“It’s not what you earn, it’s what you keep.” This is one of our favorite mantras at The DBL Center. But how can insurance brokers be sure they’re getting paid accurately? Cancellations, missed renewals, and manual commission reconciliation drain time and income. CRMs and accounting software can help, but these programs aren’t tailored to the
Insurance brokers can help create a healthier country, one benefit at a time. A new report from Compare the Market found the US ranks 33rd in the world for healthy aging. Michael S. Cohen, The DBL Center President and CEO, recently shared his thoughts on this eye-opening study with the new digital publication, Nifty50+, a
New York insurance brokers need to understand new DBL requirements. Beginning March 1, 2026, the state of New York isn’t allowing insurance brokers to backdate DBL (disability benefits law) and Paid Family Leave policies beyond 30 days. This means that New York businesses found in non-compliance, who aren’t offering their worker DBL policies, can face
Broker Dashboard: Net Revenue Tracker solves one of the insurance industry’s ongoing challenges for insurance brokers Most brokers receive their commissions directly from the insurance carrier but are they getting paid accurately? Cancellations, missed renewals, and manual commission reconciliation drain time and income. The DBL Center developed Net Revenue Tracker (NRT), a broker dashboard designed
Are you showing your clients the love they deserve? With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you might be thinking of ways to create a romantic and memorable experience for your significant other or maybe the whole family. Luxury experiences, or even experiences that feel luxurious but don’t cost a lot, are trending in 2026.
Oregon still ranks first for PFML, but newcomer Minnesota isn’t far behind. New York became a forerunner in Paid Family Leave when the program was introduced in 2017. Written as a rider to the state’s mandatory DBL benefits, New York PFL delivered generous payouts, which were much higher than the state’s statutory disability leave. Nearly
Insurance brokers can fill gaps and offer peace-of-mind The US is woefully behind when it comes to maternity leave. As of 2022, (the most recent year for which we have statistics) the US shares the dubious distinction, along with Papua New Guinea, of having no standardized, national paid maternity leave. The Family Medical Leave Act
What brokers need to know about new legislation and increased PFML benefits across the states. It’s been almost 10 years since New York State introduced the most robust Paid Family Leave program the US had ever seen. Since then, 12 states have introduced required paid family and medical leave programs, including two programs that went
Which states have been naughty and which ones have been nice? Here’s what insurance brokers need to know going into 2026. Breaking news: The DBL Center has heard from inside sources that New York lawmakers will receive a hefty helping of coal in its stocking – and nothing more – from Santa Claus again this
Michael Cohen Raises a Toast to Time, Change, and the Team Behind It All The DBL Center held its annual holiday party at Casa Stellina in Farmingdale, just a short trip from the insurance wholesaler’s Melville office. The gathering was much more than a celebration; it was a reminder of how much changes in a
It’s going to be a bumpy ride, but PFML brings more opportunities than ever in the New Year… Hang onto your sleigh bells, friends, it’s going to be a bumpy ride in 2026. But there’s good news ahead, too. Full Support to Help You Earn More Maximizing your revenue potential with Net Revenue Tracker Dashboard.
Be Kind. Stay Connected. Grow with us. As people rush to Amazon for the best Black Friday deals, a lot of shoppers don’t realize Saturday is Small Business Saturday. American Express introduced the initiative in 2010 to raise awareness around supporting local business owners and, by its second year, in 2011 the Small Business Administration