Insurance Agency M&A Slows as Buyers Become More Selective
Agency mergers & acquisitions activity was down 15% in the first half of 2026, signaling a more disciplined environment. However, appetite for high-quality acquisitions remains high.
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Is the M&A Environment Good or Bad for Your Agency?
For some, it is the best of times; for others, it is the worst of times. Here are the factors that influence your opportunities.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in May
May brought news of moderating pressures in the long-suffering personal lines space, with early signs that increases in reconstruction costs and personal auto premium hikes may be beginning to slow.
How Industry Changes Are Influencing, But Not Deterring, M&A Activity
While some recent trends have influenced the mergers & acquisitions marketplace, it certainly hasn’t been interrupted.
Insurance Agency M&A Falls 6% in First Quarter
Agency mergers & acquisitions activity slowed to 148 deals in the first quarter of 2026, according to OPTIS Partners, who believe the decline is bottoming out.
Declaration of Independents: Robert Strachan
“Once I realized the magnitude of the opportunity I had to carry on the legacy, to carry on that opportunity of helping generations of families and businesses, it became more than just a job for me,” says Robert Strachan.
Art of The Exit: Ensuring a Smooth Transition When It’s Time to Sell
Whether you decide to perpetuate internally, foster a funded business handoff to your successors, or go with an external sale, one thing is certain: There are several key steps you’ll need to take to maximize your agency’s value.
Insurance Agency M&A and Preventing E&O Claims
Integrating another agency into your operations presents both tremendous opportunities and significant challenges for employees and management alike.
4 Insurance Agency Valuations Trends to Watch
For agency owners contemplating perpetuation, a sale or simply benchmarking their business value, understanding the four trends is critical for business planning.
Insurance Agency M&A Falls 12% in 2025
Agency mergers & acquisitions activity slowed to 695 deals in 2025, according to OPTIS Partners, with the number of buyers continuing to fall since 2021.
