Pacific Crest Insurance Alliance – Independent Agent Advantage Program

As former captive agents, Pacific Crest founders know the difficulties of career transition whether it is from captive to independent, independent to independent, or just starting a new career in insurance.  We created the Independent Agent Advantage program so agents can do what they do best – interact with the community, establish relationships and provide their customers the most comprehensive insurance options available.

What are the advantages of being an Independent Insurance Agent? 

To use an analogy, if you went to a car lot and there was only one car on the lot, do you think the salesman would be acting in good faith if he stated it was the only car available on the market that would fit your needs?  Captive insurance agents represent only their companies’ product lines – we believe consumers deserve more options.  As independent insurance agents, you will represent numerous national insurers.  This means better coverage, options, and affordable pricing for your customers – it’s like living in a free market where competition is important.

Why doesn’t every insurance agent become independent?

The simple answer is:  There are too many unknowns; they cannot get reputable carrier appointments because they are too small; the startup and recurring costs initially outweigh any perceived gain in the future; commission-only sales is not for the timid, and last, but certainly not least, running a business is challenging, time consuming and expensive.

How is the Pacific Crest Independent Agent Advantage Program different? 

At Pacific Crest we are not another “turn-key” independent that tells you how “we did it” and then disappears.  Our core objective is to grow an alliance of customer-focused independent agents that are interested in providing the highest level of customer satisfaction in the communities they serve.  In return, Pacific Crest provides our agents the following support, services and compensation:

► Cutting Edge Technology – From multi raters to remote access, we have you covered technologically

► Virtual office that minimizes or eliminates your office overhead, expenses, and staff

► Appointments with National Property/Casualty/Life & Disability Carriers

► Industry leading commissions on all new and renewal business

► Professional independent insurance agent websites – configurable by all agents (just months away)

► No production requirements, being told what to sell, or, how or where to run your business

► Production-based contingency bonuses

► Unparalleled Back Office support and training

► 100% vested ownership in your book of business

► And much more…

Based in Eagle Idaho, Pacific Crest Insurance has gained a substantial presence on the West Coast. With over 70+ agents and a footprint that spans 8 states Pacific Crest takes pride in helping thousands of customers each year protect their families and loved ones.  Pacific Crest Insurance Alliance is currently licensed to sell insurance, and has independent insurance agencies operating in Idaho, Washington, California, Nevada, Utah, Texas, Oklahoma and Arizona.  Although our long term plans will inevitably cause us to grow into adjacent states, and west, our focus is on controlled growth in these areas.  Given the right partnership, however, we will entertain all options to pursue new areas - the advantages of being a lean, entrepreneurial, privately-owned company.

What Are the Next Steps?

That's the easy part.  Give us a call at (208) 938-4197 and ask for Shawn or Ben, or, fill out the form below and we will contact you as soon as possible.  This only begins the dialogue to ensure that we are a good fit for you and vice versa.  Rest assured that the information collected below will only be used by Pacific Crest to establish contact with you.  Any discussions between you and Pacific Crest will be strictly confidential.  We look forward to hearing from you.