What Compensation Administration Means to the Agent-Carrier Relationship
As compensation structures become increasingly sophisticated, a process that is difficult to follow or lacks clear communication will erode the broader relationship.
Agency Accounting
Holding the Cards: Empowering Agents in Their Carrier Relationships
Agencies can reduce friction with their carrier partners to make claims and compensation more transparent, accurate and user-friendly.
Scaling Smart: Acquisition Best Practices for Independent Insurance Agencies
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, Peter van Aartrijk, executive vice president with insurance branding firm Aartrijk, hosts a discussion on best practices when making an agency acquisition—whether it’s your first purchase or just your most recent acquisition.
How Tax Planning Can Accelerate Agency Growth
Tax planning increases an agency’s profitability without sacrificing critical assets like laying off staff or downgrading software.
Balance Sheet: 4 Ways Reviewing Your Finances Can Lead to Better Results
Reviewing financial statements can be confusing or overwhelming, but spending the time to understand the financial metrics of your agency will help maximize your results.
AN Radio: Making the Most of Agency Ownership Transition
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio hosted by Harrison Brooks, partner at Reagan Consulting, Doug Smart, president, and Kyle Becker, vice president, from Smart Insurance in Abeline, Kansas discuss independent insurance agency ownership transitions.
