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To stay in the health insurance business you need to set yourself apart from other health insurance agents. In today’s marketplace, the successful health insurance agent must have an online presence. The internet is a way to reach an entirely different and diverse prospect base. Some health insurance agents rely solely on the internet for prospecting and sales.

Field marketing organizations (FMOs) are expanding their technology and providing agents with more interactive ways to develop leads and make sales. Several FMOs will be competing for your business and some may make promises that they cannot realistically keep. You may find yourself talking to three, four or even more FMOs that want you to sell for them. This process can be very overwhelming. It may be beneficial for you to subscribe to the Agents Sales Journal for ongoing articles and advice in this matter.

Online web leads are another way to use technology to improve your sales. These types of leads are becoming more popular because they are easy and cheap to obtain. It is important that you research the web lead company that you are considering. You may want to find out if they require a minimal lead purchase or contract. Often, the lead company will allow you to filter the leads by age, health condition, and income. Usually, the more filters that you have, the more expensive the lead is. It is also important to understand that these leads may be given out to two or more agents.

If you are considering adding to your business through the use of an online FMO or online lead purchases, you may want to first consult with your business plan and budget. You may cut some expenses, such as gas and car maintenance, but you will have other costs as well. For example, you may have a higher phone or internet bill. You also want to consider selling insurance online in multiple states, in which you will need to purchase licenses in each state that you want to sell in.

Further, you may spend more money improving your web site. You may want to hire a web designer or purchase new software and computer equipment. You will want to do a web search to see what other health insurance agents are selling online. You may want to consider if you can compete with them or if you even want to compete with them. Don’t get overwhelmed with agent technology, embrace it. You may not be a technology guru, but if you have some knowledge on the topic, you may be able to make a more informed decision regarding your business expansion.

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