Author: Firefly
How to Know if Firefly is a Good Fit for You
Our goal is to help you find your best path to starting an independent agency, even if that path is not with Firefly. And it’s […]
What Makes me a Good fit for Firefly?
Do you remember playing dodge-ball as a kid? Two team captains would stand apart from the crowd and go through an intense selection process, naming […]
What if Agents had to go Back to What They Were Doing Before Firefly?
One way to judge the value of a big decision is to ask yourself: What if you had to go back to the way things […]
To fee, or not to fee? That is an Easy Question!
Starting a one-match fire: Thanks to my mom, I’m an Eagle Scout. Not everything I learned in the Scouting program has stuck with me over the […]
Agency Autonomy: Work with Firefly While Keeping Your Own Appointments
If you have more insurance options for your prospects, you’ll increase the odds of turning them into customers. We’ll train you on how to use […]
What are Your “What ifs?”
When you’re thinking about becoming an independent agent, your mind is full of “what ifs.” One should be: What if you don’t make a change? What […]
Agents Give You Advice if You’re Considering Firefly
We feel we have a good thing going here. But more important than what we say is what our agents say. Watch this short video to see what their […]
What do Successful Firefly Agents Have in Common?
The most successful Firefly agents are the ones who have solved the “marketing” problem, and are looking to solve the “market” problem. For example, watch […]
How Many Ways are There to Start an Independent Agency?
We are not here to trick you for our own benefit. You asked how many ways there are to start an independent agency, we’ll tell […]
How Insurance Agents can Work from Home
A physical office location has pros and cons. The costs of rent, utilities, and furniture add up. These days, fewer customers come in to make […]
Why do Insurance Agents Fail?
They say that failure isn’t fatal. But it still hurts! When you open your own independent insurance agency, we want to help you steer clear […]
Can I get Carrier Appointments through Firefly?
So, you’re ready to go independent. You’ve got the plan, the skills, and the confidence to boot. Now it’s time to put yourself out there […]
Is the Grass Greener on the Independent Side?
If you are a captive agent you may wonder if the grass is actually greener on the independent side. And if so, how much greener? […]
About Having Insurance Producers
Prospective agents often ask, “can I have people work as producers for me?” Here’s what you need to know: Many agents run successful agencies with […]
Two Great Paths for Writing Commercial Insurance
One fun thing about being an independent insurance agent is the ability to get more chances at writing commercial risks. Firefly agents have two great […]
How Much Does it Cost to Start an Insurance Company?
When you start an agency, you’ll want to be careful about how and where you spend your money. We want you to only use it […]
How to Sell Commercial Insurance for Success
You’re sitting in a lounge chair at your town’s public pool and suddenly see your daughter running toward you with a hand on her ear […]
“Just Do It”: Commercial Field Underwriting
via GPHY Whether it’s filing taxes or unloading the dishwasher, there are some things in life that are necessary but a bit tedious. And sometimes, […]
Are You a Good Fit for Firefly?
The more options you learn about as you figure out how to start your independent insurance agency, the more confused/overwhelmed you may feel: You may […]
E, I, E&O
Agents working with Firefly are required to have E&O coverage in the amount of at least $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate. There […]