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Pro Tips for getting insurance Carrier Appointment for a new agency

Friendly Agent

So you have taken your insurance exam and got a license to sell insurance. Now, you want to start selling insurance? Before you do, you need to get an insurance carrier appointment. What is an insurance carrier appointment? How to get a direct insurance carrier appointment as a new agent?

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What is a Managing General Agent (MGA) in Insurance?

Distinguished

A Managing General Agent (MGA) is a specialized type of insurance intermediary that has underwriting authority granted by an insurer. Unlike agents or brokers, MGAs can bind coverage, price policies, and handle claims they essentially act as an extension of an insurer. How do MGAs Differ From Insurance Brokers?

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The Ultimate Guide for Insurance Agents: How to Build a Profitable Final Expense Business

Final Expense Brokerage

However, this market comes with its own set of challenges, including price sensitivity, unique underwriting processes, and sometimes, a lack of awareness among consumers. Key products to consider include: Whole Life Insurance : A staple for final expense agents, it provides lifelong coverage at affordable premiums.

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Falling Work Comp Rates: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

R&R Insurance

This rate reduction will affect work comp policies with renewal dates between 10/01/24 to 09/30/25. Workers compensation rates are state mandated in Wisconsin, meaning all insurance carriers must use the same rates resulting in premiums from one carrier to another are basically the same. What can Contractors do?

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How Insurance Carriers Use Crime Scores to Assess Risk in the Affordable Housing Industry

Scott Insurance

Many insurance carriers use third-party crime scores to evaluate their exposure to criminal risk when underwriting general liability insurance policies. The post How Insurance Carriers Use Crime Scores to Assess Risk in the Affordable Housing Industry appeared first on Scott Insurance.

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What Agents Should Know About Tariffs and Insurance Costs

American Agents Alliance

Rising expenses could perhaps cause higher insured values, leading to policy adjustments and higher premiums. Many industries are feeling the uncertainty of tariffs and changing trade policies, which can make underwriting more challenging and pricing less certain. Education is often the first step.

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Understanding the Key Parties in Workers’ Compensation

AMAXX

Insurance Company: The Risk Bearer Often referred to as the underwriter, insurer, or carrier, the insurance company provides the workers’ compensation policy and assumes the employers risk. Lets explore the roles of these critical players in a workers’ compensation system.