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You don’t need an insurance background to build a powerhouse agency—you just need the right network behind you.

If you can’t insure it, your clients will find someone who can.

Mastering new insurance laws isn’t just about compliance—it’s a chance to build trust, reduce risk, and uncover opportunities for agency growth.

Stability through Specialization: The Express Markets Advantage

Founder Doug Witcher is becoming the Chairman of the Board.

Starting your own insurance agency is a big move. Avoid these early missteps to build a business that lasts.

Preparing in advance—ideally over the course of a few years—will have a profound impact on the speed of the sale and the selling price.

Steph Santi launched Auto Mate in Portland & quickly grew his agency with standout success and recognition.

While there isn’t a review organization dedicated to evaluating insurance networks, there are three key indicators that can help current and future independent agents find the right network.

Mario Martinez & Rolando Murillo grew Kismet Insurance with Smart Choice’s support & carrier access.

Agents help clients protect assets through captive, independent, or direct-to-consumer coverage options.

The commercial insurance landscape in 2025 is poised to undergo significant changes, particularly in the way policies are distributed through the independent agent (IA) channel. IAs, who have traditionally played a crucial role in the distribution of commercial insurance products, are expected to navigate a dynamic environment shaped by evolving market conditions, technological advances, and shifting customer expectations.