Agent Survival Guide Podcast: Empowering Insurance Agents Selling Medicare, Long-term Care, Life, Annuities, & Final Expense

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.insurancebusin