Jacksonville-based Brightway Insurance, a national property/casualty insurance retailer selling through a network of franchised independent agencies throughout the country, has been named Best Home Insurance Agency two consecutive years by the Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville's hometown, daily newspaper.

The newspaper held a contest where readers nominated their favorite local businesses for the Bold City Best awards and featured winners in a special section in the Oct. 14, Sunday paper.

"Thank you, Jacksonville! We're humbled and honored to be recognized again this year as the Best Home Insurance Agency," said Brightway Chairman and Co-Founder, Michael Miller. "Our strong presence and reputation in Northeast Florida has given us a platform to build our business into one of the largest personal lines agencies in the United States in just 10 years."

With 28 stores in Northeast Florida (Duval, St. Johns, Clay and Nassau counties), consumers in the region are sure to find a local Brightway Agent who can help you find the best coverage for your home, apartment, car, boat, motorcycle and much more. Brightway agencies also offer Umbrella insurance. 

Brightway began franchising operations in 2008 and is now one of the largest property and casualty agencies in the United States with more than 800 people in 21 states. Nearly 250 people work at Brightway's Home Office in Jacksonville, and more than 160 people have realized their dream of business ownership through Brightway. Click here to learn more about becoming a Brightway Franchise Owner.

Brightway is currently recruiting for its next customer service training class slated to begin Monday, Oct. 29. Click here to learn about career opportunities at Brightway.

About Brightway Insurance
Brightway Insurance is a national property/casualty insurance retailer selling through a network of franchised independent stores throughout the country. With more than $548 million in annualized written premium, the company is one of the largest personal lines agencies in the United States.

Brightway began franchising operations in 2008 and has since grown to more than 800 people in 21 states serving customers in all 50 states. Forbes has recognized the company as America's No. 1 Franchise to Buy. Additionally, the company was named a top franchise three years in a row by Entrepreneur magazine and one of the fastest-growing private companies in America nine consecutive years by Inc. 5000. People wishing to learn more about franchise ownership with Brightway may visit BrightwayDifference.com and find us on LinkedIn. Consumers seeking a better insurance buying experience may visit Brightway.com and find us on Facebook.