Description: The author describes the Society of Actuaries’ Competency Framework [CF], and discusses how actuaries can benefit from using the CF Self-Assessment Tool, which measures your skill level for each of the eight competencies. At the end of the assessment, a PDF file is generated that graphically shows your results along with all the supporting detail. From ‘The Stepping Stone’ issue number 43.

Description: Article describes the importance of reading, following, and commenting on ASOPs

Description: Discusses the fourth Colloquium organised by the Pensions, Benefits and Social Security Section of the International Actuarial Association 'IAA'. The future of pension regulation and the key lessons to be learned from the financial crisis were covered at the event.

Description: Notes the seminars were almost totally revamped this year with a focus on developments towards Phase II of IFRS. These were held in Hong Kong, Manila and Taipei.

Description: Question and answers about microinsurance with the editors of Actuaries in Microinsurance.

Description: A physician discusses white matter lesions on the brain - their nature, causes, severity, importance, associated risks, and underwriting implications for long term care insurance.

Description: Preview of the LTC section's sessions at the SOA Annual Meeting in October 2008, including claims management, litigation and public relations, preparing for PBA and stochastic modeling, pricing, research studies, and securitizations and reinsurance.

Description: The Impact of Tax Reform on Federal LTCI Deductibility for Business Owners.

Description: Review of LTC Industry

Description: News Direct chairperson's column discussing recent activities, future plans, and the new officers of the Marketing and Distribution Section of the Society of Actuaries.