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by bchill
Wed Jun 12, 2013 5:23 am
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Start up cost for a new agent
Replies: 15
Views: 59240

Re: Start up cost for a new agent

I used to call on several Great Florida Agents. It has been three years since I have talked to any of them but the agents rarely had anything to say other than positive comments about the relationship. Based on that I would definitely look into them.
by bchill
Tue Jun 15, 2010 9:42 am
Forum: Opinions
Topic: New Insurance Agency Startup Questions
Replies: 22
Views: 71578

Re: New Insurance Agency Startup Questions

Black Knight,

If you are in FL I would look at Great Florida. They are a very successful organization/franchise with good reputation.

Good Luck!!
by bchill
Mon Apr 19, 2010 7:48 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Agency Management System
Replies: 243
Views: 2812310

Re: Agency Management System

I have personally worked with over 100 agencies that use Quomation's rating system. For the most part they are extremely happy with what they are purchasing. The agents who have decided to use the Power Manage management system are very happy with it. It is no AMS but it is great for the average age...
by bchill
Fri Feb 13, 2009 6:52 am
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Liberty Mutual
Replies: 6
Views: 7123

Re: Liberty Mutual

Good Benefits, Good area to learn business. I would go in with less than a five year plan. I know very few agents that make it past the five year window and those that do end up being forced out. I was one of them and several of my friends had the same thing happen. Notice that they are always hirin...
by bchill
Tue Apr 15, 2008 8:11 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: West Bend Mutual
Replies: 4
Views: 4277

West Bend Mutual

West Bend is entering our state in the near future. How are they to work with? Any positive or negative feedback would be appreciated concerning them as an agency partner and as a company in general. Are they better at Personal Lines or Commerical? Are they good at both? How is the culture of this c...
by bchill
Thu Apr 03, 2008 4:33 pm
Forum: Hard-to-Place Accounts
Topic: Log Home Coverage (primary residence)
Replies: 2
Views: 2889

Log Home Coverage (primary residence)

Does anyone know a good underwriter for log homes. I am in MO. Any recommendations are appreciated.

I have many opportunities to write log homes but my markets are very weak.

Thanks!!!!
by bchill
Tue Aug 28, 2007 7:19 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Considering rolling a large Progressive/Drive Book of biz
Replies: 5
Views: 5911

Before you roll from our buddies at Progressive make sure you have done your homework. Most companies that could take on Progressive type business probably don't do as good of a job servicing the customers. Obviously you are searching for a company that pays a fair commission and also doesn't compet...
by bchill
Fri May 12, 2006 8:13 pm
Forum: Hard-to-Place Accounts
Topic: Non Standard Auto
Replies: 1
Views: 2915

Non Standard Auto

Who is everyone using out there? Ie: Progressive, Infinity, Viking, Affirmative, Workmen's, Mendota, Sagamore, Dairyland. Please provide input on any company and let me know your opinions on each.

Ease of Use

Commisions

Customer Service

Claims

Competitiveness

Any input greatly appreciated.
by bchill
Fri May 12, 2006 8:08 pm
Forum: Hard-to-Place Accounts
Topic: How Did You All Get Started?
Replies: 37
Views: 35720

New Agent

If you do try Non Standard Auto. You can make money doing this. It is probably the easiest to get started with. I suggest looking at Mendota. They are Traveler's non standard company. Very easy to work with and excellent rates in CA. You could probably get an appointment if you committed to using th...
by bchill
Sun Dec 04, 2005 12:35 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Insurance agency Clusters
Replies: 21
Views: 25014

Look at SIAA.net. I've heard nothing but good about them
by bchill
Mon Jan 31, 2005 7:49 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Getting Started? (need Help!)
Replies: 3
Views: 5431

Hello, Look at onlyfinacialgroup.com. I have tried many things all the way from direct writers to banks to attempting buyout of small p an c agency. I think onlyfinacialgoup is probably the easiest plan to pay off with. It is strictly life, however, it is high volume and effective. P and C has the r...
by bchill
Sat Jan 29, 2005 5:26 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Liberty Mutual-prognosis
Replies: 3
Views: 6505

They are OK. I worked for them for five years. They fell to an A rating in 1993 and regained A+ in 1997. They probably will not fall below A unless we have another major catastrophe. It is true that they have some Asbestos problems from many years ago, however they are extemely solid. They could eli...
by bchill
Sat Jan 29, 2005 5:21 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Best Opportunity For New Captive Agents?
Replies: 5
Views: 9065

Liberty Mutual
Nationwide
Sentry
Allstate
American Family
by bchill
Sat Jan 29, 2005 4:02 pm
Forum: Hard-to-Place Accounts
Topic: Internet Leads
Replies: 5
Views: 6895

Hello, I would follow up at least six times unless you get very cold responses. I would make certain that I have a very competitive product because internet leads are heavily influenced by price. PRICE, PRICE, PRICE. You can be very successful if you develop a comfort level working by mail and worki...
by bchill
Sat Jan 29, 2005 3:58 pm
Forum: Opinions
Topic: Best Company To Start With
Replies: 4
Views: 5446

Hello, I was involved with United American for a few months in 2000. I was impressed with the people I met in their home office. I was also impressed with the stability of their company financially. I really didn't like anything else about their program. I felt many of the people that were working t...