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Because the insurance industry is evolving, and rules and regulations change, we help you stay up-to-date by sending carrier, product, and other updates regularly via emails and e-newsletters, post updates in our online Newsroom, and post on social media. Check out the latest news below.

KFF Forecasts 11% Rise in Small Business Insurance Premiums for 2026

Get ahead of 2026 as KFF forecasts an 11% median rise in small business health insurance premiums. Learn what’s driving the increases, state-level projections, and how businesses can respond.

Earn Up to $600 for Each New ChoiceBuilder® Sale

BIG NEWS! For new ChoiceBuilder groups you write in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026, you could qualify for a bonus of $250 to $600 on each group – with NO CAP!

Now Offering 7/1-12/1/2025 and 1/1-3/1/2026 CaliforniaChoice Spreadsheet Enrollment Templates

We’re excited to announce that CaliforniaChoice® is launching Spreadsheet Enrollment, which allows new employer groups to submit our template in lieu of paper employee enrollment applications!

Resources to Streamline Your Sales and Enrollments During Q4

The start of Q4 and peak season is just days away. Take advantage of Word & Brown’s valuable resources to help you make 2025 a year to remember.

Virtual Health Platforms vs. Telemedicine: Understanding The Trends

Learn the difference between virtual health platforms and telemedicine. Discover how these digital healthcare tools work and how brokers can position them as key client benefits.

Word & Brown Launches Smarter Search in Forms & Docs

Word & Brown has released an upgrade to the Forms & Docs search tool on wordandbrown.com, giving brokers a faster, more intuitive way to find what they need.

Tech Team Updates for September 2025

The Tech Team Updates for this month offer more news you can use concerning Ease and its transition to Employee Navigator (EN), which is continuing throughout 2025.