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Understanding Agent and Broker Commissions on Insurance Sales

October 21, 2021 / Alex Strautman

As an insurance agent or broker, you earn a commission on each product you sell – whether your focus is on Individual & Family Plan (IFP) sales, Small Group Medical...

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Gearing Up for IFP Open Enrollment Starting November 1

October 15, 2021 / Alex Strautman

If you have Individual & Family Plan (IFP) clients – or employees at any of your groups looking for an alternative to COBRA continuation – it’s important you know about...

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A Guide to Broker Bonuses: How to Earn More in...

October 7, 2021 / Alex Strautman

Peak season is a great time to earn a production bonus on your group insurance sales. This year, several of our carrier partners are offering Medical and Ancillary bonuses on...

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Getting Ready for Q4: The Latest Nevada Carrier Updates

October 4, 2021 / Alex Strautman

At Word & Brown, we want to work with you to help you maximize your sales opportunities – and address more of your Nevada clients’ diverse needs – during fourth...

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Getting Ready for Q4: The Latest California Carrier Updates

September 17, 2021 / Alex Strautman

At Word & Brown, we want to work with you to help you maximize your California sales opportunities – and address more of your clients’ diverse needs – during fourth...

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The Advantages of Being Licensed in Multiple States

September 14, 2021 / Alex Strautman

To maximize your sales opportunities, it can be advantageous to earn a producer license in multiple states. It can be a non-resident license for a bordering state (like Oregon, Nevada,...