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Independent Agent Agreement
This Independent Agent Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between ARVF, INC DBA EJ Insurance Group ("Company") and the undersigned independent agent ("Agent"). By signing below, Agent acknowledges and agrees to the following:
- Agent is contracted as an independent contractor, not an employee, of ARVF, INC DBA EJ Insurance Group. Agent is solely responsible for all taxes, insurance, and other obligations arising from their independent contractor status.
- Agent agrees to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing insurance sales and marketing, including but not limited to maintaining all required licenses and completing all required continuing education.
- Agent authorizes ARVF, INC DBA EJ Insurance Group to submit carrier contracting appointments on Agent's behalf to insurance carriers as mutually agreed. Agent acknowledges that carrier appointments are subject to each carrier's approval and underwriting guidelines.
- Agent agrees to maintain all required insurance licenses in good standing for the duration of this agreement and to immediately notify ARVF, INC DBA EJ Insurance Group of any license suspension, revocation, or disciplinary action in any state.
- Dispute Resolution: In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement, the parties agree to first attempt resolution through informal negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally within thirty (30) days, the parties agree to submit to mediation before pursuing any legal action. No party shall initiate a lawsuit or legal proceeding without first completing the mediation process in good faith.
- Agent acknowledges that commissions are subject to carrier payment schedules and company policies as outlined in the commission schedule provided separately. ARVF, INC DBA EJ Insurance Group makes no guarantee of minimum earnings or commission amounts.
- This Agreement may be terminated by either party with thirty (30) days written notice. In the event of material breach, ARVF, INC DBA EJ Insurance Group reserves the right to terminate immediately.
- Agent agrees not to engage in any conduct that would constitute fraud, misrepresentation, or unfair trade practice in the sale of insurance products.
By signing this agreement, you authorize EJ Insurance Group to submit contracting applications to insurance carriers on your behalf using the information and documents provided. You understand that:
- Each insurance carrier will send you a separate contracting or appointment request via email
- You are responsible for reviewing and completing each carrier's application
- Your appointment is not complete until the carrier approves your application
- You must complete all required certifications before you are authorized to sell
EJ Insurance Group does not control carrier approval timelines or decisions.
You acknowledge that carrier communications will be sent to the email address you provided. It is your responsibility to monitor your email (including spam/junk folders) for carrier correspondence and respond promptly. Failure to respond to carrier emails may result in your contracting not being completed.
Your client relationships and book of business remain yours. EJ Insurance Group does not claim ownership of any client relationships you develop. Our role is to provide operational support, systems, and infrastructure to help you grow. This agreement does not create any non-compete or exclusivity obligation beyond what is required by individual carrier contracts.
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