Cindy Hampton, Cathy Jonson, John Yeager, Chelsea Paredes, Debbie Castillo and Kylie Reising
WYLIE INSURANCE AGENCY
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bout 123 years ago, Wylie Insurance Agency opened its doors. The company was founded in 1898 and its ownership reads like a “Who’s Who” of Wylie history with names like Housewright, Gallagher and Smith. John Yeager purchased the agency in 1973. “We’re the oldest business in Wylie,” Yeager said. “That’s special, I think. It means we’ve been doing something right, taking care of our customers.” The business has had several locations – from a home-based business to a hardware store to downtown storefront space to bank offices to its current standalone building at 201 Calloway. The company has been at the Calloway location since 1985. Wylie Insurance Agency is an independent insurance agency. An independent insurance agency can offer its customers a choice when it comes to insurance companies and insurance options. “We represent our customer and not the insurance company,” Yeager said. “Many agents only represent a single company and cannot offer alternatives. We are
not employees of the insurance company. You are our client and we will do what is in your best interest.” Every type of insurance – from auto to life to business to homeowners – can be found at Wylie Insurance. The companies represented are all A rated for financial strength and service. Some of the property casualty companies represented include Travelers, Safeco, State Auto, Kemper, Progressive and Foremost. Lifehealth companies include Blue Cross, Aetna, United Healthcare, Humana and Cigna. Providing the best service possible to the people of the Wylie community and the surrounding area is important, Yeager said. Primarily serving Wylie and the surrounding area, Wylie Insurance Agency can also provide services for the DFW Metroplex and the entire state. “I like getting to know the customers and their families,” he said. “They aren’t just numbers, they are friends of mine. We develop personal relationships. They aren’t just policies.” Yeager holds the Certified Insurance Counselor professional designation. The agency staff is all licensed insurance professionals. They complete many
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