Between juggling budgets, staying on top of recent industry changes, marketing and networking, and managing your current leads, do you have time to deal with carrier contracts, inefficient quoting systems, staying current with the latest product offerings, sourcing leads, and insufficient commissions? Of course you don’t, which is why Savers Marketing solely focuses on supporting independent insurance agents by providing those services to our contracted agents. We’ll streamline the processes behind the scenes so you can do what you do best: sell the right insurance products to the people who need it.

As an independent agent, it’s vital for you to stay on top of insurance industry trends, strategies, and news. Here are 3 ways you can stay in the know without breaking the bank!

There are tons of ways to generate insurance leads. Some are quick and simple, others are extravagant and pricey, and others are right under your nose.

Right under my nose? Where?!

In your community!

Getting involved in your community is a budget-friendly, effective, and often fun way to generate local leads.

Marketing yourself can be awkward, expensive, and confusing, especially if you’re just starting out as an independent insurance agent. Here’s some of our best advice to help you effectively market yourself without breaking the bank.

Your Medicare card is pretty straightforward as it includes:

• Your name
• Your Medicare claim number
• If you have part A (hospital coverage), part B (medical coverage), or both
• The date your coverage started

For the most part, these red, white, and blue cards have stayed the same since their creation in 1965, but starting this year (April 2018), Medicare is sending out new cards.

Shoes, cars, houses, even meals. These are all things people shop for online. Do you know what else they shop for? Insurance. Be it health, life, auto, or pet insurance, consumers are turning to the internet with their questions about coverage options, carriers, and pricing. 

If you aren’t already engaging with consumers online, you’re missing out on opportunities to create leads and connect with potential customers. 

Below is a good summary of information regarding the upcoming Open Enrollment Season for ACA plans*:

Open Enrollment for ACA customers (Under-65 Major Medical) is right around the corner.  As in prior years, you must be certified by CMS in order to sell these plans.  The certification is available on the CMS website, and if you have any issues/questions just let us know (Matt- 336-831-9111 ext. 104).

Final Regulations Issued for Individual Market Stabilization