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FEBRUARY 27, 2026Education & Licensing

How Do You Pick a Niche as an Insurance Agent (And Why Do Specialists Earn More)?

Learn how to pick a profitable niche as an insurance agent. Discover why specialists earn more, which niches are growing, and how to choose the right focus for your career.

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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

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.

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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

Do You Need Fingerprints for a New York Insurance License?

Learn about New York's fingerprinting requirements for insurance license applicants, including IdentoGO locations, service codes, fees, and timing tips.

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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

What are the Pre-Licensing Education Requirements for a Michigan Insurance License?

Learn how many pre-licensing hours Michigan requires, what the courses cover, exam details through PSI, and how to get your Michigan insurance license step by step.