Frequently Asked Questions About Life and Health Insurance agent in Miami
Straight answers to the questions Miami clients ask us most in 2026 — pricing, timelines, credentials,
guarantees and how independent agents compare to captive agents.
What is the difference between a professional independent insurance agent vs a captive agent?
A captive agent works for one insurance company and can only sell that company's products. An independent
agent like Biscayne Bay Life & Health is contracted with 18+ carriers, so we quote your situation across
multiple companies and recommend the best fit. Independent agents are paid by the carrier — never by you —
so there is no cost difference to the client, only more options.
How much does life insurance cost in Miami in 2026?
Through our agency, a healthy 30-year-old in Miami typically pays $18–$24 per month for $250,000 of 20-year
term coverage, and a healthy 45-year-old pays roughly $58–$75 per month for $500,000 / 20-year term. Final
expense policies range from $32 to $95 per month depending on age and coverage amount. Your exact rate
depends on health history, tobacco use and the carrier we match you with.
Is there any cost for a consultation or quote?
No. Consultations, quotes, carrier comparisons and annual policy reviews are 100% free with no obligation.
Agent commissions are paid by the insurance carrier after a policy is issued, not by the client. You can
complete the entire process — quote, comparison and application — without paying us a single dollar.
How fast can I get a quote or get covered in Miami?
We respond to every quote request within 24 hours (most within 45 minutes during business hours) and can
usually present a written comparison the same day. Term life policies with simplified underwriting can be
approved in 24–72 hours, ACA health plans are often effective the first of the following month, and Medicare
enrollments process within 2–4 weeks.
Can you help if my doctor or prescriptions aren't covered by my current plan?
Yes. We run your specific medication list and provider names through each carrier's 2026 formulary and
network before recommending anything. In many cases we find a Medicare Advantage or Part D plan that keeps
your cardiologist, endocrinologist or pharmacy in network — often at a $0 monthly premium.
Do you offer no-medical-exam life insurance for older Miami residents?
We do. Simplified issue and guaranteed issue policies are available for ages 45–85, including guaranteed
issue coverage ages 50–85 with no health questions. Clients with diabetes, COPD, prior heart conditions or
a cancer history are frequently approved for final expense and burial policies ranging from $5,000 to $25,000.
What licenses and certifications does your agency hold?
Biscayne Bay Life & Health Insurance Group holds Florida Department of Financial Services licenses 2-15
(Life, Health & Annuity) and 2-40 (Health Insurance Only). All eight agents complete annual continuing
education and AHIP Medicare certification, and we follow CMS-compliant marketing and enrollment standards.
We are a NABIP member and A+ BBB accredited since 2015.
Do you help with claims if something happens to me or my family?
Absolutely — claims advocacy is included with every policy we place. Our team calls the carrier, submits the
required documentation, tracks the claim status and follows up on behalf of beneficiaries. One Miami client's
$15,000 final expense benefit was paid 11 days after we filed, without the family ever calling the carrier.
Can you review a policy I already bought from another agent or carrier?
Yes, and there is no cost. Our free no-obligation Life Insurance Policy Review covers policies purchased
anywhere, including captive-agency policies. We verify the death benefit, premiums, riders, beneficiary
designations and living-benefit provisions, then tell you honestly whether you should keep, adjust or replace
the coverage.
What if I find a lower rate for identical coverage somewhere else?
We back our work with a rate-shopping guarantee. If you find a lower premium for identical coverage from the
same carrier, we will match it — or walk you through exactly why the difference exists (underwriting class,
rider, term length or benefit structure). That transparency is the reason our clients stay an average of
nine years.
In what languages can I speak with an agent?
Bilingual phone and in-person support is available in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole. Our Little Havana
office hosts a free bilingual Medicare workshop on the first Wednesday of every month, and three of our
eleven team members provide Haitian Creole service for families in Little Haiti and North Miami.
Do you serve clients outside Miami, and can everything be done remotely?
Yes. We meet clients in person across Miami-Dade and Broward (including Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Miramar and
Fort Lauderdale), and our agents are licensed statewide for life insurance across all of Florida. Video and
phone appointments are available, including Monday–Thursday evening slots until 8:00 PM during enrollment
periods.