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Why do I need to comply with HMI's insurance requirements in order to receive work?
There are two reasons to comply with the insurance requirements: First, proper insurance coverage protects your company, employees and HMI. Second, most of HMI's customers require that their vendors have sufficient coverage.
How does HMI market the services of its Members to its clients?
HMI markets its network as a whole to its customers. Having a national network of quality tree care companies allows HMI to secure work from national insurers. HMI spends most of our marketing budget promoting our AM network.
What kind of referral activity should an HMI Member expect?
This depends on several factors such as the weather and where our clients do business. Some members may not get work for months and then receive multiple assignments due to a storm or other loss event.
When a Member receives an assignment from HMI who "owns" the client?
If HMI refers the work to you (as opposed to being the client) then, you own the client and you should sell your services and work as you would with any other customer. It is our hope that the referred client becomes a long term customer for you.
When do Members get paid for work assigned by HMI?
If HMI hires you directly then you will be paid upon completion of the work. When a property owner hires you directly it may take 2-4 weeks to get paid by the insurance company as the claim is processed. | 
