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By Gregory Boop, About.com

Definition: One who represents an insured in solicitation, negotiation, or procurement of contracts of insurance, and who has a duty to the insured to match the insureds insurance needs with proper insurance products.
Examples:
A health insurance broker works to match applicants with a health insurance company or plan best matched to their needs.
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