Business Owner

Farm Bureau Business Owner/Agent:

We are rapidly growing operations in southeast Michigan and offering a lucrative pathway into one of the most profitable industries in the U.S.

Best part is that you do NOT need any insurance experience. We will provide the tools, training, resources, and environment required to become a highly successful Agency Owner.

You will be given $48,000 Start Up Fund and $10,000 Business Accelerator Fund to expedite the growth of your book of business. We will provide you with a professional office space and a customer service representative on-site for the first year with the opportunity to extend.

You will join a team of business owners representing a Michigan-owned and operated company with a business model that maximizes cash flow and residual income opportunities while providing the financial support to grow rapidly. You will become a trusted advisor in your community, inspiring the dreams of your clients by helping them protect what matters most. You will be in business for yourself, but not by yourself with business and peer coaching from successful agents and managing partners. Our New Agent Development program is designed to provide you the freedom to earn while you learn and develop into your career. We have seen people from all backgrounds do very well in this industry and a large portion of that is due to the training and assistance we provide. You are in control of all the aspects of the business, you work your own hours and all with our help and guidance. There has never been an opportunity like this in the past. We help you build YOUR BUSINESS and turn your dreams into reality. Why not work towards a legacy (income) that you will be able to pass down to your children, grandchildren and future generations one day.

The benefits of being a Farm Bureau Agent:

• Monthly new business bonuses, Annual new business bonuses, Marketing expense reimbursement, $50,000 Start Up Fund, $10,000 Business Accelerator Fun, and an enhanced commission structure for the first 5 years on top of our standard commission rates.
• Extensive training, mentoring and support from our regional team.
• Great commission structure with residual income, bonuses, luxury trips, and awards.
• Residual Income – every time you write a policy you get paid commission on that policy, and every time the policy renews (6 months or a year) you get paid AGAIN and AGAIN.
• Market at your discretion. No requirements for prospecting.
• Flexible hours, control of your time & no working holidays
• Group health, vision and dental benefit plans available.
• Business Ownership perks including owning your own business, creating your own hours, tax write offs, flexibility, etc.
• You will be required to obtain an insurance license prior to contracting.
• Ability to sell book of business on the open market for an average of 1.5 times its value.
• Continual Professional Development in Sales, Product, Marketing and Customer Service
• Ability to pass on your business legacy to a loved one.

Company Description

Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan is a Michigan-based insurance company founded in 1949 by Michigan farmers, with a mission statement of "Protecting the People of Michigan from the Risks of Everyday Life." We have 450 agents across Michigan who provide a full range of insurance services - life, home, auto, farm, business, retirement, Lake Estate®, and more - and protect nearly 500,000 Michigan policyholders. Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan prides itself on being known as Michigan's Insurance Company and consistently being named one of the top 50 life insurance companies in America.

Qualifications

• Experience running and operating a successful business, including financial analysis, marketing, and team management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience with team building and management.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team to achieve established goals.
• Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
• No bankruptcies within the last 12 months.
• Credit Review: (Credit Score does not matter).
• Favorable criminal record with no felonies
• Be willing to obtain an Insurance license.
• Educate customers on their plan options.
• Not required, but prefer a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.