Under Maryland law, the agreement between an insurance producer and insurer under which the insurance producer, for compensation, may sell, solicit, or negotiate policies issued by the insurer is defined as:
An appointment (Insurance Article, § 10-103) is the formal agreement allowing a producer to sell an insurer’s policies for compensation, distinct from a license (producer credential), certificate of authority (insurer’s right), or vague binding agreement.
References:Maryland Insurance Article, § 10-103, § 4-101; MIA producer regulations.
Question # 26
It is unlawful for a person to provide an advertisement that:
Advertisements (Insurance Article, § 27-503) can highlight advantages or ratings if true, but misrepresenting coverage via a title is illegal, deceiving consumers about policy benefits.
References:Maryland Insurance Article, § 27-503; MIA advertising standards.
Question # 27
An insurer may pay a commission directly or indirectly to:
A.
Anyone soliciting business for the insurer
B.
An unlicensed employee of the insurer
C.
A producer whose license is terminated after earning the commission
D.
A surplus lines broker operating without a license for less than one year
Commissions (Insurance Article, § 10-103) require a license, but a producer earning a commission while licensed can be paid post-termination. Unlicensed individuals or brokers can’t legally receive commissions.