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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, and they have 4 children. 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  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!

Michael took great care of me when signing up for supplemental insurance. He walked me through it step by step so I understood what I was getting. The whole staff was very polite. I recommend Sams/Hockaday.
T.F., Customer
No pressure...you came to me
Willard G., customer since 2015
Knowledge of services Relaxed, unhurried with no-pressure approach Business-like appearance
William N., customer since 2011
Michael has explained everything that we ask him about our supplemental insurance.
J.G., Customer
very personable, very knowledgeable, explained things thoroughly, really helped us to get what was best for us.
Mary R., customer since 2015
I appreciate the research you do for us each year on prescription plans available for our particular needs. This is an outstanding service. Thank you.
W.I., Customer
We appreciated your help in getting the right plan to fit our needs. We also like the personal service.
J.W., Customer
You did all the work to determine the best policy for us.If I attempted to do it myself,it would be a blind guess.I'm old and lazy,someone doing the work for me is appreciated.
R. B., Customer
The personal attention given to me and my wife. Taking time to make sure we understood what was available and showed us the different options and what were the best options.
R.M., Customer
I was looking for a local broker for Medicare Supplement coverage and information. The more I read, the more confusing the information became. Michael was very helpful and I was able to get coverage for less than the AARP recommended coverage. Very pleased with the initial appointment as well as the two follow-up conversations we have had. The needed coverage is in place with time to spare. Thanks Michael!
W.S., Customer
Explained all my options. Made sure I understood my options. Didn't pressure my choice. Was extra nice to my granddaughter who I had to brig with me!
W.W., Customer
You were there for us when Wagner's closed and have helped us ever since. Thank you.
M.S., Customer
I have already recommended you, Michael, and your firm to two of my friends!
Rosemary R., customer since 2015
My situation in a bit different - I am taking care of my mom's affairs and had NO idea how to choose supplemental insurance for her; especially because of her needs. Michael laid out all of the options for me and talked to me with words I could actually understand (no insurance jargon) and answered all of my questions. He told me what to expect each step of the way. Michael took this daunting task off my shoulders and really helped me.
G.P., Customer
Michael Sams went the "extra mile" to help with our decision. He went over all our options and made sure we understood everything. He made it easy to follow up with a call or text and we never once felt like we were bothering him with all the questions we had. It was hard decision that he made so easy. Would highly recommend Sams/Hockaday to anyone!
R.S., Customer
Knowledgeable and variety of plans to choose from.
D.T., Customer
always makes you feel at ease never pushy, friendly, good advice
S.R., Customer
I was shown abundant kindness. I received so much info in the mail about Medicare that I was overwhelmed. Michael made it seem simple and I left the office knowing everything would be alright.
B.S., Customer
Totally satisfied. You were a big help to us.
M.R., Customer
good frienly service,on the ball,just good people,,
Blaine A., customer since 2011
Great contact flexibility, detail of answers provided.
W.S., Customer
Appointment times are always kept. Service is at the highest level possible. So delighted you are our agent.
N. W., Customer
It gives Kris and I peace of mind knowing that you will keep us informed as to witch insurance is best for us. Thank You
D.B., Customer
You and your team have helped us wade through all the Medicare/Medicaid paperwork with great ease and satisfaction and worked hard trying to find this best and most cost effective solutions. Always a pleasure working with you all. Thanks.
H.F., Customer
Their selection of plans that meet my needs have saved me money. They handle paperwork for reimbursement from my former employer
J. F., Customer
you checking each year for best deal so I don't have to
Larry B., customer since 2011
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.
Landell A., customer since 2014
Michael Sam's has always been very accommodating to my schedule. He explains things so I can understand. He answers all my questions whether in person or text. I have recommended Michael to several of my clients/friends. Very pleased with his services.
C.S., 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
Entering into the medicare system was overwhelming. Michael helped us navigate the labyrinth with good humor and generosity. He was always available to answer our many questions and he never made us feel like we were imposing on his time. He found us the perfect policies to meet our insurance needs. A great person to work with - knowledgable and a really nice guy.
M. C., 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
Personalized, friendly and efficient service!
J.B., 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
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
So far it's been great but then I have had no claims etc. thank for the email.
A.B., Customer
Explanes everything in detail & language I can understand & explaines it as many times as I need to understand
C.S., 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
Available when I tried 2 contact you!And resolve issues!
M.W., Customer
excellent presentation and follow up. Felt that my questions were answered.
R.W., Customer
Worked with me to find the best insurance for my needs. Great customer service.
D.B., Customer
Friendly, specific and helpful.
L. S., Customer
I am very happy with the personal service
James Q., customer since 2011
Going on Medicare, needing supplemental insurance & a prescription plan can be overwhelming but Michael is sooo knowledgeable, the process was very easy. Michael is such a good & trustworthy man. Thanks to all for making this process easy, answering questions, explaining all options & recommending what was best for me. I also sent my sister to you & she was so impressed also. Thanks again.
C.D., Customer
Your willingness to help when we get a bill from the doctor or medical field person or medicare worker.
A.W., 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
everyone was friendly and helpful
B.B., Customer
Michael is very knowledgeable and explains things well. Keeps us on track!!!
Customer since 2013
I appreciate the fact that you contacted me with the offer to improve the interest on our savings, otherwise we would still be collecting the miserably low rates we were receiving.
Customer since 2013
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
Friendly and very knowledgeable. Extremely helpful in explaining options available.. Good follow through.
M.P., Customer
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