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Learn how commission splits, caps, and fees affect independent insurance agency earnings—and how to keep more of the commissions you earn.

Best practices for new insurance agents deciding their long-term career path, from captive vs. independent to ownership.

The annual list recognizes the leading B2B companies that have proven track records of supporting entrepreneurs and helping companies grow.

Discover how Smart Choice helped a new independent insurance agency overcome carrier access challenges, secure A-rated markets, and unlock growth opportunities.

Perpetuation support for passing your agency to family or selling it later, with deal options, timelines and steps.

Start an insurance agency from scratch or buy an existing book of business? Compare costs, timelines and risks.

Which agency networks give independent agents access to cyber insurance carriers and specialty markets? See how Smart Choice Express Markets helps.

Direct wholesaler relationships or a network for E&S access? See how each affects cost, control and book ownership.

Learn what it takes to be a successful insurance agent: core skills, daily habits, and the business moves that matter.

Smart Choice Territory Manager Phyllis Brumfield shares insights on agency ownership, industry representation and the power of building meaningful connections through organizations like NAAIA.

See how May River Financial Group grew a profitable P&C book with carrier access and support from Smart Choice.

Production volume shapes which carriers appoint your agency. See what carriers expect and how new agencies can qualify.