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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!

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
I feel the information I received was thorough and what I needed. Michael worked with me to find out what I wanted and did his best to accommodate me. I am very satisfied with the plans I have.
G.B., Customer
Helping each year with Plan D recommendations and keeping us abreast of Retirement options
R.B., Customer
We appreciated your help in getting the right plan to fit our needs. We also like the personal service.
J.W., 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
No pressure...you came to me
Willard G., customer since 2015
Melody and I were just telling my sister and brother-in-law about Sams/Hockaday last week. My sister was pretty frustrated with the whole Medicare process. We explained to her how you took the frustration out of not only understanding the Medicare process, but in making good decisions for supplemental coverage.
R.T., 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
We have absolutely not worries when we have Sams/Hockaday taking care of our insurance needs. We are very busy and they always have our needs in their priority.
S.F., Customer
Took time to come to our home and explain to us about the different coverages and suggested what would work best for us. Saved us money and set up payment process. Office personnel have always been courteous and provide information upon request.
J.T., Customer
I know that anytime I have a question or concern, you are only a phone call or email away! You don't know what piece of mind this gives me. I appreciate you and your staff for taking such good care your customers!
N.H., Customer
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
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
Good communication and follow through....Thank you very much..
T.J., Customer
Michael did an excellent job finding my husband and me the right insurance for us. He is very personable and professional.
L.H., Customer
You explained my choices regarding Medicare, as many times as I needed you to, until I understood my options. I like knowing that you are there, if I have any questions.
C. S., Customer
we like the personal touch
L.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
good frienly service,on the ball,just good people,,
Blaine A., customer since 2011
We like the caring, individual help we get with you.
Customer since 2015
So far it's been great but then I have had no claims etc. thank for the email.
A.B., 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
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
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
I really appreciate the help you give me with Part D.
J.O., Customer
Michael Sams understands our needs and financial abilities. He found plans that helped us. We trust his knowledge and trust his integrity.
Patricia A., customer since 2011
Prompt attention and warm friendly service by each person I came in contact with, made my contact with Sams Hockaday especially meaningful!
Rita B., customer since 2015
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
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
A lot of complicated information was explained in a clear and concise manner. Michael was open to any questions I had and took time to answer them. Thank you.
Customer since 2015
Friendly and very knowledgeable. Extremely helpful in explaining options available.. Good follow through.
M.P., 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
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
you look for the best for us.
Pamela D., customer since 2014
Just personal attention to the smallest details.
R.B., Customer
always makes you feel at ease never pushy, friendly, good advice
S.R., 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
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
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
I got some valuable help from you when I did not know very much about what i was doing. You helped make my process so much easier and more understandable.
J.H., Customer
Knowledge of services Relaxed, unhurried with no-pressure approach Business-like appearance
William N., customer since 2011
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
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
Very nice to have a "person" not a robot machine to talk to and is sincerely interested in selecting insurance to fit my needs, answer questions and get problems resolved.
Walter H., customer since 2011
Well prepared. Friendly. Saved us money in insurance. Easy location to get to. overall impressed. Looking forward to working with him in the future. Prompt in returning calls.
Norman R., customer since 2015
Michael Sams is always proactive in getting the best plans for me for Medicare supplements and Medicare part D drug Thank you
J.B., 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
Their selection of plans that meet my needs have saved me money. They handle paperwork for reimbursement from my former employer
J. F., 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
Always been pleased with resuts when dealing with Michael. He does his best.
M. S., Customer
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