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More than 440 agencies partnered with the fastest growing insurance network in the first quarter of 2024.

Independent insurance agencies utilize Account-Based Marketing to target high-value businesses, fostering relationships and overcoming implementation challenges for a competitive edge.

Embrace the digital revolution, amplify your social presence, nurture your team's expertise, prioritize exceptional service, and forge strategic partnerships to propel your insurance agency into a new era of growth and success in the modern marketplace.

Harness the strategic prowess of telemarketing to propel your insurance agency's growth, outsourcing expert appointment setting strategies to streamline operations, amplify sales, and foster unparalleled customer engagement, all while delving into proven techniques and key performance indicators for maximized success.

In the realm of insurance agency operations, the adoption of customer service outsourcing represents a compelling shift towards heightened efficiency and strategic resource allocation.

Boost insurance producer hiring with smart timing, strong messaging, social media, and transparent workflows.

Discover how Andy Patton, pastor and owner of Patton Financial & Insurance Group in Nashville, Tennessee, found his career fit in the insurance industry. Learn how he overcame challenges, found the right network support with Smart Choice, and built his independent agency. Explore his journey to offering financial products, loans, and commercial insurance, and see how Smart Choice's partnership and commission structure helped him succeed.

Life insurance becomes a game-changer for independent agencies with the advent of aggregators, revolutionizing industry operations and expanding market reach.

Holden Smith, founder of Lennox Insurance, shares his remarkable journey from experiencing a layoff to establishing a thriving independent agency. Delve into how Holden's strategic partnership with Smart Choice, an insurance network, fueled the expansion of his agency across three locations in Arkansas. Gain insights into the pivotal role of Smart Choice, strategic expansions into commercial lines, and Holden's unwavering satisfaction with the partnership that shaped Lennox Insurance's success story.

Three decades of innovation and partnership since 1994, Smart Choice celebrates being one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious insurance agency networks in the country.

The journey of Rachel McRee unfolds as she transitions from a seasoned captive agent to the founder of her independent agency in 2023. In this captivating blog post, Rachel shares her wealth of insurance industry experience, revealing the pivotal moments that led her to specialize in commercial lines. From navigating a challenging noncompete to seeking network support with Smart Choice, Rachel takes us through the highs and lows of her newfound independence. Join her in overcoming operational challenges, embracing the intricacies of commercial insurance, and strategically positioning herself in a competitive market. As Rachel looks ahead, her story becomes an inspiring narrative for independent agents navigating the dynamic landscape of the insurance industry.

How Umbrella Insurance Works: Unveiling the extra layer of protection beyond standard policies. Explore coverage extensions, gaps filled, and key scenarios highlighting its significance. Discover who benefits most and understand the cost factors driving its affordability.