Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...
In a move to boost the number of insurance agents and make licensing exams easier to pass, life and annuity industry groups are asking states to update licensing rules and remove unnecessary barriers.
Brokers help find and recommend insurance policies by assessing client needs and researching options. Brokers are distinct from agents as they can't bind coverage; they facilitate policy application.