Despite challenges with technology, customer expectations and staffing, working as an insurance agent continues to be financially rewarding, according to the 2024 Independent Insurance Agent Survey.

More than a third of respondents (31%) reported that agency earnings grew by more than 10% in the last year, and just under a third (28%) reported earnings growth of between 6% and 10%.

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Elana Ashanti Jefferson

Elana Ashanti Jefferson serves as ALM's PropertyCasualty360 Group Chief Editor. She is a veteran journalist and communications professional. Reach her by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

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