How Much Commission Does A Life Insurance Agent Make On A Policy? 
This is a great question . The answer is simple . Brokers/agent 's get paid a percentage of the premium you pay . That percentage varies depending on the type of life insurance and how that particular broker/agent is set up with an insurance company . For term insurance , a 20-30 year term can pay a broker/agent upwards to 120 % while a 10-15 will be lower . Permanent insurance such as Whole Life & Universal Life may pay the same as term or much lower , again depending on the company . Keep in mind that insurance companies do not start making a profit until about the 14th month or so . If you have more specific questions , do mot hesitate to ask . 