The 10 Top Reasons to Belong to NAIFA


10 - Education and Training - In cooperation with NAIFA and the Life Underwriter Training Council (LUTC), your local association membership provides hours of high quality, low cost continuing professional education credits with specific courses for advanced, intermediate and beginning agents.   New subject areas are added each year to ensure you stay knowledgeable of the financial issues that impact your clients financial goals.

9 - Federal and State Lobbying Efforts - NAIFA federation lobbyists at the state and national level work continuously to reserve our members and your clients' interest in the insurance and financial services industry.   NAIFA membership tips the balance of power in your favor.

8 - Business Referrals - At your local, state and national meetings, you'll meet insurance and financial services professionals who are looking to exchange valuable referrals.  Only NAIFA members are afforded this exclusive networking opportunity.

7 - Industry Trends - "Advisor Today" magazine, published monthly, keeps you up-to-date on industry breaking news, technological developments, product information and selling tools impacting the industry and your career.   PLUS, your local and state life underwriters association's newsletters will advise you of local and state legislative initiatives, events and happenings.

6 - Reputation Building and Preservation - NAIFA's Public Relations efforts are second to none.  Interviews and placements in The Wall Street Journal, circulation of NAIFA's "Your Financial Fitness" consumer columns, and local "Life Insurance Week" newspaper supplements and op-eds are only a few of the initiatives your association is doing to enhance the public's image of insurance professionals like you.  NAIFA's active support of the LIFE Foundation supports consumer education to raise the awareness about the many benefits of insurance and the value-added role of insurance professionals.

5 - Client Confidence in You - NAIFA members adhere to a strict code of ethics throughout their career.  Your clients will notice your exemplary professionalism and commitment to being the best insurance professional possible - one who is solely dedicated to your customer's needs.

4 - Leadership Opportunities - If you're interested in making a difference in the profession, then NAIFA is where you need to be!   NAIFA volunteer leaders take the initiative on projects such as conducting community service activities, coordinating award programs, or managing grassroots lobbying efforts -- become recognized as an industry leader.

3 - Discounts on Business Resources Everyday - Ever pick up the phone?  Ever send a package overnight?  Then you'll want to take advantage of the exclusive NAIFA member discounts offered on long distance, shipping, client management software, long term disability income protection, E&O insurance and more through NAIFA's Advantage Plus Program.  In addition, NAIFA members benefit with low-cost access to the Internet through SafeTnet and InsureMind -- an insurance information website for professional insurance agents.

2 - Agent Sales and Quality Recognition - High standards, professionalism, and client commitment are all elements of a quality insurance agent.  NAIFA helps you stand out among your colleagues by recognizing your achievements via the NAIFA Industry Recognition Program including the National Quality Award, National Sales Achievement Award, National Multiline Sales Award and Home Service Quality Sales Award.

And the Number 1 Reason to become a member of NAIFA:

Sales Ideas, Sales Ideas, and more Sales Ideas!!!

Advisor Today magazine is the Agents #1 Sales Ideas Tool, posting numerous sales ideas every month, plus one issue each year dedicated to marketing with more than 100 sales ideas!  PLUS, you'll get sales and service aides that can be given to your clients.  Along with your local association networking opportunities.  NAIFA provides the sales ideas you need to succeed in today's competitive market!

NAIFA Membership: Investing in your Future



How to Join the Northwestern Michigan Association:

   A membership application can be obtained by contacting the Association Office using the e-mail address or telephone.  Link directly from the bottom of this page to the "Contact Us" section of this web site.

    Annual dues for the Northwestern Michigan Association are currently $225.00 per year. This amount includes $100.00 for membership in the National Association and $75.00 for membership in the Michigan State Association. A total of $50.00 remains in the Northwestern Michigan Association to pay for administrative expenses and member programs.

   Members of the Northwestern Michigan Association currently enjoy continuing education, excellent programming including meals, where applicable, at no additional cost.  Non-members of our local and guests are always welcome, but there will be a charge for meals, C.E. certification, etc.

   Any time of year is a great time to join, because membership runs on an anniversary basis . . . meaning that your renewal month will be 12 months from the month that you first join?   Once your application is received, you will be put on our mailing/broadcast fax listings, and your application will be forwarded to the Board of Directors for approval.  

   There are many reasons agents join the Association, but in order to get the most of our professional network, make a commitment to get involved!  There is so much we can do to help each other, our community and our industry in these times when the way we do business is changing so rapidly.

Transfer Members:

   If you transfer from another association, you may complete a new membership application, and have your affiliation transferred to our local.  Your local dues paid to your prior association ARE NOT transferred to the Northwestern Michigan, so you should talk with the Association Office to determine the value of paying local dues again, or just paying "a la carte" until your next renewal date.