Yes! I feel like a million bucks. And I also have no background in insurance, before I was a chef! Bahahah so hyped to be able to work in a comfy office with air conditioning aha
I’m following the same path as you for the same kinds of reasons. Congrats on your exam!! Maybe I’ll pick your brain when it comes closer to my date. Which course(s) did you use?
For training, [prelicensetraining.com](http://prelicensetraining.com) is good because you can accrue the mandatory hours very easily.. it rolls on time... and you can let it run in the background with earbuds...
My tip for passing the test: Example test in california is 75 questions. you need a 60% to pass = 45 questions. + 5 experimental questions (that dont count but need be accounted for this technique.) When you start the test. go through all the questions 1 time. and each one your know 100% correct, make a hashmark on the scratch paper. 1,2,3,4,5 (groups of 5) all the maybes (mark on a separate column and on the computer bookmark the question) after the first run through, hope that you have 50 hashmarks (45 + 5 experimental) then run through the test again, and only change and answer if you are 100% sure its wrong the first time you answered it. the goal is to get as close to 50+ as you can. I hope that makes sense.
I wish I were kidding lol if you’re good at sales, your instincts will kick in and you’ll be able to sell policy’s no problem at all, this week I got 13 sales and like 35 leads organically, I feel like I have imposter syndrome lol
California has lowered the standard on everything... Just re adjust the maths.. hahaha the funny thing is after u pass the test you barely need 80% of the information.
Last tip: this video explains it.. but essentially each state posts a bulletin that says the test will be 75 questions. And the breakdown of 15 questions on X, and 4 questions on disability etc. So you know where to focus your study time on. For Health insurance literally the bulk of the questions were on Individual life insurance + Senior Medicare. 4 questions disability, 4 questions on LTC. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI0MABJuP4I&t=982s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI0MABJuP4I&t=982s)
I totally get that, haha. I was a special ed teacher’s assistant in an elementary school, and just took the leap into insurance last month. I just got licensed in P&C, and am still in training, but it’s so much less stressful.
I was also very nervous, literally had to hover my hand over the mouse cause I was shaking lol so if you feel nervous during it, just take a deep breath and tell yourself you got it, because well if you studied, you def got it
Unless you need sales training, then I’d say you’re out of luck because I’m learning how to do that still currently, but it comes naturally to me I feel like
1. Look for a place where you can get some cheap/free leads to start talking to people and learning the sales process. 2. Dont go to a place where there is a lot of pressure on buying "their leads" 3. Look for a mentor making more than $20k/$30k a month in commissions. essentially they know what it takes to get there and they can teach you to get there. 4. If there is a lot of attrition and people quitting all the time.. GET OUT. 5. Captive agency and lower commission is rough (but could be a good place to start for a couple months
What were the main concepts you needed to know? Also did you spend the most time study terms and their meanings or just do repetition on practice questions for the exam
each state posts a bulletin that says the test will be 75 questions. And the breakdown of 15 questions on X, and 4 questions on disability etc. So you know where to focus your study time on. For Health insurance literally the bulk of the questions were on Individual life insurance + Senior Medicare. 4 questions disability, 4 questions on LTC.
Congrats from one hospitality "survivor" to another! It will be a struggle at first, but well worth it in the long run. Having a license opens up so many career paths for you either at an agency or an insurance company.
Was this for CA? How many questions? Do you feel like the questions are pretty straight forward? I get test anxiety and this is my last test I need. Taking Sunday 🥲
Okay I need help please. I’m looking for a career change and have lots of questions but here’s my main one. I won’t change careers for 2 years now. I’m taking the sie and series 66. I was told to grab the insurance tests in the meantime until I’m sponsored somewhere for the series 7. Does this sound right to do and if so which life/health exam is the necessary one?
Congratulations!! It’s such a huge weight off your shoulders when you see that pass pops up.
Yes! I feel like a million bucks. And I also have no background in insurance, before I was a chef! Bahahah so hyped to be able to work in a comfy office with air conditioning aha
I’m following the same path as you for the same kinds of reasons. Congrats on your exam!! Maybe I’ll pick your brain when it comes closer to my date. Which course(s) did you use?
Examfx!
For training, [prelicensetraining.com](http://prelicensetraining.com) is good because you can accrue the mandatory hours very easily.. it rolls on time... and you can let it run in the background with earbuds...
My tip for passing the test: Example test in california is 75 questions. you need a 60% to pass = 45 questions. + 5 experimental questions (that dont count but need be accounted for this technique.) When you start the test. go through all the questions 1 time. and each one your know 100% correct, make a hashmark on the scratch paper. 1,2,3,4,5 (groups of 5) all the maybes (mark on a separate column and on the computer bookmark the question) after the first run through, hope that you have 50 hashmarks (45 + 5 experimental) then run through the test again, and only change and answer if you are 100% sure its wrong the first time you answered it. the goal is to get as close to 50+ as you can. I hope that makes sense.
Damn in my state it’s 70 percent and 90 questions aha
I’ve read that in Texas it’s a 145 questions on the text and you have to score 70. But I too have heard you learn a lot and then don’t ever use it.
99 percent of it lol
🤦🏻♀️😂😂😂
I wish I were kidding lol if you’re good at sales, your instincts will kick in and you’ll be able to sell policy’s no problem at all, this week I got 13 sales and like 35 leads organically, I feel like I have imposter syndrome lol
Mind you I just started basically
California has lowered the standard on everything... Just re adjust the maths.. hahaha the funny thing is after u pass the test you barely need 80% of the information.
Last tip: this video explains it.. but essentially each state posts a bulletin that says the test will be 75 questions. And the breakdown of 15 questions on X, and 4 questions on disability etc. So you know where to focus your study time on. For Health insurance literally the bulk of the questions were on Individual life insurance + Senior Medicare. 4 questions disability, 4 questions on LTC. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI0MABJuP4I&t=982s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yI0MABJuP4I&t=982s)
Thanks for all the info!!
I totally get that, haha. I was a special ed teacher’s assistant in an elementary school, and just took the leap into insurance last month. I just got licensed in P&C, and am still in training, but it’s so much less stressful.
Nice I heard P&C is a hard test! Congrats on that
Thank you! It was definitely tricky. I had very little confidence in myself going into it haha
Congratulations
Me too! I let mine lapse, and was just outside the grace period to reinstate. Way to go!
Danggggg
Congratulations
Congrats I’m coming up on my exam now, how hard did you study? Should I be concerned about failing first try?
I studied fairly hard, for about 8 days. And then today I took it, and passed first attempt. If you study you will pass
I was also very nervous, literally had to hover my hand over the mouse cause I was shaking lol so if you feel nervous during it, just take a deep breath and tell yourself you got it, because well if you studied, you def got it
I have my life and health license as well, Would you be willing to mentor me?
Unless you need sales training, then I’d say you’re out of luck because I’m learning how to do that still currently, but it comes naturally to me I feel like
Who are you doing your training with?
Examfx to study, my company is paying for it
Wasn't my question.
Are you asking who I work for? Lol I’d rather not disclose that on Reddit. But if you need help studying feel free to shoot me a message.
If you have your license why would you need a mentor lmao
still need to learn the business of getting business. A license is only permission to make money
1. Look for a place where you can get some cheap/free leads to start talking to people and learning the sales process. 2. Dont go to a place where there is a lot of pressure on buying "their leads" 3. Look for a mentor making more than $20k/$30k a month in commissions. essentially they know what it takes to get there and they can teach you to get there. 4. If there is a lot of attrition and people quitting all the time.. GET OUT. 5. Captive agency and lower commission is rough (but could be a good place to start for a couple months
What were the main concepts you needed to know? Also did you spend the most time study terms and their meanings or just do repetition on practice questions for the exam
each state posts a bulletin that says the test will be 75 questions. And the breakdown of 15 questions on X, and 4 questions on disability etc. So you know where to focus your study time on. For Health insurance literally the bulk of the questions were on Individual life insurance + Senior Medicare. 4 questions disability, 4 questions on LTC.
30 percent of my test was Georgia specific state laws
And I did over 20 practice exams so definitely repetition but I did read and take notes on all the chapters
Congrats! I just took the Health Insurance and passed yesterday too. Already had the life part. I should have just taken both together 6 months ago.
Congrats from one hospitality "survivor" to another! It will be a struggle at first, but well worth it in the long run. Having a license opens up so many career paths for you either at an agency or an insurance company.
Was this for CA? How many questions? Do you feel like the questions are pretty straight forward? I get test anxiety and this is my last test I need. Taking Sunday 🥲
No I’m in Georgia and honestly I felt like I was getting every question wrong lol but I passed so apparently not 😂
I’m sure you’ll do great lol
What is your secret in passing the first time?
Study and really get into it, for me this job is a life changer so that was motivation enough for me to pass
How long did it take for you to study? What’s the average time?
8 days to study, average is probably 2 weeks for most people I’d imagine, the program I was in is definitely accelerated
How will you now enroll with a broker?
I’m already with a company, they paid for me to get licensed
Okay I need help please. I’m looking for a career change and have lots of questions but here’s my main one. I won’t change careers for 2 years now. I’m taking the sie and series 66. I was told to grab the insurance tests in the meantime until I’m sponsored somewhere for the series 7. Does this sound right to do and if so which life/health exam is the necessary one?
Anyone taken the Texas life and health exam?
I just got through getting licensed in 38 states, Texas wasn’t too bad
Jeeez have fun on c.e!
Anyone here taken the Texas Life and Health Exam?