Independent Market Solutions was created with the goal of providing Wisconsin agents with access to quality insurance markets. Whether you're looking to diversify your current book of business or just need a little head start securing company appointments, IMS can help. 

If you haven't signed up with IMS yet, here are five reasons to join: 

1. It's free to join. There is no cost for IIAW members to join IMS, and agents own their book of business. The larger your strike zone, the easier it is to hit a home run, so we've made market access an integral part of your membership.

2. You can earn competitive commissions. Profitable growth is key to the success of an independent agency. That's why IMS offers agents competitive commissions as well as 100 percent ownership of expirations to help maximize agency income. 

3. You can graduate to direct carrier appointments. IMS opens the door for agents to more easily qualify for appointments that can often lead to "graduation" - a direct appointment after minimum premium thresholds and performance standards are met. 

4. You can earn contingency commissions. When agents consistently produce profitable business with certain IMS markets, they can qualify to participate in any earned program contingencies. IMS also shares 100 percent of any carrier production bonuses and incentives with agents, putting more money in the pockets of IIAW members. 

5. The IMS menu is always evolving. Thanks to the partnership among several state associations, the IMS program creates greater volume, leverage and ultimately, better terms for member agents. 

If you'd like to apply for an appointment or learn more about the carriers IMS can get you connected with, click here.