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Michael Sams

Insurance Agent

Sams/Hockaday & Associates

122 W. Prairie Avenue, Suite 201
Decatur, IL 62523

Phone:

217-423-8000

Mobile:

217-972-7647

Michael Sams was born and raised in Decatur, IL. He grew up playing baseball and basketball, and went to Mt. Zion high school, where he rode a horse as the mascot for the Braves football team for 8 yrs. Michael earned a Division 1 scholarship to play basketball in college. He graduated from Millikin University in 2007.

Michael married his wife Jill in Sept of 2007. They have 3 children with number 4 on the way! They live on a horse farm where they raise and train horses as a hobby. He loves to trail ride at home and in the Shawnee National forest.

Michael became an agent with Sams/Hockaday in August of 2005 and has been helping seniors with health and life related products ever since.

Medicare & Retirement Planning Seminars at the Sams Ranch

Are you entering into the world of Medicare and retirement? Saddle up – this one’s for you!

Medicare is confusing for almost everyone Michael talks to. Some people educate themselves for years and still can’t wrap their head around Medicare Part D drug plans. There are 26+ choices and the ever-mysterious penalties that are based on the “national base beneficiary premium” which just so happens to change every year…

It’s confusing. That’s why for the first time, Michael is offering a free, 1-hour seminar at his brand new family ranch. He is very proud of what he's built there and can’t wait to share it with the community. Even if you think you’ve got it all figured out, use this seminar as an excuse to visit the beautiful Sams Ranch!

On the first Tuesday of every month at 6pm starting in August 2020, you’re invited to come on out to shovel out the manure of Medicare! (Just kidding, no physical effort required!)

✓ Bring your spouse

✓ One hour long

✓ No sales pitch – this seminar is educational only!

✓ He'll be covering Medicare and retirement planning in plain language

Michael has been focused on serving our central IL community for over 15 years and would be honored if you’d attend this educational seminar.

There will be a hand sanitizer station at the entrance and face masks are optional.

There are a limited number of seats at each seminar, so please save your seat here: https://www.samshockaday.com/lp/retirement-planning-seminar-at-sams-ranch

4150 Sandcreek Road, Decatur, IL 62521

Schedule Your Appointment

NOTE: If Michael is your agent and you can't find a time on Michael's calendar, please do NOT choose a different agent to meet with, as this will complicate and slow down your enrollment.

Please call our office if you run into scheduling issues.


Here's what Michael's clients say!

So far it's been great but then I have had no claims etc. thank for the email.
A.B., Customer
I did send my sister Connie Harrold to you and you helped her husband with a saving policy
M. C., Customer
Made us feel very comfortable and after the meeting we felt very well informed. We had many questions answered. We left very satisfied when we left.
R.M., Customer
Friendly and very knowledgeable. Extremely helpful in explaining options available.. Good follow through.
M.P., Customer
You are very good at keeping us informed as to which plan is best for us and why. As far as I'm concerned, you are the go to guy when it comes to insurance. If I had cash to invest I would go to you with that also because of your honesty and not pressuring us. I definitely rate you a 10.
L.A., Customer
prompt response to any concerns with correct and accurate information. come see me sometime when you are in Trilla.
W.N., Customer
Good communication and follow through....Thank you very much..
T.J., Customer
You have provided me with good service and have recommended me to some good supplemental insurance programs at a reasonable price. The customer service at the office when I call in has been always been courteous and they can usually answer any questions I may have.
P. B., Customer
Michael was so easy to talk with and I have referred several people to him
B.S., Customer
Helping each year with Plan D recommendations and keeping us abreast of Retirement options
R.B., Customer
Knowledge of services Relaxed, unhurried with no-pressure approach Business-like appearance
William N., customer since 2011
We appreciate the continued service of our account.
B.F., Customer
Everyone is very friendly and willing to help, but I do hope that the agents get a little more aggressive about getting Letters of Coverage for clients and I could have used a little more help with dealing with One Exchange, although Taylor and Joyce were helpful. Thank you, Pamela Cox
P.C., Customer
Mike and I set a appt. and he was on time and had everything ready to show me, the differences in supplemental insurance. He explained it well, and that is why I am with Sams/Hockaday.
J.M., Customer
Michael does out standing job helping us get through the land mine health care systems we have to deal with! When we have questions and call Michael ALWAYS gets back with you! Has helped save us money on our cost! You are in good hands when dealing with Michael Sams!
D.W., Customer
Knowledgeable and variety of plans to choose from.
D.T., Customer
Michael is very knowledgeable regarding advantages of one policy over another making it easy for me to know where my best buys are for insurance. Saves me time and money not having to try to figure out the differences from one policy to another.
L. A., Customer
Michael sorted through all the plans and found the best one for me. He answered all my questions, of which there were many!
T.D., Customer
You always watch for a better program to save me money and be sufficient for my needs. It has always turned out to be better then the previous one.. Thanks Michael Sams I can trust you.
R.R., Customer
Michael is very personable, knowledgeable, and makes confusing information understandable. We highly recommend his assistance whenever you need help with your Medicare questions and options.
L.S., Customer
One on one contact rather than talking to a robot on the phone. Knowledge of insurance plans and help when its needed.
L.H., Customer
When I call with a question regarding my insurance there is always a cordial reply on your end. If the gals need to have Michael call me he does so in a timely manner. I would most certainly recommend this insurance agency. E Kay Thames
Customer since 2007
I've been the one to read on information as it pertain to us at our ages.So when Robert had to take social security early.We were at a lost as to what steps to take for medicare. Mike was a referral and I thank God for that.He put us on track.( I doubt I could of comprehended what to do within our time frame)
R.B., Customer
We especially appreciate your help with finding the right drug plans for us. It seems somewhat complicated for us. Thank you.
J.O., Customer
You meet my wife and I in Effingham and explained all the options. Unlike other insurance companies that just flooded us with junk mail. We enjoyed listening to your presentation and explaining how supplement insurance works.
Ronald R., customer since 2015
Michael Sams is the perfect agent. Represents the companies perfectly and perfectly represents us. A perfect relationship.
S.F., Customer
I am very happy with the personal service
James Q., customer since 2011
Michael Sams is an excellent agent! He is very patient and knowledgeable in all aspects of senior age concerns. I recommend to everyone that he explains insurance in the easiest way possible!
B.S., Customer
Great customer service, great rates!
L.K., Customer
I wouldn't be able to determine the best policy to help with the prescription costs. Each year you do it for us which is a tremendous help for confused old people.
Robert B., customer since 2011
You make me feel as though you really care about getting me the best coverage at the best price. I appreciate the fact that you call me when a policy increases and you know of one with the same coverage or better at a lower price. Thanks Micheal
R.R., Customer
Michael always makes time to answer my questions (keeping in mind my lack of good understanding of insurance) and helps me make the best decisions of what works best for me. Very knowledgable and patient.
Joyce H., customer since 2011
good explanations of ins. when I have questions I always get a prompt reply.
R.W., Customer
I am always kept informed and feel that if I want to make changes Michael will have the knowledge and expertise to help me. When I signed up for Medicare, Michael made it so much easier than I thought it would be!
C.B., Customer
We've been treated like we are family. Michael seems to care about our needs and has given us suggestions on older policies that we can change to benefit down the road.
R.B., Customer
My primary reason for asking Michael for help was the personal trust I had in him as an agent and person. He never talked down to me about about insurance matters. I left feeling that Michael had answered and would answer any questions that I had.
G.B., Customer
Michael, I would say you were very professional in explaining to me all my options, and did so in a very relaxed atmosphere without any undue pressure. Basically, I believe you were genuinely concerned with my personal needs.
J.D., Customer
Appointment times are always kept. Service is at the highest level possible. So delighted you are our agent.
N. W., Customer
Personal service. Makes sure we are getting the best possible coverage and rate. We like dealing with Michael. Very nice young man.
D.T., Customer
Available when I tried 2 contact you!And resolve issues!
M.W., Customer
Sure appreciate you being there when insurance matters get confusing and hard to understand. When I need direction I call Mike Sams.
W.H., Customer
The thing I like most about Michael is that you come out to my home to answer any of my questions. I'm a senior and its difficult for me to get around.
Customer since 2006
We both trust you Michael because you are a Christian. This means so very much to us as we tend to try to always give our business to the family of God as it helps both parties.
D.T., Customer
Knowledgeable and friendly. Always making sure I understand everything.
L.H., Customer
I have a genuine feeling that you are sincere in wanting to help others to get their needs met, not just wanting to sell insurance. I have had that experience, but feel like your agency is not one of them.
Loretta B., customer since 2015
Looked and asked for references for a Medicare Supplement agent who will look for me needs rather than the needs of a particular supplement company. Sams, Hockaday and Assoc. were recommended and it worked brilliantly for us. Thanks.
K.L., Customer
Treated us with kindness and respect. Answered all are questions and go us a insurance at a much lower cost than what we were paying.
J.T., Customer
Very personal effort to bring about customer satisfaction. Friendly, courteous office staff.
R.B., Customer
You've always found a company that fits my prescription needs and with great savings too. Our questions are answered without us having to wait for a callback. Thank you for being very knowledgeable in your field.
C.K., Customer
No pressure...you came to me
Willard G., customer since 2015
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