But with the average age of advisors increasing, there are calls for more young blood in the industry
But expectations differ between advisors at MGAs and at traditional insurance firms
Captive insurance advisors have had strong growth, yet independents are ahead on absolute AUM
Although they follow different models, World Financial Group, State Farm and PPI ranked at the top in 2006
Yet many insurance advisors report they are unhappy with the corporate push to make money by selling mutual funds
Smooth sailing for insurance advisors
Firms prize perseverance and ability to build relationships with clients in their advisors
But insurers sing the praises of their ongoing education programs
Most advisors say their clients are bound by agreements to dealerships
Previous work experience and a customer focus are high on the list of qualifications insurers are looking for in advisors