An insurance licensure exam is one of the most difficult tests to take because of the range of topics covered. Data gathered by professional licensing resource website State Requirement shows the passing rate to be around 60%.
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An agent's duty of care to an insurer is illustrated by the following common types of errors: Making mistakes. Failing to follow company instructions. Failing to disclose information. Delay in forwarding information. Exceeding the express or implied authority the company gives the agent.
Instead of using your driver's license on the application for an insurance policy, you may be allowed to apply for a policy using the name and license number of the primary driver of your car. This way, you are listed on the policy but not as a driver.
Businesses or individuals that sell or transact property insurance need a license in New York State. Different licenses exist for agents, who sell insurance, and brokers, who manage transactions.
All insurance agents and brokers who wish to practice in New York must get a license from the state's Department of Financial Services (DFS).
If you plan to work as an insurance agent or broker, or establish an insurance-related business, you must obtain the right license (or multiple licenses) before you can begin to sell products or services. This must be done for every state in which you plan to operate.
State-level insurance departments oversee licensing and regulation. However, many states encourage firms to apply for a license through a third party. Applications vary based on the service offerings and lines of authority a business covers.
To apply for a license, an applicant must: Be 18 years of age or older. Complete prelicensing education requirements. Pass the applicable New York State examination within 2 years of applying for the license.
Exam Format New York Exam Information Exam CodeExam NameExam Time 17-73 Life, Accident and Health Insurance Laws and Regulations 1 hr 17-75 Life Insurance Agent/Broker (Spanish) 2 hrs 17-76 Accident and Health Insurance Agent (Spanish) 2 hrs18 more rows