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Captive Agent

A captive agent represents only one insurance company and can only place you with that carrier. They cannot quote your coverage elsewhere, even if a different carrier would be a better fit.

An agent who represents only one insurance company. Example: a captive office can only place you with that single carrier. The captive agent is not allowed to quote you anywhere else, even if their carrier is not the right fit for your situation.