Understanding the Importance of an Independent Insurance Broker When Buying Insurance

Do you know the difference between an Independent Insurance broker like the ones at Denver Insurance and normal insurance agents?

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A Simple Comparison

An independent insurance broker is a licensed insurance agent who does not work for an insurance company, but rather partners with multiple insurance companies to find their clients the best deals and coverage available.  Whereas a captive insurance agent is hired by an insurance company to sell the companies' policies and represent both their clients and the insurance agency they work for. These differences can translate into the prices you pay; the policies that cover your property, and the support you receive when making a claim.

Below is a simple comparison chart that helps break this down.

Independent Denver Insurance Agents Vs. Captive Insurance Agents

Independent Denver Insurance Broker

Has Freedom to Represent You
  • Independently comparison shops between multiple insurance companies to find you the best deal
  • Is a preferred vendor and can provide you with exclusive discounts from multiple insurance companies
  • Can offer you multiple products from multiple companies to ensure you get the best policy that fits your needs
  • The Swiss Army Knife of insurance policies - more flexibility to create custom policies for unique insurance
  • Local and a part of the Colorado community
  • Available when you need them: in-person, text, phone call, or email we are ready to talk
  • Supports YOU when you need to make a claim and not the insurance company.

Captive Insurance Agents

Works for the Insurance Company
  • Can only shop the insurance policies that their insurance company offers
  • May have limited discounts and can only provide you with the pricing their insurance company offers
  • Can only shop their insurance companies' products which could expose you to coverage gaps
  • No flexibility to build unique policies. Captive agents typically rely on independent agents for this
  • Not always local
  • Contact may be limited and they may not always be as available or accessible
  • Is an employee of the insurance company you need to make a claim with
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