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Selling your insurance agency? Learn how agencies are valued, cash vs. earnout deals, carrier consent and 5 steps to prepare for the best valuation.

Cole Smith combines golf and business to grow Stuart Smith Insurance, with Smart Choice powering his wins on and off the course.

Insurance Business America reached out to agents nationwide to find out which networks and alliances are helping them reach new heights.

Personal insurance and Life insurance are not two separate conversations—they are two sides of the same promise. Whether it’s protecting a home, a business, a vehicle, or a family’s financial future, we are in the business of delivering peace of mind.

Thinking about joining an insurance agency network? Ask these 7 questions to protect your book, boost commissions, and unlock long-term growth.

Choosing an insurance network is a big decision. Pick the right one, and you can gain the support, carrier access, and commissions you need to grow your independent insurance agency. Pick the wrong one, and you could be nickel and dimed into oblivion while losing control over your book.

Master effective AI insurance risk assessment strategies for smarter, faster insights.

Winning new business is often a race to the finish line—and speed matters. With Smart Choice, our member agents gain instant access to a wide range of market options to handle diverse risks through our Smart Start and Express Markets programs. Plus, subcode appointments open the door to profit-sharing and enhanced compensation opportunities.

Captive or independent? Learn the pros, cons, and key considerations for insurance agents making the switch.

Q&A with Spencer Witcher: How Smart Choice helps agents adapt in a shifting insurance market.

Strong relationships grow through trust, shared goals, and meaningful, honest connections over time.

True strength isn’t just about weathering storms—it’s about building a legacy with the right support to keep growing through every challenge.