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Paying Referral Fees

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LoraJL

Junior Member
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? FL

Is it alright for Insurance companies to pay referral fees for new clients? I am not an insurance agent but because of the type of work I do in the mortgage industry, I frequently run across folks that are in need of homeowner's insurance or are paying really high rates for their current coverage. ( mostly seniors)
My question is: is it allowable for companies to pay a fee if I would refer someone to them and they open an account?

I would not want to do anything unethical or illegal.

Thank you for your help
 


moburkes

Senior Member
In most states the answer is no, although I was just notified that it is now legal in AL, as long as the referrer receives a nominal fee whether or not the customer purchases the policy. Also, you asked specifically about an insurance company providing a fee to you, but it would be illegal if an insurance agent provided that fee to you.
 

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