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Introducing Our California Insurance Commissioner Candidate Series

We Launch Our Insurance Commissioner Podcast with an Interview with Patrick Wolff The California Insurance Commissioner race doesn’t get the kind of attention it deserves — and it should. The Commissioner’s office sets the tone for how carriers operate in this state, how quickly rates get approved, how claims disputes […]

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The California Insurance Market is in Turmoil – But Could it Also Be Advantageous?

California’s personal lines market has been one of the most talked-about problems in the insurance industry for the past several years. Major carriers pulled back from homeowners coverage. Rates spiked. The FAIR Plan — which was never designed to carry this much of the market — found itself holding policies

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How to Become a Commercial Insurance Agent in California (Updated 2026)

Commercial insurance offers one of the most lucrative paths in the insurance industry. You can work with businesses of all sizes — from small retail shops to large manufacturing operations — helping them protect their assets, manage risk, and comply with regulatory requirements. The commission potential in commercial insurance typically

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Why Most New Insurance Agents Fail in Their First Year (And How to Avoid It)

The insurance industry attracts people for good reasons. The promise of unlimited income potential, flexible schedules, and the ability to build your own business appeals to career changers, recent graduates, and anyone tired of traditional employment constraints. Many people assume that once they pass the California insurance licensing exam and

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AB 943: What California’s New Insurance Licensing Law Means for You (And Why It’s Not as Simple as It Sounds)

If you’re planning to become a licensed insurance agent in California – or if you’re an agency owner looking to hire new producers – you’ve probably heard the news: starting January 1, 2026, California is eliminating the 20-hour pre-licensing education requirement for most insurance licenses. On the surface, this sounds

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