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How Consumers Should Shop for Insurance (Without Getting Spammed)

How Consumers Should Shop for Insurance (Without Getting Spammed)

A consumer's guide to shopping for insurance without getting bombarded by spam calls. Learn how to avoid mass-quote sites, find local agents, and stay in control of your insurance buying experience.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Blog
Mar 19, 2026·10 min read
How Insurance Leads Actually Work (And Why Most Agents Overpay)

How Insurance Leads Actually Work (And Why Most Agents Overpay)

Discover how insurance lead generation really works behind the scenes, why most agents overpay for shared leads, and smarter alternatives like agent marketplaces that flip the model.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Mar 5, 2026·9 min read
The Insurance Lead Generation Problem Is Broken — And Platforms Like InsureHunt Are Fixing It

The Insurance Lead Generation Problem Is Broken — And Platforms Like InsureHunt Are Fixing It

Why the traditional insurance lead gen model is broken for both agents and consumers — and how marketplace platforms like InsureHunt are replacing spam-driven lead selling with transparent, consumer-directed discovery.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Tools & Software
Feb 17, 2026·12 min read
10 Lessons from Insurance Agents Who Built Seven-Figure Books of Business

10 Lessons from Insurance Agents Who Built Seven-Figure Books of Business

Key insights and actionable lessons from top-producing insurance agents who grew their books past $1M in annual premium.

Rachel DominguezRachel Dominguez
Agent Interviews
Jan 29, 2026·10 min read
15 Insurance Agency KPIs You Should Track Every Month

15 Insurance Agency KPIs You Should Track Every Month

The essential key performance indicators every insurance agency owner should monitor to drive growth, retention, and profitability.

Rachel DominguezRachel Dominguez
Agency Owners
Jan 14, 2026·10 min read
LinkedIn Prospecting for Insurance Agents: A Step-by-Step Guide

LinkedIn Prospecting for Insurance Agents: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to use LinkedIn to find and connect with insurance prospects, build authority, and generate warm leads without being salesy.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Dec 3, 2025·10 min read
12 Mistakes New Insurance Agents Make (And How to Avoid Them)

12 Mistakes New Insurance Agents Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Avoid the most common pitfalls that cause new insurance agents to fail in their first year, from poor prospecting habits to ignoring renewals.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Become an Agent
Nov 8, 2025·10 min read
How to Hire Your First Insurance Producer: A Complete Guide

How to Hire Your First Insurance Producer: A Complete Guide

Everything agency owners need to know about recruiting, interviewing, compensating, and onboarding their first insurance producer.

Rachel DominguezRachel Dominguez
Agency Owners
Oct 1, 2025·10 min read
Best Insurance Agency Management Systems (AMS) in 2026

Best Insurance Agency Management Systems (AMS) in 2026

A detailed comparison of the top agency management systems including Applied Epic, Hawksoft, EZLynx, and QQ Catalyst for independent insurance agencies.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Tools & Software
Sep 12, 2025·11 min read
The Complete Insurance Agent Networking Guide: Organizations, Conferences, and Communities

The Complete Insurance Agent Networking Guide: Organizations, Conferences, and Communities

Every national organization, state association, industry conference, online community, and professional designation that helps insurance agents build powerful networks.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Aug 22, 2025·16 min read
The Perfect Insurance Agent Daily Routine: A Productivity Checklist

The Perfect Insurance Agent Daily Routine: A Productivity Checklist

A structured daily routine and checklist that top-producing insurance agents follow to maximize prospecting, client service, and personal growth.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Checklists & Templates
Aug 5, 2025·10 min read
Cross-Selling Life Insurance to P&C Clients: Scripts and Tactics

Cross-Selling Life Insurance to P&C Clients: Scripts and Tactics

Proven strategies and word-for-word scripts to cross-sell life insurance to your existing property and casualty clients.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Jul 16, 2025·7 min read
How to Get Referrals on Autopilot as an Insurance Agent

How to Get Referrals on Autopilot as an Insurance Agent

Build a referral system that generates warm leads consistently without awkward asks, using proven scripts and automation strategies.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Jun 24, 2025·10 min read
Insurance Agent Salary: What to Really Expect in 2026

Insurance Agent Salary: What to Really Expect in 2026

A realistic breakdown of insurance agent income by experience level, license type, and sales model — from year one to six-figure earners.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Become an Agent
May 11, 2025·9 min read
Buying a Book of Business: What to Look For and What to Avoid

Buying a Book of Business: What to Look For and What to Avoid

A practical guide to evaluating, negotiating, and acquiring an insurance book of business, including valuation methods and due diligence checklists.

Rachel DominguezRachel Dominguez
Agency Owners
Apr 18, 2025·11 min read
Best E-Signature Tools for Insurance Agents: 2026 Comparison

Best E-Signature Tools for Insurance Agents: 2026 Comparison

Compare DocuSign, PandaDoc, HelloSign, and other e-signature platforms to find the best fit for your insurance agency workflow.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Tools & Software
Mar 28, 2025·12 min read
Insurance Client Onboarding Checklist: Make Every New Client a Raving Fan

Insurance Client Onboarding Checklist: Make Every New Client a Raving Fan

A step-by-step checklist for onboarding new insurance clients that builds trust, prevents E&O issues, and sets up cross-sell opportunities.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Checklists & Templates
Mar 3, 2025·10 min read
The Best Insurance Cold Call Scripts That Actually Work

The Best Insurance Cold Call Scripts That Actually Work

Proven cold calling scripts for insurance agents including openers, objection handlers, and closing techniques that book appointments.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Feb 7, 2025·11 min read
Life & Health vs Property & Casualty: Which License Should You Get First?

Life & Health vs Property & Casualty: Which License Should You Get First?

Compare Life & Health and Property & Casualty insurance licenses to decide which one to pursue first based on your career goals and income potential.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Become an Agent
Jan 15, 2025·9 min read
How to Start Your Own Insurance Agency: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Start Your Own Insurance Agency: Step-by-Step Guide

A practical step-by-step guide to starting your own insurance agency, covering business planning, licensing, carrier appointments, and growth strategies.

Rachel DominguezRachel Dominguez
Agency Owners
Dec 9, 2024·9 min read
Best CRM Software for Insurance Agents: 2026 Comparison

Best CRM Software for Insurance Agents: 2026 Comparison

An in-depth comparison of the top CRM platforms for insurance agents in 2026, including AgencyZoom, HawkSoft, HubSpot, and Zoho CRM.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Tools & Software
Nov 22, 2024·8 min read
New Insurance Agent Onboarding: The Complete 90-Day Checklist

New Insurance Agent Onboarding: The Complete 90-Day Checklist

A structured 90-day onboarding checklist for new insurance agents covering setup, training, prospecting, and milestone goals.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Checklists & Templates
Oct 14, 2024·9 min read
15 Insurance Prospecting Strategies That Actually Work in 2026

15 Insurance Prospecting Strategies That Actually Work in 2026

Proven prospecting strategies for insurance agents including referrals, digital marketing, community events, and LinkedIn outreach that generate real leads.

Maria SantosMaria Santos
Grow Your Book
Sep 5, 2024·9 min read
Captive vs Independent Agent: Which Path Is Right for You?

Captive vs Independent Agent: Which Path Is Right for You?

Compare the pros, cons, income potential, and lifestyle differences between captive and independent insurance agents to find your ideal career path.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Become an Agent
Aug 19, 2024·8 min read
How to Get Your Insurance License: A Complete 2026 Guide

How to Get Your Insurance License: A Complete 2026 Guide

Everything you need to know about getting your insurance license in 2026, from pre-licensing courses to passing the state exam on your first attempt.

Sarah MitchellSarah Mitchell
Become an Agent
Jul 3, 2024·7 min read
Welcome to InsuranceAgencyHub: Your #1 Resource for Insurance Professionals

Welcome to InsuranceAgencyHub: Your #1 Resource for Insurance Professionals

Introducing InsuranceAgencyHub, the go-to resource for insurance agents and agency owners looking to grow their careers and businesses.

Rachel DominguezRachel Dominguez
Blog
Jun 12, 2024·6 min read

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