Kathryn Hofman
John Kent Agency-American Family Insurance
About Us
Multi-line insurance office serving 15 states, specializing in residential insurance needs for condo, home, multi-unit properties. We are very responsive to email, at jkent@amfam.com. Weekend and evening appointments are available.
How We Got Started
After attending UIC, and graduating with an MBA in marketing, I wanted to start my own insurance business on the Northside of Chicago, and Lakeview/Northcenter was the perfect place! Lincoln Ave runs at an angle, and crosses all my favorite neighborhoods!
The products and services we offer
Recommendations Received (13)
Art Dow
Art Dow B2B Consultant
Highly Recommended
"I contract with American Family agency owners, they are knowledgable professionals that not only..."
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"I contract with American Family agency owners, they are knowledgable professionals that not only sell all lines of insurance they are customer-service driven."
Elyse Glickman
Elyse Glickman
Highly Recommended
"I have followed his career from the beginning! He's one of the industry's best professionals and..."
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"I have followed his career from the beginning! He's one of the industry's best professionals and yet treats all clients as individuals."
Products & Services
American Family Insurance auto, home, commercial, recreational vehicle and boatowners policies provide primary liability protection. But, if an acc...
Do you need renters insurance? Most policies are under $100/year, and include replacement coverage for personal property, personal liability, and $...
We provide a wide variety of personal insurance policies. American Family is our primary carrier, but we have several companies to quote with, and ...
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Recommendations Given (15)
Michael Mazek
Mazek Law Group
Highly Recommended
"I recommend Mike to my insurance clients because he is very reliable and knowledgeable, always..."
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"I recommend Mike to my insurance clients because he is very reliable and knowledgeable, always finding answers and solutions. In the last few months I have referred several probate estate cases, estate planning, and real estate transactions. "
"Tracy gives her clients her complete attention and creative energy and that puts her on top! When..."
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"Tracy gives her clients her complete attention and creative energy and that puts her on top! When you need help with branding or repositioning in the marketplace, Tracy is the best! "
Recent Activity
The biggest problem we see in our industry is clients who don't have good communication with their Insurance providers. They purchased based on cost, but later when using the policy, find the coverage is inadequate. (example - Needed towing service, or didn't have enough medical coverage for...
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The biggest problem we see in our industry is clients who don't have good communication with their Insurance providers. They purchased based on cost, but later when using the policy, find the coverage is inadequate. (example - Needed towing service, or didn't have enough medical coverage for injuries) . As an insurance provider, I find asking questions and probing into what the client is all about, family, job, assets, hobbies and activities. Then I am able to show the types of coverage for those Areas of Concern. Once you've invested in listening to someone, they will invest in listening to you. Value has to be realized, so develop the relationship and the client will see the value in you.
Depends on the area, but in Chicago water damage claims are common for condos, theft claims for renters, and roof claims for homeowners.
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Depends on the area, but in Chicago water damage claims are common for condos, theft claims for renters, and roof claims for homeowners.
Yes, this is becoming a very necessary coverage, as cyber information is predominant now. American Family offers this.
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Yes, this is becoming a very necessary coverage, as cyber information is predominant now. American Family offers this.
We are constantly running into business clients who are very concerned with protecting their business from Cyber attacks or leaks. We offer cyber Liability, Data Breach and other related insurance protection for businesses, consultants and professionals who are at risk and concerned with being...
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We are constantly running into business clients who are very concerned with protecting their business from Cyber attacks or leaks. We offer cyber Liability, Data Breach and other related insurance protection for businesses, consultants and professionals who are at risk and concerned with being covered in case of unforeseen events. I have this conversation with every business owner when reviewing their commercial Insurance program.