Now this is exciting!

If you’re here than you’re thinking about making a positive change in your career.

As a sales district leader, Justin can help you achieve the success that you crave. Once you’ve become an insurance agent with American Family Insurance, you’ll be your own boss with your own store and staff!

“Being an American Family Insurance Agent has allowed me to maximize my greatest talents. I’m wired to love and build people, be accountable, and be a part of a company that also values those things.

I have limitless opportunities and I’m supported by people who listen and really care that I’m appropriately equipped. This has allowed me to do more than I ever thought I could for my family.

Don’t get me wrong, this is the hardest thing I’ve ever done professionally, but easy jobs don’t pay well.”

Steve Weidenbach

Agency Owner

Ellensburg, WA &
Coeur D’Alene, ID

The Answers To Your Questions

What do insurance agents do?
Insurance agents with American Family Insurance are small business owners. They recruit and lead a team of talented individuals. They and their team sell and service insurance policies for their clients.
How do insurance agents make money?

Insurance agents make money by selling insurance polices. They are given a commission per policy sold. In addition, and unique to the insurance industry, they are given a renewal commission for those policies when they renew. This allows the agent the ability to make significant amounts of money as they grow their book of business.

How much money do insurance agents make?
Insurance agents have the potential to make a lot of money as their income grows in tandem with their business growth. Justin knows agents that make over a million dollars per year. He knows others that make $50,000 per year. It all depends on how smart and hard the agents works. The sky is the limit.
Is it difficult to be an insurance agent?
Being a good insurance agent is not easy. There are a lot of responsibilities and it requires an individual that is great at working with people, knows how to motivate their team, persuasive to sell policies, and customer-focused in order to retain and grow their book of business.
Who is American Family Insurance?
American Family Insurance, also abbreviated as AmFam, is an American private mutual company that focuses on property, casualty insurance, and also offers commercial insurance, life, health, auto and homeowners coverage as well as investment and retirement-planning products. A Fortune 500 company, its revenues were over $9.5 billion in 2017.
How long does it take to become an agent?
The time required to become an agent varies. However, the typical timeline is around 60 to 90 days from first interview to opening your own office.
Will I have my own office and staff?
Yes, as an independent contractor, you will have your own office and hire your own staff. You will be in business for yourself, but not by yourself.
How much support will I have as an agent?
American Family Insurance provides many different partners to support you on your agency journey from training to business operations to performance.
How will I find customers?
Many agents find new customers from a mix of lead sources. Some of these sources include mortgage lender referrals, internet leads, direct mail, social media marketing, and more.
How do I become an insurance agent?
Send Justin Klingler a message at jklingle@amfam.com to get started. He will then connect with you to start the interview process. You may also choose to send a message in the box further below on this website instead of sending an email.

Watch & Learn

District 357

Justin works with agency owners in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho.

Recognized as American Family Insurance’s #1 District of the Month: March 2021. April 2021. May 2021. June 2021. July 2021.

Washington’s District of the Year for 2020!

We are a consistent Top 5 district for the entire company.

Our district is full of agents and agency team members that are committed to providing the best care for our customers and growing our businesses.

The Next Step

If you’re interested in becoming an insurance agent and would like to know more about this amazing opportunity, Justin would like to chat with you. To get the conversation started, fill out and submit the contact form below.

If you live outside of Washington or Northern Idaho that’s alright. Justin has connections with district leaders across the United States and will help you get in touch with the right person.

7 + 7 =

What it’s like to work with Justin

“Justin is a great leader who encourages you. He is concerned for your growth and well-being as an individual and as an agent. He is very knowledgeable of the industry and has a lot of insight into how to run a successful agency. He shares his expertise with everyone.”

Mistica Wright

Agency Owner
Liberty Lake, WA
“Justin is very eager to see you succeed. He is consistently connecting with you and your team to ensure that you have what you need. I have never seen a district leader like Justin that is as engaged in the agencies as the agents are themselves.”

Jeremiah Munoz

Agency Owner
Yakima, WA
“Justin provides great support and always brings a productive perspective to our conversations. I view Justin as a true business partner and I’m lucky to have him on my team!”

Jake Davison

Agency Owner
Wenatchee, WA

The Next Step

If you’re interested in becoming an insurance agent and would like to know more about this amazing opportunity, Justin would like to chat with you. To get the conversation started, fill out and submit the contact form below.

If you live outside of Washington or Northern Idaho that’s alright. Justin has connections with district leaders across the United States and will help you get in touch with the right person.

11 + 11 =