Licensing Of Agents And Brokers
Legal authority granting individuals the right to conduct insurance business in a particular state. In many states, agents and brokers must pass a written exam as a prerequisite to being licensed. In others, a professional designation such as the CLU or CPCU can be substituted for the examination requirement. The caliber of examinations varies from state to state. A license is usually issued for one or two year periods, and then must be renewed.
Popular Insurance Terms
General: net premium, plus operating and miscellaneous expenses, and agent's commissions. Life insurance: premium before dividends are subtracted. ...
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Smallest acceptable premium for which an insurance company will write a policy. This minimum charge is necessary to cover fixed expenses in placing the policy on the books. ...
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