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MARCH 03, 2026Education & Licensing

How Will Personal Lines Trends Affect Your Career as a New Insurance Agent?

The personal lines market is shifting fast. Learn how rate changes, AI adoption, telematics, and client expectations will shape your first years as a licensed insurance agent.

MARCH 03, 2026Education & Licensing

Can You Really Break Into Insurance from Any Starting Point?

There is no single "right" way to start an insurance career. Learn how people from every background, from receptionists to retail workers, build successful careers in insurance.

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MARCH 03, 2026Education & Licensing

What Can You Do with an Insurance License Besides Selling Policies?

An insurance license opens doors far beyond sales. Explore careers in underwriting, claims adjusting, risk management, compliance, and more that most people never consider.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2026Education & Licensing

Can You Sell Insurance Part-Time? How to Start a Side Hustle as a Licensed Agent

Yes, you can sell insurance part-time. Learn how to start a side hustle as a licensed agent, what it takes to get licensed while working full-time, and how part-time agents earn income.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2026Education & Licensing

What Happens During an Insurance Claim? A Behind-the-Scenes Guide for New Agents

Learn what happens during an insurance claim from the agent's perspective. Understand FNOL, adjusters, reserves, settlement, and how new agents support clients through the process.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2026Agent Life

Find Your Texas Insurance License Number Online

Search the TDI database to verify your Texas insurance license, check CE status, and download agent lists. Quick lookup using name or license number.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2026Education & Licensing

Why Is New York One of the Best States to Start an Insurance Career?

Discover why New York offers one of the strongest insurance markets in the country, from earning potential and career growth to market demand and lifestyle flexibility.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2026Education & Licensing

How Much Do Insurance Agents Make in New York?

Find out how much insurance agents earn in New York, including median salaries, commission structures, and how location and license type affect your income.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2026Education & Licensing

What's the Passing Score for the New York Insurance Exam?

Learn the passing score, exam format, number of questions, and time limits for every New York insurance licensing exam administered by PSI Services through the DFS.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2026Education & Licensing

How Do You Apply for a New York Insurance License?

Step-by-step guide to applying for your New York insurance license through NIPR or DFS, including fees, required documents, and processing timelines.