I tried filling out the firm on agency equity.com but it said my email address John.jefferson90@gmail.com was invalid.

Does anyone have recommendations for books or other reading material that provide insight into the do's and dont's of running an insurance agency? Thanks!

Hi all, I plan on going into business for myself selling commercial property casualty insurance to small to mid size businesses. I will be starting without a current book of business. I am interested in hearing from agency associations that can give me access to insurance carriers licensed in New Yo...

I am interested in finding out about people's exeprience selling Progressive commercial insurance. It seems fairly to get an appointment with them. Is that correct? Thank you in advance.

Great feedback. Thanks for replying. I am interested to hear if anyone else has a differing or even the same opinion.
Also, what are the pros and cons with Agents' Association vs. a Cluster?

Thank you for the good overview. Where can I find a listing of such "groups that have master agency contracts"? I am new to the insurance agency business, but not new to the insurance industry. I do not have an existing book but I have solid contacts with small business owners who will be ...

I have my NY State P&C and Brokers license and I am very interested in working for myself as an independent agent/broker for small business insurance sales. Based on my research, insurance companies will not give me an appointment unless I have an existing book. Is there a way for me to sell com...