while traveling outside of the United States. If you travel or are studying abroad for a college semester, for example, GeoBlue will grant you access to the same quality care you can expect here in the US. Blue Cross and Blue Shield has partnered with GeoBlue to offer international […]

Disclaimers

Minnesota (MN)

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 8 organizations which offer 99 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

Wisconsin (WI)

Please be advised, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 6 organizations which offer Medicare products in this area. Please contact 1-800-MEDICARE, medicare.gov, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.