Most insurance agents are paid by carriers through commission, but many also invoice clients directly. Common cases are fee-based coverage reviews, commercial risk assessments, broker or policy fees where state law allows them, employee benefits consulting, claims advocacy, and agency-billed premium. This page covers the fees agents bill clients for, not carrier commissions.
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Pricing depends on whether you are paid by commission, by fee, or both. Commission-only agents usually invoice for premium only when they run agency billing. Fee-based work is typically a flat fee per project, such as a policy review, a risk assessment, or a renewal marketing package. Hourly billing is common for consulting, claims advocacy, and contract review. Benefits consultants often charge per employee per month (PEPM) or an annual retainer. Where state law permits a broker or policy fee, it is usually a flat amount per policy and must be disclosed in writing before the client agrees. Some states require a separate license or written consent for fees, or limit fees on certain lines such as personal auto or Medicare products. If you earn commission on a policy, check whether charging a fee for the same work is allowed in your state. Premium collected on behalf of a carrier is not your revenue and should be kept separate from your fees.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Personal policy and coverage review (home, auto, umbrella, life) | flat fee | $150-500 |
| Commercial risk assessment and coverage gap analysis | flat fee | $500-2,500 |
| Renewal marketing to multiple carriers (commercial) | flat fee | $500-3,000 |
| Broker or policy fee, where permitted | per policy | $50-500 |
| Insurance and risk management consulting | per hour | $100-250 |
| Claims advocacy and documentation support | per hour | $100-200 |
| Employee benefits consulting and administration | per employee per month | $3-12 |
| Contract and certificate of insurance review (vendor or lease requirements) | per document | $75-300 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial risk assessment and coverage gap report - general contractor, 8 employees | 1 flat fee | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 |
| Renewal marketing: quotes requested from 5 carriers, comparison summary prepared | 1 flat fee | $750.00 | $750.00 |
| Broker fee - commercial general liability policy (disclosed and signed 03/04) | 1 per policy | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Review of 3 subcontract insurance requirement clauses | 3 per document | $100.00 | $300.00 |
| Additional consulting - workers' compensation class code review | 2 hours | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Total | $2,900.00 | ||
Notes: Payment due within 14 days of invoice date. Fees are for professional services and are separate from insurance premium, which is billed by the carrier. Broker fee is fully earned at policy binding and is non-refundable per the fee agreement signed 03/04. Late balances may be charged 1.5% per month where permitted.
Many states expect licensed producers to be identifiable on documents, and clients and auditors use the license number to verify you.
Fees are regulated in many states. Tying the invoice to a written disclosure protects you if a client or the department of insurance questions the charge.
The client and their accountant need to match the fee to the right policy and term, and it ties the fee to the service.
Keeping fees apart from premium avoids confusion about what goes to the carrier and what you keep, and keeps your fiduciary funds clean.
Fee-based clients often expect a deliverable. A clear description shows what was done and reduces disputes.
Clients need to see how consulting time was calculated, especially if the work was open-ended.
Commercial clients often require a PO or reference number before accounts payable will pay.
For flat-fee projects such as risk assessments or renewal marketing, many agents take 50% upfront and the balance on delivery. Broker or policy fees are often due at binding, sometimes added to the premium invoice if the carrier or state rules allow it. Consulting and claims advocacy are usually billed monthly with net 14 or net 30 terms. Retainers for benefits consulting are commonly billed monthly or quarterly in advance. Late fees of 1 to 1.5% per month are used where permitted and should be stated in the fee agreement. Clients commonly pay by ACH, check, or card. If you collect premium under agency billing, deposit it into a separate fiduciary or premium trust account as your state requires, never into your operating account.
Many states require written disclosure or client consent for broker fees. Have the client sign a fee agreement that states the amount, what it covers, and whether it is refundable. Check your state's rules and your carrier and agency agreements first.
If you bill premium under agency billing, issue a premium invoice or statement separately from your fee invoice. This helps with trust account reconciliation and makes it clear what portion is yours.
Clients push back when they feel they pay twice. Set a clear policy, for example fees only for risk assessments, complex marketing, and consulting beyond normal service, and keep routine service changes included.
A small contractor with several subcontractors and multi-state exposure can take more work than a larger, simpler account. Base project fees on exposures, locations, and number of carriers approached.
Log calls, emails, and adjuster follow-up by date. Clients often question hourly claims work months later, and a time record settles it.
It depends on the state and the line of business. Many states allow broker or policy fees with written disclosure, and some restrict or prohibit them on certain products. Check with your state department of insurance and your carrier agreements before charging both.
Only if you run agency billing and collect premium on behalf of the carrier. In that case, show premium separately from your fees and handle the money as fiduciary funds. If the carrier bills the client directly, leave premium off your invoice.
Generally no. Federal rules prohibit charging Medicare beneficiaries for help enrolling in Medicare Advantage or Part D plans, since the carrier pays you commission. Fee-based work is more common for employers, such as benefits consulting. Confirm the rules for your product.
Many agents include routine certificates as part of service. For high-volume requests or complex contract reviews, a per-document or monthly fee is reasonable if you disclose it. Some carriers or states limit what can be charged, so check first.
Rules vary by state. Insurance premiums are generally taxed differently from services, and some states tax certain consulting or service fees. Check with your state revenue department or a tax professional.
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