When getting to know and understand insurance agents and their role, one can consider look to the role of the salesperson for information. The agent is a salesperson first and foremost. The product being sold is the coverage that is offered an individual in regards to life, auto, and homeowners/renters insurance and even health insurance.
The agent is a representative of the coverage company. Though an agent's salary is partly commission, the agent would risk losing customers if (s) he sold too much insurance to a customer or didn't offer the most competitive rate. In some countries there are brokers who are independent and can find the lowest rate among providers but the price is usually the same, since they too have to make a profit on your sale.
Ideally, the agent and customer have a long-standing and solid working relationship. An agent should be there for the customer in times of disaster or accident. Bringing back the classic picture of an insurance agent being right by one's side is very popular nowadays.
An agent is expected to ask a lot of questions of the customers. They must gain a total and clear picture of the client's situation. The potential customer is highly advised to answer the questions honestly so as to avoid not having enough coverage in time of need.
Since this is one industry that can be attractive for cons and dishonesty, people are highly advised to do their homework on a company and the agent. There are many long standing and reputable companies that are not risky partners to make.
This industry is also very competitive regarding prices. Do a little shopping a comparing when starting with a company. Though a contract is not usually longer than 6 months or so, it is best to start with a company you will want to stay with for a long time. Rates often go down the longer one remains a customer.
The agent is a representative of the coverage company. Though an agent's salary is partly commission, the agent would risk losing customers if (s) he sold too much insurance to a customer or didn't offer the most competitive rate. In some countries there are brokers who are independent and can find the lowest rate among providers but the price is usually the same, since they too have to make a profit on your sale.
Ideally, the agent and customer have a long-standing and solid working relationship. An agent should be there for the customer in times of disaster or accident. Bringing back the classic picture of an insurance agent being right by one's side is very popular nowadays.
An agent is expected to ask a lot of questions of the customers. They must gain a total and clear picture of the client's situation. The potential customer is highly advised to answer the questions honestly so as to avoid not having enough coverage in time of need.
Since this is one industry that can be attractive for cons and dishonesty, people are highly advised to do their homework on a company and the agent. There are many long standing and reputable companies that are not risky partners to make.
This industry is also very competitive regarding prices. Do a little shopping a comparing when starting with a company. Though a contract is not usually longer than 6 months or so, it is best to start with a company you will want to stay with for a long time. Rates often go down the longer one remains a customer.
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