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Real stories from ARs building the businesses they always wanted to run – plus the industry experts and partners helping make it happen.

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What happened to the regional broker – and why it is starting to come back

A decade of consolidation didn't destroy the talent that built…
28 May 2026/by admin@momentum

Howard Pepper named an Industry Icon 2026 by Insurance Business UK

26 May 2026 - Howard Pepper named an Industry Icon 2026 by…
26 May 2026/by admin@momentum

South Wales Insurance Brokers buys into Fisher Insure

21 May 2026 - South Wales Insurance Brokers is pleased to announce…
21 May 2026/by admin@momentum

Momentum AR Renata Group acquires Abbot Insurance

19 May 2026 - Renata Group Ltd is pleased to announce the successful…
19 May 2026/by admin@momentum

Time:To – meet Momentum Broker Solutions at BIBA 2026!

BIBA 2026 is almost here, and we’re getting ready to make the…
7 May 2026/by admin@momentum

Momentum Broker Solutions – 2025 Financials

Momentum delivers double digit revenue growth despite softer…
16 April 2026/by admin@momentum

Consolidation, Debt and a Softening Market. Why Does the Pressure Keep Increasing?

The financial mechanism that turns a difficult acquisition into…
9 April 2026/by admin@momentum

How to start a career in insurance: meet Momentum’s new apprentices

At Momentum, we believe the future of the insurance industry…
8 April 2026/by admin@momentum

The Consolidation Trap

What happens to your career and your clients when your employer…
31 March 2026/by admin@momentum

Bartlett James Risk Solutions strengthens its Staffordshire roots with acquisition of IPC Limited

Staffordshire-based Bartlett James Risk Solutions has acquired IPC…
19 March 2026/by admin@momentum

The Broker Independence Playbook

Why independence, why now?
The insurance broking sector is undergoing…
26 January 2026/by admin@momentum

Malago Insurance Brokers celebrates ten years of independent growth and community impact in Bristol

Independent Bristol based insurance broker Malago Insurance Brokers…
22 January 2026/by admin@momentum

Momentum launches Momentum Equity Partners to empower broker growth

We are pleased to announced the launch of Momentum Equity Partners…
2 December 2025/by admin@momentum

How to Start an Insurance Brokerage in the UK

Alistair Body writes...
 

Starting your own insurance…
14 October 2025/by admin@momentum

Momentum’s Fourth Partners in Success Conference at The Belfry | Celebrating 15 Years of Independent Broking

On 4 September 2025, we welcomed more than 200 guests to our…
5 September 2025/by admin@momentum

What Is an Appointed Representative in Insurance – and why the model endures and is set to become the norm

Alistair Body writes...
 

Appointed representative (AR)…
14 July 2025/by admin@momentum

Why Partnering with the Right FCA Principal is Critical for Start-up Insurance Brokerages

Alistair Body writes...
Starting an insurance brokerage is an…
6 May 2025/by Dan Judson

Behind Every Broker – our latest webinar

Embarking on the next step in your career offers the chance…
16 April 2025/by admin@momentum

Switching your principal firm: What do you need to know?

Alistair Body writes...
Switching your principal firm is…
9 April 2025/by Sasha Goschen

Momentum Broker Solutions – 2024 Financials

“Together, we’ve delivered another year of success”




















Momentum…
24 March 2025/by admin@momentum

Upcoming events and webinars

Save…
10 March 2025/by admin@momentum

Things to consider when looking for an Appointed Representative network

Alistair Body writes...

When evaluating potential Appointed…
14 January 2025/by Sasha Goschen

Intellectus Insurance and Consultus Insurance Brokers Forge Strategic Partnership

Intellectus Insurance Brokers Ltd (Intellectus) is pleased to…
6 January 2025/by admin@momentum

Momentum Conference 2024

3rd Annual Partners in Success Conference: Celebrating Our Independent…
20 September 2024/by admin@momentum

We’ve launched a radio station!

We’ve started a pop-up radio station – for two weeks…
9 September 2024/by admin@momentum

Allianz Twickenham Takeover 2024

Steve Walton writes…

I was fortunate enough to receive an…
1 July 2024/by admin@momentum

Momentum Broker Solutions and AUB Group enter into equity partnership

Momentum Broker Solutions (Momentum) and AUB Group Limited (AUB)…
10 June 2024/by admin@momentum

Momentum supports Burbage Charity Bikes

Momentum Broker Solutions are pleased to support local cause…
30 April 2024/by admin@momentum

Broking Director Matt Brunton wraps up 2024

It has been another busy year at Momentum, which in turns means…
10 December 2024/by Dan Judson

Momentum Meets: Sam Franks

This podcast was first published on 19 June 2024.

Sam Franks…
19 June 2024/by admin@momentum

Momentum Meets: Matt Meader

Momentum Meets S02E08: Matt Meader







 

This week's…
5 June 2024/by admin@momentum

Momentum Meets: Ben Tweddle

Momentum Meets S02E06: Ben Tweddle
 





"Every door we…
8 May 2024/by admin@momentum

Reshaping the UK insurance industry

Reshaping the UK insurance industry.
Today’s (09 Dec 2024)…
9 December 2024/by Dan Judson

Momentum Meets: BCH

Momentum Meets S02E05: BCH's Mark Briggs and Zoe Davenport
 





"It…
17 April 2024/by admin@momentum

Insurance Market Update – June 2024

Insurance Market Update - June 2024
Broking Director Matt Brunton…
25 June 2024/by Dan Judson

Momentum Meets: Luke Jones

Momentum Meets S02E04: Luke Jones
We head to Kidderminster in…
3 April 2024/by admin@momentum

The Seven Tips to Success

Alistair Body writes...
 

If you've ever contemplated launching…
19 April 2024/by Dan Judson

Momentum Broker Solutions – 2023 Financials

"Another year of exceptional financial performance"
Momentum…
22 March 2024/by admin@momentum

Momentum Meets: Steve Walton

This podcast was first published on 20 March 2024.
Momentum Meets…
19 March 2024/by admin@momentum

Broking Director Matt Brunton shares the opportunities and challenges for the year ahead – February 2024

Market Update from Broking Director Matthew Brunton
The January…
20 February 2024/by Sasha Goschen

Momentum Meets: Steve Land

This podcast was first published on 06 March 2024.

Momentum…
6 March 2024/by admin@momentum

The UK Household Market – January 2024

The UK Household Market.
An update from Broking Director, Matt…
11 January 2024/by Dan Judson

2023, a year in review with Howard Pepper – December 2023

This year has been challenging pushing many to embrace a future…
9 February 2024/by Sasha Goschen

Momentum Meets: Alistair Body

Announcing our new Momentum Meets podcast hosts*

 

In…
24 January 2024/by admin@momentum

The effects of the enhanced FCA Appointed Representative Regime – December 2023

Steve Walton writes ...
The effects of the enhanced FCA Appointed…
14 February 2025/by Dan Judson

101: Navigating career crossroads

If you find yourself contemplating a career change, mark your…
2 January 2024/by admin@momentum

Malago Insurance Brokers acquires Mulberry Insurance Brokers

As a growing business, Malago Insurance Brokers are pleased…
2 January 2024/by admin@momentum

The four non-negotiables – November 2023

The four non-negotiables.
Alistair Body writes...

 

On…
9 November 2023/by Dan Judson

Starting Your Own Business – What’s Stopping You? – November 2023

Starting Your Own Business - What's Stopping You?
Starting your…
8 November 2023/by Sasha Goschen

Momentum Broker Solutions Sponsor Bournville RFC Match Kit

Momentum Broker Solutions is delighted to announce its partnership…
14 December 2023/by admin@momentum

“The biggest risk is not taking any risk” – November 2023

When it comes to start-ups, insurance brokers are more likely…
1 November 2023/by Dan Judson

What’s happening in the Motor Fleet Market? – October 2023

What’s happening in the Motor Fleet Market?
An update from…
23 October 2023/by Dan Judson

Attracting the talent of the future

2023 has seen a record number of apprentices employed by market-leading…
16 October 2023/by admin@momentum

Broker partner Nigel Bartlett features in Insurance Age

“I didn’t succeed by changing my business plan. I succeeded…
4 October 2023/by admin@momentum

Market Update from Broking Director Matthew Brunton – September 2023

Market Update from Broking Director Matthew Brunton
As we enter…
29 September 2023/by Sasha Goschen

Momentum Conference 2023

On Thursday 7th September, we hosted our annual ‘Partners in…
8 September 2023/by admin@momentum

FCA’s three-year strategy to benefit Appointed Representatives – July 2023

FCA’s three-year strategy to benefit Appointed Representatives
 

It’s…
20 July 2023/by Sasha Goschen

Staycation Postcards

With summer in full swing, we've taken inspiration from our broker…
11 August 2023/by admin@momentum

Will covenant reforms change the insurance industry? – June 2023

Will covenant reforms change the insurance industry?
Alistair…
23 June 2023/by Dan Judson

A Clearview to Hill Climb

It's not every day you see your name in lights (or on a car!),…
18 July 2023/by admin@momentum

FCA restrictions amid AR crackdown – June 2023

FCA restrictions amid AR crackdown.
Steve Walton writes...



According…
20 June 2023/by Dan Judson

Momentum Appoints New Compliance Director

Momentum Broker Solutions, the market leading Appointed Representative…
20 June 2023/by admin@momentum

The Game of Life, Your Life – by Alistair Body

Let’s play a game. A board game, actually.

If, like me,…
6 January 2023/by Dan Judson

New Training Programme Launching Soon Following Successful Pilot

 Momentum Broker Solutions is thrilled to announce the launch…
14 June 2023/by admin@momentum

“When you partner with the right people, you see many benefits”

“When you partner with the right people, you see many benefits”
 








“When…
29 March 2023/by Sasha Goschen

101: The Cost of Starting Up

Embarking on the journey of starting your own brokerage can be…
30 May 2023/by admin@momentum

Do you have the fear of making the wrong decision? Then you may have ‘decidophobia’.

Do you have the fear of making the wrong decision? Then you may…
13 March 2023/by Sasha Goschen

There is never the perfect time to start your business, so why now?

It’s hard to deny that the last three years have been turbulent…
3 January 2023/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Post-employment covenants

Post-employment covenants
Post-employment covenants have been…
7 February 2023/by Sasha Goschen

“Taking the leap not once but twice”: Ben Woodall’s journey to starting up his own insurance brokerage

“Taking the leap not once but twice”
Ben Woodall’s journey…
24 November 2022/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Broker Q&As are back!

Starting your own insurance brokerage can be a lucrative and…
5 April 2023/by admin@momentum

Momentum Broker Solutions – 2022 Financials

Thank you for a "tremendous" year
Momentum Broker Solutions had…
3 April 2023/by admin@momentum

“When you partner with the right people, you see many benefits”

"When you partner with the right people, you see many benefits…
29 March 2023/by admin@momentum

Compliance and Audit

The Appointed Representative model is growing in popularity, but there can still be confusion regarding the division of responsibilities between the Principal and the Appointed Representative.
11 November 2022/by Sasha Goschen

Start your own business – Top tips cheat sheet

Start up businesses - Top tips cheat sheet
Are you thinking…
19 October 2022/by Kelsey O'Reilly

AR contract and client ownership – Understanding the detail

AR contract and client ownership – Understanding the detail…
4 August 2022/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Breaking the mould

There's no such thing as a 'typical broker'.
Sometimes it is…
27 February 2023/by admin@momentum

Consolidation – Fight or Flight?

Consolidation – Fight or Flight?


By Alistair Body
Business…
21 July 2022/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Top Insurance Employers 2023 award

Momentum Broker Solutions is starting 2023 on a high after receiving…
23 February 2023/by admin@momentum

How underinsurance is affecting businesses in the UK

Momentum Broker Solutions hosted a webinar and were joined by…
22 February 2023/by admin@momentum

This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with work again!

We constantly see news articles surrounding the importance of…
14 February 2023/by admin@momentum

What to consider when choosing your FCA Principal

What to consider when choosing your FCA Principal
The Appointed…
4 January 2022/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Why do start up insurance brokerages fail, or never start in the first place!

Why do start up insurance brokerages fail, or never start in…
4 January 2022/by Kelsey O'Reilly

“A team of experienced colleagues genuinely invested in my progression appealed to me the most”

“I had just finished my A Levels. All my friends had gone off…
1 February 2023/by admin@momentum

Can you run your insurance brokerage from home?

Can you run your insurance brokerage from home?
With Covid-19…
16 December 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

I knew nothing about insurance

[lab_text_autotype typed_text="
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30 January 2023/by admin@momentum

Top ten things to consider when reviewing your FCA Principal relationship

Top ten things to consider when reviewing your FCA Principal…
23 November 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Pandemic ignites UK’s strongest start-up boom in a decade

Pandemic ignites UK’s strongest start-up boom in a decade

By…
1 September 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

The Great Resignation – The Great Opportunity?

The Great Resignation – The Great Opportunity?

By Alistair…
21 June 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

The Value of Independence

The Value of Independence


By Howard Pepper
Managing Director,…
26 May 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Appointed Representatives – Are Your Principals Holding You Back?

Appointed Representatives – Are Your Principals Holding You Back? 
 

The Appointed Representative/Principal…
24 March 2021/by Dan Judson

How inflation in 2023 is affecting the general insurance market – Momentum update

Over the last three years, following a prolonged soft market…
12 January 2023/by admin@momentum

Business Guide – Company Structures

Business Guide
Company Structures

There are a number of different…
22 February 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Staff wanted at growing Momentum Broker Solutions

Momentum continues to deliver strong double-digit growth in 2022…
19 October 2022/by admin@momentum

Building the Dream

 
Why the broking sector continues to offer tremendous opportunities…
2 February 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Momentum Benefits

#MomentumMotivation

How amazing would it be to be a part of…
14 October 2022/by admin@momentum

2021 – The Challenge or the Opportunity?

2021 - The challenge or the opportunity?
Are you going to be…
14 January 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Changes: Consolidators and The New Breed of Insurance Brokerage

Changes: Consolidators and The New Breed of Insurance Brokerage
13…
12 January 2021/by Kelsey O'Reilly

We’re delighted to welcome Hayley Randall to the Broking Team

We are pleased to announce that Hayley has joined Momentum as…
20 July 2022/by admin@momentum

Market conditions 2020 – What lies ahead?

Market conditions 2020 – What lies ahead?
19 June 2020
Background
Over…
19 June 2020/by Dan Judson

We’ve expanded our team at Momentum

We are very pleased to announce that we have four new additions…
7 July 2022/by admin@momentum

Website Design Services

Website Design Services.
Here at Momentum we take marketing…
2 April 2020/by Dan Judson

Team Leader

Team Leader.
Our business is growing. And fast. Just last year,…
15 June 2022/by admin@momentum

Apprentice to ACII Qualified

Alisha recently gained her ACII qualification, so we took the…
22 October 2021/by admin@momentum

Aloma Chandiram Joins Momentum Broker Solutions as Broker Relationship Manager

We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Aloma Chandiram.…
20 October 2021/by admin@momentum

Starting a Broking Business: The First Three Steps

Starting a Broking Business: The First Three Steps
Starting your…
19 May 2021/by Sasha Goschen

Momentum Marathon Stories

We want to say a big well done to three members of our team,…
6 October 2021/by admin@momentum

2020 Vision: A Clear Path to Growth for Your Insurance Brokerage

Does your business have 2020 vision?
As a brokerage owner, it’s…
28 February 2020/by Dan Judson

We’ve expanded our broking team

We are pleased to introduce you to Hazel Butler, the newest member…
22 September 2021/by admin@momentum

Best Price vs Best Value

Best Price vs Best Value
Using price as an incentive? In our…
28 February 2020/by Dan Judson

UK Appointed Representative Sentiment Survey

UK Appointed Representative Sentiment Survey

The Appointed Representative…
17 March 2021/by Sasha Goschen

Commercial Account Handler LI ads

Commercial Account Handler.
 

Our business is growing -…
28 March 2024/by admin@momentum

A day in the life of a Momentum private client broker

A day in the life of a Momentum private client broker.
Karen…
9 October 2019/by Dan Judson

Commercial Account Handler

Commercial Account Handler.
 

Our business is continually…
11 March 2024/by admin@momentum

Thinking of becoming an Appointed Representative – beware of the small print

Thinking of becoming an Appointed Representative – beware the…
23 September 2019/by Sasha Goschen

Intellectus Insurance Brokers

Intellectus Insurance Brokers
Phil and Pete's journey so far
Phil…
27 July 2019/by Dan Judson

Broking – strength to overcome all hurdles

Broking - strength to overcome all hurdles.
The insurance broking…
27 July 2019/by Dan Judson

What is a principal firm?

What is a principal firm?


Following the FCA publication of…
23 September 2019/by Sasha Goschen

We’re delighted to introduce you to Damian and Micky

We are pleased to announce two new additions to the broking team.

Micky…
6 July 2021/by admin@momentum

The rise of the Appointed Representative

The rise of the Appointed Representative
By Howard Pepper
Managing…
23 September 2019/by Sasha Goschen

Welcome to the Team

We are pleased to announce that we have recently appointed three…
21 June 2021/by admin@momentum

A day in the life of a Momentum learning and development manager

A day in the life of a Momentum learning and development manager.
Jane…
2 October 2019/by Dan Judson

Momentum Announces 2020 Financial Results

Momentum has announced positive financial results in 2020 despite…
6 May 2021/by admin@momentum

Personal Lines – The Forgotten Value

Personal Lines - The Forgotten Value.
While Momentums partner…
26 July 2019/by Dan Judson

How to get feedback from your clients

How to get feedback from your clients.
Your clients can provide…
26 July 2019/by Dan Judson

Phishing attacks – how to identify the common types

Scammers send fake emails to thousands of people, with links to bad websites or asking for bank details and other sensitive information. Whatever your business, you will receive phishing attacks. This article contains the first steps you need to take to help you identify the most common types.
6 May 2021/by admin@momentum

Returning to work safely as COVID restrictions in Scotland are eased

As lockdown measures ease in Scotland, businesses need to remain vigilant and make sure their COVID-secure measures, as well as other health and safety measures, are in place to protect workers, visitors and others.
6 May 2021/by admin@momentum

A Day in the Life of a Compliance Officer

A Day in the Life of a Compliance Officer.
Helen Webster has…
5 October 2019/by Dan Judson

A day in the life of a Momentum finance manager

A day in the life of a Momentum finance manager.
Finance Manager…
8 October 2019/by Dan Judson

Why is my car repair so slow and expensive?

Why is my car repair so slow and expensive?
 

The motor…
25 April 2023/by Dan Judson

Podcasts

24 May 2023/by Dan Judson

Changes to car insurance

There’s so much to consider when buying a new car.
Range Rovers…
25 May 2023/by Kelsey O'Reilly

Senior Commercial Account Handler

Our business is growing - and fast - so we’re looking for a…
11 March 2024/by admin@momentum

April is Stress Awareness Month

The rate of work-related stress depression and anxiety has increased in recent years, find out six key factors to consider when looking to manage stress in the workplace.
6 April 2021/by admin@momentum

Momentum Workshop – Using LinkedIn effectively

Using live demos, we will help you to use LinkedIn more effectively…
2 February 2021/by admin@momentum

FCA Business Interruption Test Case – the judgment

The FCA has this morning published the judgment in the High Court…
17 September 2020/by admin@momentum

Momentum reports encouraging year end results

Momentum Broker Solutions, the fast-growing network for independent…
25 June 2020/by admin@momentum

How to protect your business from the disruption caused by Covid-19

As the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak begins to directly…
22 March 2020/by admin@momentum

Covid-19 – Am I Covered?

The spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus is beginning to affect…
17 March 2020/by admin@momentum

Welcome to the team Lauren and Lorraine

We’re pleased to introduce you to our two new members of the…
16 March 2020/by admin@momentum

Coronavirus and Business Interruption Insurance

It was announced on 4 March that the Government will formally…
5 March 2020/by admin@momentum

We’re delighted to introduce you to Petra, Sam and Tom

Petra Hall comes to us from Aviva with experience in all classes…
28 February 2020/by admin@momentum

Excited to introduce to you, John, Kerry and Verity.

New Year, New Recruits!

We’re delighted to introduce you…
28 February 2020/by admin@momentum

Another great year for Momentum

Another exceptional year for Momentum Broker Solutions

We're…
23 September 2019/by admin@momentum

2019 UK Broker Awards shortlisted

We are delighted to have been shortlisted for Network of the…
23 September 2019/by admin@momentum

Could you start up your own business with Momentum?

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14 February 2023/by admin@momentum

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