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Anna Catron NREIG Insurance BiggerPockets Endorsed
31 January 2026 | 7 replies
I wouldn't trade one captive for another.
Aidan Black Taxes and Insurance
25 January 2026 | 9 replies
If you call a captive agent (e.g. a State Farm agent) they can only quote whatever company they are with. 
Gavin Wynn new property insurance troubles
5 January 2026 | 8 replies
Most direct writers and captive agents (State Farm-type setups) are limited to a short list of “clean” residential boxes.
Joey Wilson Open door capital scam???
21 February 2026 | 139 replies
This is not an excuse for sponsors that began to think they were untouchable due to their "stellar track record" and a captivating story to bring in investors. 
Steven Ludwig Rental Real Eayaye Insurance coverage question
30 December 2025 | 7 replies
Work with an independent broker, not a captive agent.You want someone who can shop multiple carriers and understands rental portfolios, not just personal lines.
Robin W. Dwelling/Fire insurance providers in Illinois that offer higher liability cap?
16 December 2025 | 11 replies
I think you need to work with a broker, it sounds like you are dealing with captive agents working within their product guidelines. 
Pixel Rogue 1031 > Concert to Primary Home
24 November 2025 | 13 replies
Repairs = extra (at u defined captive audience rates,) turn overs at the usual 1x monthly rent  Legal needs = all extra.
Michael Perniciaro REI Classes and or Courses
2 November 2025 | 11 replies
Look at options that pair coaching with community and live deal rooms, not just course videos; insist on a second-source network for lenders, agents, and PMs so you’re not captive.
David Hori Is Pace Morby a Scam?
5 November 2025 | 145 replies
Also for all the value they provide the number 1 thing they all exist to do is enrich the Guru and give him a captive audience to sell more stuff to. 
Michael L. Lots and building in existing developments.
27 October 2025 | 4 replies
Depends, in some subdivisions they have captive builders that you must use their builder(s), no exceptions.