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    Your First 90 Days as a New Life Insurance Agent

    Use your first 90 days to build a reliable process rather than chase an earnings target. Your timeline depends on licensing, appointments, availability and learning needs; this is a preparation framework, not a promised production schedule.

    Independent contractor relationship, not employment. No salary or employee benefits are promised.

    What should you know about Begin with readiness?

    Confirm licensing and appointments, review your contract and set up approved systems. Learn the products you expect to discuss and the boundaries of your authority. Practice explaining premiums, exclusions and application steps before meeting clients.

    What should you know about Practice the needs conversation?

    Use role-play and mentor feedback to learn how to listen, ask accurate questions and check understanding. Study when a simpler product or keeping existing coverage may be appropriate. Do not equate memorizing a script with being ready for every situation.

    What should you know about Build a responsible routine?

    Schedule learning, permitted outreach, case follow-up and administration. Track consent and honor contact preferences. Review pending applications for missing information without rushing clients into decisions.

    What should you know about Review process quality?

    Discuss difficult cases and mistakes with a mentor. Reconcile expenses and commission statements, assess whether your workload is sustainable and identify training gaps. Any change in pace should reflect competence and client service, not a recruiting promise.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Does this plan promise income within 90 days?

    No. It is a preparation framework and does not promise production, approvals or earnings.

    What should I learn before buying leads?

    Understand licensing, product basics, consent requirements and your approved application process. Budget for expenses without assuming sales will cover them.

    When should I ask for help?

    Ask before recommending a product or interpreting a rule you do not understand. Mentor and compliance review are particularly important for complex cases and replacements.

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    Licensed or working toward your license? Let’s talk.

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    What else should you know?

    What does an independent agent compare?

    An independent agent can compare products from multiple represented carriers rather than one company's lineup. Ask which carriers and products are relevant to your situation; independence does not mean access to every policy in the market.

    What does comparing quotes with Family Bridge Financial cost?

    There is no charge to compare quotes with us. Insurance premiums are separate, and compensation may be paid by the issuing carrier if you purchase a policy.

    Is a policy from a captive agent automatically bad?

    No. A policy should be judged by its contract, affordability, and fit—not only the agent's business model. An independent review may confirm that keeping it is sensible.

    Does asking for a quote commit me to buying?

    No. A request begins a conversation and is not an application or a promise of coverage. You can review trade-offs and decide not to proceed.

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