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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!

Answered questions so we could understand. Made sure we understood the program thoroughly. Worked to make visits convienet for both .
J.F., Customer
Being overwhelmed with so much to choose from, Mr. Sams did a remarkable job. And the best part is it didn't cost an arm and a leg.
B.S., Customer
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
I was very happy with Michael Sams. I wasn't sure what to expect when starting Medicare but he made it simple with his guidance. Thanks so much!
K.J., Customer
It was a relief not to worry if the paper work was done correctly or not. You answered and verified with me that which I was't sure of.
R.B., Customer
You've always given us great advice paying attention to the details of our lives as well as the regulations. We've recommended you to three friends.
M.C., Customer
Listens to my questions, and always takes the time to explore my best options.
J. H., Customer
What we like is you can always talk with real person! If you leave a message they always get back with you! There are lots of folks selling ins. but customer service is what keeps customers coming back ! Michael does an outstanding job on service!
D.W., Customer
everyone was friendly and helpful
B.B., Customer
We don't know which insurance co. is the best for our situation, and you get our medical information and recomend the best co. at the best price for us. That has been very important to my wife and I, and we have been very happy with your service.
D. B., Customer
very personable, very knowledgeable, explained things thoroughly, really helped us to get what was best for us.
Mary R., customer since 2015
Totally satisfied. You were a big help to us.
M.R., Customer
you look for the best for us.
Pamela D., customer since 2014
Medicare plans, supplemental insurance, & prescription plans can be overwhelming but Michael explained it all to us and made sure we understood our options. Michael is always available for any questions we may have and answers calls promptly. Also once a year he contacts us so we can review our prescription plan. It's a blessing to know you're in the best of hands with Michael (Sams/Hockaday Insurance). Thank You Michael!
C.D., Customer
Your agency has gone the extra mile in finding the best solutions that meet our need. Everyone in the office is a pleasure to know and work with.
H.F., Customer
Answered my questions before I knew what questions to ask, and answered any more that I had. No pressure presentation. Very personable. Even answered questions regarding a friend, so I could help her in decisions. Thank you Michael for your time, and your knowledge.
L. H., Customer
Michael's knowledge of Medicare is exceptional. There is so much more to know than we expected and he did an awesome job of presenting and explaining our options.
D.B., Customer
I have already referred friends to you. We value your knowledge of the Medicare process. You helped us understand our options and navigate the system.
D.B., Customer
Michael takes good care of us and keeps us up to date on any changes needed.
J. M., Customer
The company that I retired from uses a firm to provide health and drug insurance. The plans offered by this firm are limited and more expensive than those carried by Sams/Hockaday. Also Sams/Hockaday helps me to apply for my insurance reimbursement. Joyce is great!
J.F., Customer
I feel we got a good deal and you are easy and friendly to work with. i
Robert R., customer since 2015
Your service is great. Always available to answer questions or give advice.
Judith B., customer since 2014
On time had info ready! You know we were looking for price value! By changing to plan G was able to take care of both! Was nice to meet Taylor face to face now we can put a face with voice ! Again thanks for your help!
D.W., Customer
Explanes everything in detail & language I can understand & explaines it as many times as I need to understand
C.S., Customer
Always returned my calls and walked me through the entire process. You made it very easy and answered all my questions.
J.J., Customer
Provided me with a good supplement insurance with a low monthly rate.
J.T., Customer
Love Michael Sams honesty and his sincer help he has provided me..
R.T., Customer
good frienly service,on the ball,just good people,,
Blaine A., customer since 2011
My wife and I very much appreciate the friendly support and service provided by Michael as he navigated us through Medicare decisions.
R.T., Customer
We think Michael Sams is the best and most interested insurance agent we have ever had. He cares about his customers.
Donald B., customer since 2007
Professionalism, courteous and knowing exactly how to meet my needs. Also knowing that you and your staff are only a phone call away with all the answers and help that I need. Plus you saved me money. :)
D.W., Customer
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
I need to know who my agent is since Dianne is retired.
B.T., Customer
My wife and I want to say that we think the world of our agent, Michael Sams. First of all we thoroughly trust Michael and we feel safe in his guidance on what companies we should go with when it is time to change companies for our coverage for our Medicare supplement plans. He makes sure to find the best plans considering the amount we pay monthly plus the best coverage. He is great and we thank God that we found him!
T.T., Customer
it was great the way all my options were so readily available for me to see and compare. Your system is so easy to understand and you are so helpful. Insurance is a very complicated process for most of us under the best of circumstances. At retirement, it is even worse. You made it seem easy. Thank you.
C.C., Customer
It's very comforting to me knowing that Michael will search out the best Medicare supplement for me, and I don't have to worry about it.
N.B., Customer
The Sams Hockaday folks are easy to work with and they save me money. They take care of all of the paperwork.
J.F., Customer
You were very helpful in finding a much better rate on my prescription insurance.
S. P., Customer
Personalized, friendly and efficient service!
J.B., Customer
Michael answered all our questions about supplements for Medicare insurance the first visit. He found us reasonable rates for a RX and a supplement and gave easy to understand explanations of the policies. He responded to our phone calls in a timely fashion, and scheduled our meetings promptly and at our convenience.
S.B., Customer
The entire team is wonderful. Michael is very professional and Is always available when needed. The expertise and guidance with my financial planning has been exceptional. I highly recommend Sams Hockaday and Associates
M.B., Customer
Great contact flexibility, detail of answers provided.
W.S., Customer
excellent explanation of benefits and options available
Customer since 2015
Michael, when Sherry and I come in for an appointment we seldom have more than a 3 or 4 minute wait until we see you. You are always thorough on your answers and explain why. I had an issue with my Firestone insurance when I switched over to part d. You helped guide me thru until it was resolved. We appreciated that.
H.S., Customer
It is helpful every year to know we are getting the best deal on prescription drugs and the best rates on our supplement insurance.
J.O., Customer
Always been pleased with resuts when dealing with Michael. He does his best.
M. S., Customer
I felt that my best interests were the driving force in the information provided to me. The level of knowledge & caring shown by everyone in the firm made me feel very secure in my decisions.
J. I., Customer
Michael, you make it personal. When I first visited with you, you told me you were going to get me the policy that you had for your mother. I also like the way that you check on the premiums and try to keep mine as low as possible since I'm on a very limited income. Just this evening I recommended you to my brother. He is retiring this week (at 62), but I told him when he was ready for Medicare to come see you!!!
R.R., Customer
I feel like you are looking out for my best interests, when it comes to which insurance co. I go with. I like the fact that you review our insurance with us each year.
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
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