nolabreeze
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Hello,
I recently relocated from Virginia to New Orleans. For the past two years I've worked as an account executive for a small direct marketing company, in Virginia. I'm 27, I have not commitments of any kind (i.e. kids, wife, mortgage). So, I don't have much to lose.
I have several friends that currently work in the industry. Many started underwriting and moved to producing. All work in different facets of the industry; from health and life, to property and casualty. I've spoken with them about becoming an agent. However, their advice is never concrete and many of them are far too competitive to share advice. I know, great friends right? Anyhow, I'm somewhat familiar with the industry and I have a strong desire to become a part of it.
In my search I've been contacted by two companies. One, a mortgage insurance company that seemed to be a "Do it yourself" workshop. By this I mean - you go get licensed, we'll give you our direct mail leads. The second was NYL. I've been told by a few of my friends that NYL has been known to recruit hard and turn and burn people.
Ideally, I would like to get onboard with a company that would assist me in becoming licensed. I have realistic expectations with regards to income. I'd be satisfied making around 35k-40k.
I guess what I'm seeking by starting this thread is advice on what part of the industry should I look to join? Where should I look for employment opportunities within the industry? Is it common (understandably in our current economic state) to be required to obtain a license yourself?
Any and all advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
I recently relocated from Virginia to New Orleans. For the past two years I've worked as an account executive for a small direct marketing company, in Virginia. I'm 27, I have not commitments of any kind (i.e. kids, wife, mortgage). So, I don't have much to lose.
I have several friends that currently work in the industry. Many started underwriting and moved to producing. All work in different facets of the industry; from health and life, to property and casualty. I've spoken with them about becoming an agent. However, their advice is never concrete and many of them are far too competitive to share advice. I know, great friends right? Anyhow, I'm somewhat familiar with the industry and I have a strong desire to become a part of it.
In my search I've been contacted by two companies. One, a mortgage insurance company that seemed to be a "Do it yourself" workshop. By this I mean - you go get licensed, we'll give you our direct mail leads. The second was NYL. I've been told by a few of my friends that NYL has been known to recruit hard and turn and burn people.
Ideally, I would like to get onboard with a company that would assist me in becoming licensed. I have realistic expectations with regards to income. I'd be satisfied making around 35k-40k.
I guess what I'm seeking by starting this thread is advice on what part of the industry should I look to join? Where should I look for employment opportunities within the industry? Is it common (understandably in our current economic state) to be required to obtain a license yourself?
Any and all advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.