Welcome to Better Agency! Follow these step-by-step instructions to set up your account and ensure everything is ready to get started.
Video Walkthrough (Steps 1 - 5):
Step 1: Edit Your Agency Information
- Click your name in the upper-right corner of the dashboard.
- Select Edit Agency from the dropdown menu.
- Confirm and update your agency details:
- Company Name
- Street Address
- Time Zone
- Calendly Link (if applicable)
- Upload your agency logo:
- Click Choose Logo, select your file, and upload.
- Once all details are updated, click Update to save changes.
Step 2: Customize Agency Settings
- Navigate to the Customizations tab.
- Set your agency’s Annual Premium Goal:
- Enter the amount of new business you want to write in the next 12 months.
- Enable Commercial Policies if your agency handles commercial lines:
- Check the box if applicable.
- Add your Video Proposal Link:
- If using quote or proposal tools like Better Agency’s QuoteVids, enter the default link here.
- If unsure, contact support for assistance.
- Scroll down and click Update to save these settings.
Step 3: Sync Google My Business
- Click Sync Google My Business.
- Sign in to your Google My Business account and follow the prompts to connect.
- Once synced, the link will automatically appear in your settings.
- This integration supports automated Google review campaigns.
Step 4: Set Your Service Email
- Add your Service Email:
- Enter the email address where clients can send inquiries.
- Click Sync Email:
- Emails received at this address will create tickets in the Service Center pipeline for streamlined tracking.
Step 5: Renewal Communication Settings
- Adjust the renewal communication timeline:
- By default, this is set to 60 days before renewal and will increase rates by 10% as renewals approach.
- Choose the trigger policy for renewal notifications:
- Default is set to Contact Early, but you can modify this based on your preferences.
- Once complete, click Update to save your changes.
Video Walkthrough (Step 6):
Step 6: TCR Compliance Setup
TCR (The Campaign Registry) compliance is necessary for registering the phone number you use for business texting.
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Access TCR Registration:
- Click your name in the upper-right corner and select Edit Agency.
- Go to the TCR Registration tab.
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Submit Brand Information:
- Fill out the form with details such as:
- Agency Name
- EIN (Employer Identification Number)
- Business Type
- Use the pre-built description provided or edit it to accurately reflect your practices (e.g., opt-out methods, verbal consent collection).
- Fill out the form with details such as:
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Agree to the Fee:
- A one-time $20 fee will be charged to your account to register with The Campaign Registry.
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Submit for Approval:
- Click Submit to begin the brand approval process.
- Brand approval typically takes 1–2 days. After that, individual account registration takes an additional 1–2 days.
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Start Texting:
- Once approved, you can begin texting directly from the Better Agency platform.
By completing these steps, your Better Agency account will be fully set up and TCR-compliant, ensuring a smooth and professional texting experience.