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Office Hours with Tidewater May Recap
For agent use only. This information is subject to change. Preparation can help with expectations, so I want to make sure we're doing everything we can at Tidewater to ensure...
Tidewater Helps Agents Stand Out, Get Found, and Grow
When someone hears your name, what do they think of? In today's insurance world, most first impressions don't actually happen in person; they happen online. Prospects Google you, clients share...
Medicarians 2026 Recap: Trends Shaping the Medicare Landscape
Medicarians, the annual gathering of Medicare professionals, was held earlier this week, bringing together thousands of leaders across Medicare, health, wealth, and technology to discuss the future of senior care....
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OTC Benefits & Food Cards: What Every Agent Should Know
Your role isn't just to help clients choose the right Medicare Advantage plan - it's also about making sure members fully understand the extra benefits available to them. Two of...
Post-AEP Checklist: What Agents Should Do After Enrollment Ends
You did it: AEP is over - and we are proud of you! Another AEP has officially come to a close, and before anything else, the Tidewater team wants to...
Office Hours with Ronnie James December Recap
For agent use only. This information is subject to change. "Despite the circumstances we've faced this year, we as a team, you as agents, have endured." Ronnie James Regional Sales...
CMS 2026 Medicare Updates: Costs & Premiums
What's Changing in 2026 and Why It Matters CMS has officially released the Medicare costs and premium updates for 2026. As we inch closer to the new year we're here...
From Logo to Mailbox: How to Build a Brand Clients
At Tidewater, we believe every agent is unique - and that is your greatest differentiator. In a fast-paced market where clients are constantly receiving information, it's not enough to simply...
Office Hours with Ronnie James November Recap
For agent use only. This information is subject to change. "There are going to be some things that are going to be changing in our industry, but we want to...
Navigating IRA Changes: This Year and Beyond
AEP brings new opportunities and new challenges to the Medicare landscape. As always, we’re here to help you adapt with confidence, minimize client concerns, and stay ahead of the curve....
5 Reasons Why Clients Switch Medicare Plans and How to
October 15th marked the start of Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) - a seven-week window when Medicare beneficiaries can enroll in or switch plans for the 2026 coverage year. AEP is...
Avoiding CTMs: How to Stay Compliant This AEP
AEP is fast-paced, but that doesn't mean you can cut corners. It's essential to stay on top of compliance to build long-term trust with clients and protect yourself and your...
Government Shutdown Explained: Top FAQs Answered
As of October 1st, the United States Government has shut down because Congress could not pass necessary funding bills to keep federal agencies running. Government shut downs have unfortunately occurred...
Office Hours with Ronnie James October Recap
For agent use only. "It's going to be important to hit the ground running this year and separate yourself from your competition - and the best way to do that...
Office Hours with Ronnie James September Recap
For agent use only. "We're headed for some turbulent waters during this annual enrollment period, but my confidence is still strong in this industry. I believe the market is still...
