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Cyber Insurance for Fee-Only Financial Planners: What You Really Need to Know
Written by: Peter Ciravolo, Co-Founder @ BC Brokerage BC Brokerage is a national insurance brokerage specializing in helping fee-only financial planners and their clients obtain life, disability, long-term care, annuity, home, auto, umbrella, and business insurance in all 50 states. www.bc-brokerage.com —---------- If you’re a Fee-Only financial planner, you’ve probably invested a lot of time in building a solid compliance program, refining your financial planning process, an
Oct 217 min read


October 2025 Newsletter
Happy Fall, we trust you are doing well! We had a great time at XYPN Live Austin 2025! It's always great to connect with the current planners we work with, along with connecting with new ones. Who's ready for San Diego 2026? We know we are! Want to connect for a virtual coffee before year's end with Broc and Peter? Year-End Business Submissions Working with clients during the fall surge with their insurance? Make sure your clients get their intake forms in November. Many carr
Oct 161 min read


NAPFA: A Guide to Thought-Provoking Insurance Conversations - Broc Buckles, BC Brokerage
Check out Broc's NAPFA article: I didn’t plan on getting into insurance. My introduction to the industry felt more like walking into a sales boiler room than a financial planning firm. Everything was transactional, not relational. Each day, I had to schedule a set number of meetings, starting with a list of 200 contacts, mostly friends, family, and old classmates, and follow a one-size-fits-all script. The message was simple: smile, dial, repeat. Asking thoughtful questions w
Sep 216 min read


September 2025 Newsletter
Happy Life Insurance Awareness Month! #LIAM Life Happens created and coordinates #LIAM every September to remind Americans about the importance of life insurance for their financial security. Refer your clients even faster! Added to the BC website, "Refer Client" allows advisors to refer their clients directly from the website + advisor portal. Fill out a short form, and have an automated email be sent to your clients! This instantly adds them to your advisor portal as well!
Sep 121 min read


August 2025 Newsletter
BC trusts this newsletter finds you well! Here's a quick update on August. Check out Broc and Dev's latest skit: September is coming, and...
Aug 261 min read


July 2025 Newsletter
Happy Summer 2025! We trust you are doing well. As we cross the halfway point of the year, July is more than just summer travel and...
Jul 282 min read


June 2025 Newsletter
Happy halfway point of 2025! Our team is growing! We welcome Dev Thompson to the BC Brokerage team! As Advisor Relationship Manager, Dev...
Jun 271 min read


Active vs. Reactive Insurance Planning: Which Approach Do You Take?
When it comes to life insurance, timing isn’t just everything—it can be the difference between long-term protection and last-minute panic. At BC Brokerage, we often see two distinct approaches to insurance: active and reactive planning. Understanding the difference is key to protecting your future and your family.
May 262 min read


May 2025 Newsletter
May is Disability Income Awareness Month! #DIAM Are you clients protected in the event of a disability? Disability is about protecting...
May 191 min read


🏡 Homeowner’s Insurance 101: What Every Homeowner Should Know
Buying a home is a milestone. But protecting it? That’s a responsibility. Whether you're a first-time buyer or reviewing your current...
Apr 162 min read


April 2025 Newsletter
"What are some ways we can talk to our clients about taxes and insurance?" 🧾 Tax Season Considerations With Tax Day falling on April...
Apr 162 min read


Doctor Disability Income Insurance 101
Your ability to earn an income is your most valuable asset—especially as a physician. This article breaks down the basics of doctor disability income insurance, explaining why it’s essential, what features to look for (like own-occupation coverage), and how much you really need. Whether you're in training or running a practice, protecting your income with the right policy is a critical part of financial planning.
Apr 62 min read


March 2025 Newsletter
Hello there, we trust this finds you well! We are beyond thankful to act as an extension of Fee- Only planners, when servicing their...
Mar 311 min read


When Term Ladders Make Sense—And When They Don’t
Term insurance ladders are a popular strategy for structuring life insurance coverage. The idea is simple: layer multiple term policies...
Mar 91 min read


February 2025 Newsletter
Happy February, we trust you are doing well! Broc's best content of the month: Be a lot cooler if you did… have the right coverage...
Feb 232 min read


How Much Umbrella Coverage Do You Really Need?
Umbrella insurance is often overlooked, but it can be the difference between a minor legal issue and financial devastation.
Feb 92 min read


January 2025 Newsletter
Happy 2025! We trust you are doing well!
We are looking forward to another year of helping financial planner's and their clients with the
Jan 292 min read


Homeowners Insurance vs. Landlord Insurance—What to Know Before You Rent Out Your Home
Thinking of turning your primary home into a rental? Before you hand over the keys, there’s something you can’t afford to skip: updating...
Jan 52 min read


December 2024 Newsletter
As we wrap up another year, we at BC Brokerage want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your trust and support. Your partnership has made 2024 a year to remember, and we’re excited to continue serving you and your clients in the years ahead. This holiday season, we hope you find time to relax, celebrate, and create cherished memories with your loved ones. May the new year bring you joy, health, and prosperity! T3 Survey is out! 2025 T3/Inside Information
Dec 22, 20241 min read


What to Gather When You Have a Renter’s Insurance Claim
Filing a renter’s insurance claim isn’t something most people do often—which means when something does go wrong, you may not know where...
Dec 8, 20242 min read
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