Carrier Updates: John Hancock

  August 10, 2015   PRODUCT NEWS Performance LTC — A New Approach to LTC Insurance — available in six additional states and D.C., effective August 17, 2015 John Hancock is pleased to announce that Performance LTC – our newest long-term care insurance product will be available in six additional states: Arizona, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, and… Read more »

    July 27, 2015     PRODUCT NEWS   Performance LTC — A New Approach to LTC Insurance — available in six additional states and D.C., effective August 17, 2015 John Hancock is pleased to announce that Performance LTC – our newest long-term care insurance product will be available in six additional states: Arizona,… Read more »

  April 6, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS Web version of JH LTC Illustrator available on April 6th The web version of the new JH LTC Illustrator software is now available.  This version provides you with the ease of running illustrations without the need to download the software. You can access the web version by going to www.jhltc.com and clicking on the “Run a Quote”… Read more »

  March 23, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS Introducing John Hancock’s Performance LTC John Hancock is pleased to introduce Performance LTC™ – our newest long-term care insurance product. Performance LTC offers the most competitively-priced premiums on the market today, along with flexible features and options that will give your clients greater control over their premiums and benefits. For more details about this… Read more »

  SPECIAL EDITION March 16, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS Introducing John Hancock’s Performance LTC John Hancock is pleased to introduce Performance LTC™ – our newest long-term care insurance product.  Performance LTC offers the most competitively-priced premiums on the market today, along with flexible features and options that will give your clients greater control over their premiums and benefits. For more details about… Read more »

  March 2, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS New premium rates for CCIII featuring Benefit builder in New York effective March 16, 2015 Effective March 16, 2015, there are several changes for all new business, including new rates and some changes to features on our Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder product in New York. Please click here… Read more »

  February 23, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late February The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Colorado, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Also, we will continue implementation in Alaska, Arizona, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wisconsin and will begin… Read more »

  February 9, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late February The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Colorado, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Also, we will continue implementation in Alaska, Arizona, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wisconsin and will begin notifications for additional products… Read more »

  January 26, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late February The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Colorado, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Also, we will continue implementation in  Alaska, Arizona, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wisconsin and will begin notifications… Read more »

January 12, 2015 PRODUCT NEWS IRS announces eligible Long-Term Care insurance premium deductions for 2015 The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has announced its annual cost-of-living and inflation adjustments for 2015. Tax laws require the IRS to adjust the dollar amounts of dozens of tax provisions each year to account for inflation, including adjustments for eligible long-term… Read more »

  December 22, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late December The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Maine, Montana, Oklahoma, and Washington state. Fortis policies or policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action are not included in this round. However, we will… Read more »

December 08, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late December The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Maine,Montana,Oklahoma, and Washington state. Fortis policies or policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action are not included in this round. However,… Read more »

November 17, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late December The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Maine, Montana, Oklahoma, and Washington state. Please note: Maine requires that policyholders affected by this increase must be notified 90 days prior… Read more »

November 10, 2014 Special Edition PRODUCT NEWS Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder available in California effective today We are pleased to announce that John Hancock is re-entering the California market with the introduction of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder (non-Partnership product only). Benefit Builder is a first-of-its-kind feature providing an affordable alternative to… Read more »

November 03, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder available in California effective November 10, 2014 We are pleased to announce that John Hancock is re-entering the California market with the introduction of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder (non-Partnership product only). Benefit Builder is a first-of-its-kind feature providing an affordable alternative to… Read more »

October 27, 2014 Special Edition PRODUCT NEWS Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder available in California effective November 10, 2014 We are pleased to announce that John Hancock is re-entering the California market with the introduction of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder (non-Partnership product only). Benefit Builder is a first-of-its–kind feature providing an affordable alternative to more costly traditional inflation options. It includes: Automatic Crediting that allows policyholders to gradually grow their benefits over… Read more »

  October 20, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Quick Reference Guide for Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder Looking for a quick reference guide to the benefits and features of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder? Look no further! The facts-at-a-glance support brochure (LTC-8523) for producers is available to download from JHLTC.com. MARKETING NEWS Updated LTC Quiz Now Available John Hancock’s LTC Quiz… Read more »

October 06, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late October The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in New Mexico and Wisconsin. Also, we will continue implementation in Arizona and begin notifications for additional products in that state. The 2010 rate action applies to… Read more »

September 22, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late October The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in New Mexico and Wisconsin. Also, we will continue implementation in Arizona and begin notifications for additional products in that state. The 2010 rate action applies to… Read more »

September 08, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Product and pricing changes in additional states, effective today, September 8, 2014 John Hancock is making several changes to our product and pricing for all new business, including rates and some changes to product features on our Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder product in Arizona, Delaware, Florida, South Dakota, and New Jersey, as well… Read more »

September 02, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Important: New Business transition guidelines for all product changes in Arizona, Delaware, Florida, South Dakota, New Jersey, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Indiana, Florida, and Hawaii, as well as Custom Care III Partnerships in Connecticut and Indiana Paper applications for current rates, benefits, and products must be signed on or prior to September 7th and received in the John… Read more »

  August 25, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Product and pricing changes in additional states, effective September 8, 2014 John Hancock is making several changes to our product and pricing for all new business, including rates and some changes to product features on our Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder product in Arizona, Delaware, Florida, South Dakota, and New… Read more »

  August 11, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late August The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming. The 2010 rate action applies to John Hancock and Fortis LTCI individual policies in Pennsylvania, where we… Read more »

July 28, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late August The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming. The 2010 rate action applies to John Hancock and Fortis LTCI individual policies in… Read more »

July 14, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2013 and 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late August The 2013 in-force rate action includes John Hancock LTCI individual policies originally issued in Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming. The 2010 rate action applies to John Hancock and Fortis LTCI individual policies in Pennsylvania, where… Read more »

  June 16, 2014 NEWSLINK SCHEDULE CHANGING Starting today, Newslink will be issued every other week. John Hancock remains committed to providing you with the latest LTC industry developments – you can look for the next issue of Newslink on June 30. PRODUCT NEWS Help your client prepare for the Paramedical Exam With the recent introduction of… Read more »

  June 09, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS First round of 2013 and next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late June To continue our communications that began in November 2013, we are announcing our first round of policyholder notifications on John Hancock policies impacted by the 2013 in-force rate action. In… Read more »

  June 02, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS First round of 2013 and next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late June To continue our communications that began in November 2013, we are announcing our first round of policyholder notifications on John Hancock policies impacted by the 2013 in-force rate action. In… Read more »

  May 12, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Product, pricing, and underwriting changes effective May 19th Effective May 19, 2014, there will be several changes to our product and pricing on the Custom Care III and Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder products. Additionally, we will be introducing a shortened application and revised underwriting process.   Important:… Read more »

  April 28, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Quick reference guide for Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder Looking for a quick guide to the benefits and features of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder? Look no further! The facts-at-a-glance support brochure (LTC-8523) for producers is available to download from jhltc.com now. MARKETING NEWS LTC Captivate Brainshark on LTC Sales Insider With LTC Captivate, you… Read more »

  April 22, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Quick reference guide for Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder Looking for a quick guide to the benefits and features of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder? Look no further! The facts-at-a-glance support brochure (LTC-8523) for producers is available to download from jhltc.com now. MARKETING NEWS LTC Captivate Brainshark on LTC Sales Insider With LTC Captivate, you… Read more »

  April 14, 2014 PRODUCT NEWS Benefit Builder Portfolio Rate of Return The next Portfolio Rate of Return for Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder policies is now available. We have created the attached flier that will be updated each quarter to announce the return. Click here to learn more. And click here to view the New York state-specific… Read more »

  March 31, 2014 Next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late April In late April, we will begin policyholder notifications on the next round of policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action, which will have an effective date beginning with anniversaries on or after July 1, 2014.  … Read more »

  March 03, 2014   MARKETING NEWS New version of Hansel is available for download today, March 3rd Please note: All users must download a new version of Hansel (Release 17.0.1) today, March 3rd. The new version is available to download on www.jhltc.com. Ordering marketing materials is as easy as 1,2,3 Are you in need of marketing… Read more »

    February 24, 2014 PRODUCT  NEWS Quick reference guide for Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder Looking for a quick guide to the benefits and features of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder? Look no further! The facts-at-a-glance support brochure (LTC-8523) for producers is available to download from jhltc.com now.   MARKETING NEWS Ordering marketing materials is… Read more »

      February 18, 2014 PRODUCT  NEWS Quick reference guide for Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder Looking for a quick guide to the benefits and features of Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder? Look no further! The facts-at-a-glance support brochure (LTC-8523) for producers is available to download from jhltc.com now.   MARKETING NEWS Video content on… Read more »

  February 03, 2014 PRODUCT  NEWS Benefit Builder brochure helps answer client questions They’ve got questions? You’ve got answers! The Benefit Builder — How it Works brochure (ICC13-LTC-9502, LTC-9502, LTC-8502) is a great tool you can use with prospective clients to help explain how the Benefit Builder feature works. Straightforward and concise, the brochure is available to download… Read more »

    January 27, 2014 Next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late February In late February, we will begin policyholder notifications on the next round of policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action, which will have an effective date beginning with anniversaries on or after May 1, 2014. John… Read more »

  January 21, 2014 Next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late February In late February, we will begin policyholder notifications on the next round of policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action, which will have an effective date beginning with anniversaries on or after May 1, 2014. John Hancock… Read more »

  January 13, 2014 Use market-focused tools to educate prospects in 2014 We have a number of marketing tools to help jump start your business in 2014. With the consumer demographic for LTC insurance trending younger, the boomer target market brochure (ICC13-LTC-9302 LTC-8302) is an important tool you can use to engage baby boomer prospects when discussing the… Read more »

    January 06, 2014 Use market-focused tools to educate prospects in 2014 We have a number of marketing tools to help jump start your business in 2014. With the consumer demographic for LTC insurance trending younger, the boomer target market brochure (ICC13-LTC-9302 LTC-8302) is an important tool you can use to engage baby boomer prospects when discussing the benefits… Read more »

    December 23, 2013 Please note: There will be no Newslink on December 30th. Happy holidays from our family to yours!   PRODUCT NEWS IRS announces eligible Long-Term Care insurance premium deductions for 2014  The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has announced its annual cost-of-living and inflation adjustments for 2014. Tax laws require the IRS to… Read more »

    December 16, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS IRS announces eligible Long-Term Care insurance premiu deductions for 2014 The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has announced its annual cost-of-living and inflation adjustments for 2014. Tax laws require the IRS to adjust the dollar amounts of dozens of tax provisions each year to account for inflation, including adjustments… Read more »

  December 09, 2013 PRODUCT NEWS 2014 minimum benefits for Partnership in CT, IN and NY The 2014 minimum benefit levels are now available for Connecticut, Indiana and New York Partnerships. We will communicate California Partnership minimums when they become available. Read the article for complete details. Moratorium on cancellations and other activities due to severe storms… Read more »

    December 02, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS 2014 minimum benefits for Partnership in CT, IN and NY The 2014 minimum benefit levels are now available for Connecticut, Indiana and New York Partnerships. Read the article for complete details. Important year-end New Business reminder The countdown to year-end is on, and we will do our utmost to… Read more »

  November 25, 2013 John Hancock Long-Term Care Insurance wishes you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! PRODUCT NEWS Next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late December In late December, we will begin policyholder notifications on the next round of policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action, which will… Read more »

    Get the ball rolling with your clients during Long-Term Care Awareness Month. During the month of November, we are launching educational training videos and strategic fliers to help you “get the ball rolling” when it comes to starting a conversation about long-term care planning with your clients. This week, we find a younger couple who… Read more »

    Get the ball rolling with your clients during Long-Term Care Awareness Month. During the month of November, we are launching educational training videos and strategic fliers to help you “get the ball rolling” when it comes to starting a conversation about long-term care planning with your clients. This week, we find a couple struggling to… Read more »

   November 11, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS Important update on our Individual LTC insurance product portfolio This is to inform you of an important update on our individual long-term care (LTC) insurance product portfolio. John Hancock has recently completed another comprehensive claims study, which we conduct every three years and which examines the usage trends… Read more »

      Get the ball rolling with your clients during Long-Term Care Awareness Month. Throughout November, we will be running a weekly campaign designed specifically to help you “get the ball rolling” when it comes to starting a conversation about long-term care planning with your clients. What can you expect throughout the campaign? Educational training videos featuring scenes between a fictional… Read more »

   November 04, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS Important year-end New Business reminder The countdown to year-end is on, and we will do our utmost to help you achieve a strong finish. For cases you are targeting to include in your 2013 sales results, please note that all LTC requirements and full modal premium must be received in… Read more »

  October 28, 2013 PRODUCT NEWS Ohio and West Virginia DRA Partnership “Like for Like” exchange mailings dropping this week Ohio and West Virginia allow for certain existing policyholders an opportunity to exchange their policies for those that qualify for Partnership status. Read this article for timing and complete details on producer and policyholder mailings. Please note: In both… Read more »

October 22, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS Ohio and West Virginia DRA Partnership “Like for Like” exchange mailings dropping this week Ohio and West Virginia allow for certain existing policyholders an opportunity to exchange their policies for those that qualify for Partnership status. Read this article for timing and complete details on producer and policyholder mailings. Important… Read more »

    October 14, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS New Custom Care III policyholder statements to mail today, October 14th John Hancock is pleased to announce that Custom Care III and Custom Care III featuring Benefit Builder Policyholder statements will be mailed (beginning today, October 14) based on policy anniversary dates. Beginning with October, 2013 anniversary… Read more »

   October 07, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS Videos and producer Q&A on LTC Sales Insider We’ve recently added two new videos from your peer, Paul Goldhirsch, who shares his thoughts on why now is a great time to start selling long-term care insurance, as well as a case study on Benefit Builder going up against a competitor’s… Read more »

  September 30, 2013   PRODUCT NEWS New videos and producer Q&A on LTC Sales Insider We’ve recently added two new videos from your peer, Paul Goldhirsch, who shares his thoughts on why now is a great time to start selling long-term care insurance, as well as a case study on Benefit Builder going up… Read more »

  September 16, 2013 Next round of 2010 in-force rate action notifications to take place in late October In late October, we will begin policyholder notifications on the next round of John Hancock and Fortis policies impacted by the 2010 in-force rate action, which will have an effective date beginning with anniversaries on or after… Read more »

    If you are still having problems viewing this message, please click here for additional help. August 19, 2013     PRODUCT NEWS Gender-distinct rates have been introduced in five states effective today, August 19, 2013 John Hancock has moved to gender-distinct rates on its individual LTC insurance policies, reflecting the male/female differences in… Read more »