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FAQ's

How do I get started?

Fill out our web form and get connected to our team! We will reach out to you and walk you through all the benefits of purchasing a Goosehead franchise.


How much is the initial investment?   

The initial cost of becoming a Goosehead franchise owner can range from $25,000 to $60,000*, depending on the state you choose to set up your agency.

*subject to fees and other start up expenses

Does Goosehead offer training?   

Yes, we have a mandatory two-week training program that begins once licensing and onboarding are completed. It’s a hands-on, progressive program using real leads to learn the Goosehead sales process and carrier systems.
Learn more about our additional training options >


Does Goosehead offer financing?

We do offer financing if you need assistance with the initial investment amount. Please reach out to our team to see what your options are.


How are Goosehead franchise owners compensated?

Goosehead pays agencies once per month the commissions that Goosehead receives from policies that the agencies have written.


How long does it take to open an agency?

You can open your Goosehead agency and start selling after you attend and pass our initial two-week training program.


How involved do I need to be as an owner? 

Goosehead expects all franchise owners to follow the Owner/Operator agency model to ensure that all our owners are solely focused on growing their business.


Do I need to have prior insurance experience?  

No, you do not need prior insurance expertise to open a Goosehead agency. Goosehead helps you get licensed by providing resources and guidance. We have a robust training program as well as our dedicated back-office teams ready to help you successfully launch your agency.
Learn more about our back office support >


Do I hire my own staff and how many do I need?

Yes, as a business owner, you have the freedom to hire your own staff. Goosehead offers resources and assistance to help you find the right talent for your agency if you need help. We recommend that you take the first year to solely focus on growing your book of business before thinking about hiring staff.


Does Goosehead help me choose my office location?  

Yes, Goosehead can help you choose your office location.


What kind of support can I expect?

Goosehead offers a variety of support for our agency owners. We offer training, post launch support, one on one sessions with regional experts, webinars and more.
Learn more about Goosehead’s superior back office support >


What products will I be able to sell?  

Goosehead offers a wide range of products for our agents and clients. Product options vary on region, but you can see a full list of Goosehead’s products here.


Notice of Rights to Opt Out of Sale/Sharing

Some states have enacted comprehensive privacy laws that grant their residents with the right to opt out of “targeted advertising,” “selling,” or “sharing” of personal information.
 

We or our marketing and advertising service providers may use information about your activities on our Website or other websites to help tailor our advertisements or offers to what may interest you. To opt out of these activities while using our Website move the above toggle to the left and confirm your choices below. These activities are based on online cookies and the opt-out choice is specific to this device. Should you ever clear your cookies on this browser or use another browser or device you may need to opt-out again.

Exercising your State Specific Comprehensive Privacy Rights 
To submit a data privacy request and request access to or deletion of your personal information, or to exercise any other data rights under California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia* law, please contact us using one of the following methods:
  • Website: you may visit https://www.gooseheadinsurance.com/consumer-privacy-requests/ to exercise your privacy rights via our website. Please fill in the appropriate web form so that we may verify and process your request in an efficient manner.
  • Email: you may contact us at [email protected] to exercise your privacy rights. Please include your full name, email address, and the phone number associated with your insurance policy, along with why you are writing.
  • Phone: you may call and leave a voicemail 1-888-928-0031 to exercise your privacy rights. Please include your full name and the phone number associated with your insurance policy, along with why you are calling.
  • Mail: you may mail a letter to exercise your privacy rights (see Contact Us below). Please include your full name, phone number, and the details of your request
*While Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia have enacted privacy laws, Goosehead is exempt based on its status as an insurance producer and/or its compliance with the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act.
 
Methods to Opt-Out of Sharing of Personal Information for Targeted Advertising: To limit interest-based advertising generally click here and/or select the “limit ad tracking” or equivalent setting in your mobile device settings. Additionally, if you enable a browser-based opt-out preference signal, such as Global Privacy Control, in certain jurisdictions, upon receipt or detection, we will make reasonable efforts to treat the signal as a valid request to opt out of the sharing of Personal Information for targeted advertising pursuant to applicable law.

To access our full Privacy Policy, please click here.

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