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Becoming Independent

A career as an independent insurance agent allows for flexibility, and often take only a few weeks to get a license.

Exactly how long does it take to become an independent insurance agent? Most people can become one in only a few weeks. If you choose to take an online course that requires a certain number of study hours, your ability to complete it will largely determine your licensing time. There may also be a week or two of waiting for the license to be issued once your exam and background checks are complete.

If you’re ready to jump into the world of insurance sales, consider these steps to becoming an insurance broker or agent.

Independent agents have greater flexibility in their product offerings but receive less training and support from the insurance carriers they work with. Agents must also build their brand in the markets they work in, rather than relying on marketing support from well-known insurers, which can make the path to becoming an independent insurance agent more challenging.

There are many kinds of commercial insurance and personal insurance policies. Personal lines of insurance focus on coverage for individuals and families. This includes insurance for motor vehicles, home insurance, and life insurance.

Commercial insurance agents focus on providing coverage to businesses with policies ranging from general liability insurance to property insurance and errors and omissions coverage.

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Whether you need help establishing your business or already have your business established and are looking to grow, KAIA is perfect for you.

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