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NC Insurance Broker Sentenced to Five Years in Long-running Tax Scheme

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A federal judge on Wednesday sentenced a North Carolina insurance agent to five years in prison for his role in a decade-long scheme that created fraudulent tax shelters and cheated the U.S. government of more than $22 million in tax …

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South Florida Insurance Broker Pleads Guilty to Fraud in $133M ACA Enrollment Scheme

Insurance Journal

A south Florida insurance broker is awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty last week to a $134 million scheme that fraudulently enrolled thousands of people in Affordable Care Act health insurance plans. Dafud Iza, 54, of Pembroke Pines, signed a plea …

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Former Texas Insurance Broker Charged in Alleged Scam

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A former Friendswood, Texas insurance agent turned himself into authorities last week over charges that he fraudulently brokered insurance policies, the Friendswood Police Department announced. Edgar Peralta of Edgar Peralta with Peralta Insurance Brokerage LLC, is charged with theft, a …

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Hiring Strategies for Insurance Brokers: Finding the Right Talent for Your Agency

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If you’re recruiting for a sales role, consider the suggestions in MediaAlpha’s post, Insurance Agent Recruiting Idea: 15 Tips to Help You Grow Your Business. Also useful is The Hiring Expert’s Guide to Recruiting Insurance Agents , published by CareerPlug. Be sure to ask if they have questions for you, too.

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Overcoming the Overwhelm: Tips for Insurance Agent Burnout | Solstice

Solstice Insurance Broker

You need to know that insurance agent burnout is, unfortunately, common. 39 percent of people in the insurance industry have reported burnout. Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted at work? The national average is 35 percent. However, burnout doesn't have to be part of your every day.

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Unlocking Success: Tailored Phone Scripts for Insurance Brokers | Solstice

Solstice Insurance Broker

Unlock success as an insurance broker with tailored phone scripts. Learn how clear communication, addressing objections, and personalized service can enhance client relationships and drive sales.

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Setting Yourself Up to Succeed as an Insurance Broker or Agent

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What type of insurance do you want to sell? There are many segments of the insurance marketplace. Do you want to be a captive insurance agent (selling policies for a single insurer)? Or would you prefer being independent with the ability to sell a wider range of insurers products?