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The Difference Between Captive and Independent Agents
Are you just starting out in the insurance industry and aren’t sure what path is right for you? In this episode we break down the pros and cons of becoming a captive or independent agent.
Work with Ritter Insurance Marketing
Resources:
3 Advantages of Being an Independent Insurance Agent
10 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
FAQs About AHIP
FAQs About NABIP Medicare Certification
FREE eBook Download - The Guide to Earning a Living Selling Health Insurance
FREE eBook Download – How Insurance FMOs Work
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Learn More About PlanEnroll
Licensing Requirements for Becoming a Health Insurance Agent
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References:
Kagan, Julia. “Captive Agent: What It Is, How It Works, Pros and Cons.” Investopedia, Investopedia, https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/captive-agent.asp. Accessed 19 June 2025.
Rosanes, Mark. “How Do Insurance Agents Make Money?” Insurance Business America, Insurance Business, 13 July 2023, https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/guides/how-do-insurance-agents-make-money-452548.aspx
Tuovila, Alicia. “Independent Agent: What It Is and What They Do.” Investopedia, Investopedia, https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/independent-agent.asp. Accessed 19 June 2025.
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By Sarah J. Rueppel | Ritter Insurance Marketing
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Are you just starting out in the insurance industry and aren’t sure what path is right for you? In this episode we break down the pros and cons of becoming a captive or independent agent.
Work with Ritter Insurance Marketing
Resources:
3 Advantages of Being an Independent Insurance Agent
10 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
FAQs About AHIP
FAQs About NABIP Medicare Certification
FREE eBook Download - The Guide to Earning a Living Selling Health Insurance
FREE eBook Download – How Insurance FMOs Work
LeadCENTER
Learn More About PlanEnroll
Licensing Requirements for Becoming a Health Insurance Agent
MedicareCENTER
References:
Kagan, Julia. “Captive Agent: What It Is, How It Works, Pros and Cons.” Investopedia, Investopedia, https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/captive-agent.asp. Accessed 19 June 2025.
Rosanes, Mark. “How Do Insurance Agents Make Money?” Insurance Business America, Insurance Business, 13 July 2023, https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/guides/how-do-insurance-agents-make-money-452548.aspx
Tuovila, Alicia. “Independent Agent: What It Is and What They Do.” Investopedia, Investopedia, https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/independent-agent.asp. Accessed 19 June 2025.
Follow Us on Social!
Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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