A better Sales Professional Access (SPA) experience is on the way. On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, Mutual of Omaha will launch an updated interface designed to make it easier and faster to find the tools and information agents use.

As of Jan. 26, 2026, Nationwide’s latest cash indemnity LTC solution, CareMatters Annuity, has been enhanced to offer optional joint coverage for spouses—these LTC benefits may be accessed individually or by both annuitants/insureds. Plus, electronic order entry via iGO is now available, and PORCH will launch soon on March 6, 2026.

Introducing HonestLTC, NGL’s new traditional long-term care product that pairs consumer-friendly enhancements with existing unique features—all without price shock. It will replace the existing EssentialLTC product beginning Feb. 13, 2026, in the following states:

AK, AL, AR, AZ, GA, HI, IA, ID, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY.

With the approval of its Board of Directors, policyholders, and the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance, NGL has formed a mutual holding company, effective Jan. 1, 2026. A name change to NGL Insurance Company has also been approved in Wisconsin. Additional filings are being made with each state while NGL completes the name change process.

Building on its existing Long-Term Care Insurance underwriting guide, Thrivent has partnered with Illumifin to deliver meaningful enhancements—giving clearer, more current underwriting insight in a streamlined, easy-to-use format.

Mutual of Omaha has announced in-force rate adjustments for certain LTCI policies in Arkansas. The changes will go into effect on April 1, 2026.

In mid January, Mutual of Omaha policyholders will receive an annual meeting notice and proxy statement that includes information about its reorganization as a Mutual Holding Company. Policyholders’ membership rights transfer to the Mutual Holding Company, which becomes the ultimate parent company for Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and its subsidiaries.

Securian will soon be launching SecureCare™ IV, its newest long-term care and nonparticipating whole life insurance policy. It will feature industry-leading early claim support and new flexibility to strengthen every client conversation. The new product will launch Jan. 26, 2026, in all states except CA, CT, DE, IN, MT, ND, NJ, NY, SC, and SD.

As we head into 2026, Mutual of Omaha has made updates to its long-term care tax guides, ensuring you’re well-equipped with the latest tax information. These updates include comprehensive revisions to the LTC Agent Guide as well as the Tax Advantages for Business Owners and Tax Advantages for Individuals flyers.

Effective Jan. 6, 2026, CareScout Care Assurance is now available in Pennsylvania. This long-term care insurance solution helps make difficult planning decisions easier.