by Carrie Lewis | Dec 8, 2020 | Industry News
Direct carrier access is simple. You have your own code (sometimes referred to as a sub-code) with a carrier that allows you to access the carrier with no middleman. You have your own log on information for their portals, quote your business, have binding authority...
by Carrie Lewis | Sep 23, 2020 | Industry News
How an agency gains access to carriers through a network will vary from network to network, so we are going to break this particular blog into 3 Parts: Mastercode, Direct/Sub-Code, and Hybrid. The first access point we will discuss is mastercode access. Mastercode...
by Carrie Lewis | Aug 11, 2020 | Industry News
There are many aspects to consider when looking at what network may be the right fit for your agency. One of the most important questions, if not THE most important question you should ask is, “What are the Exit Terms?” Of course, when joining a network, we all hope...
by Carrie Lewis | Jul 27, 2020 | Industry News
In order to answer this question, I’d first ask you to put yourself in the existing members’ shoes. One of the primary reasons any agency joins a network is to maximize or stabilize their agency’s profit-sharing revenue. The idea is to aggregate the premium of many...
by Carrie Lewis | Jul 15, 2020 | Industry News
If you are considering joining a cluster, there’s good news…you have options! The bad news is…you have OPTIONS! Consequently, the best thing you can do for your agency is explore every option thoroughly to choose the best fit for you and your agency. There are...
by Carrie Lewis | Jun 22, 2020 | Industry News
I have yet to meet a cluster that requires agency staff. We have affiliates that operate as a one man/woman shop and have had great success. As long as you’re able to function well alone, the proof is in the pudding. Can your agency have success without support...
