Mark Hess

With summer in full swing across the Valley, many families are spending more time traveling, enjoying community events, and making memories together. It's also a great opportunity to review your auto, home, life, and business coverage to ensure it keeps pace with your goals. We believe insurance should be personal, easy to understand, and centered around protecting the people and things you care about most.

I’ve been proudly serving our community as a State Farm agent since 2008. Our office is in North Phoenix, and my team and I serve customers throughout Anthem, Tramonto, Norterra, Happy Valley, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Peoria, Glendale, Surprise and surrounding areas.

I’m originally from California, but Phoenix has become home. I graduated from Arizona State University, and my wife and I have two energetic boys. Outside the office, you can often find me coaching our youth basketball team or enjoying the restaurants and events around the Valley.

Giving back and helping young people in our community is especially meaningful to me. I’m also a member of NAIFA, and my team’s work has been recognized through Ambassador Club, Honor Club, Senior Vice President’s Club and Chairman Circle qualifications.

At the Mark Hess Insurance Agency, we focus on making insurance personal and easy to understand. With more than 70 years of combined insurance experience, our team helps customers with auto, homeowners, renters, condo, personal articles, business, life, health and pet insurance. We take the time to explain coverage options and personalize them around each customer’s individual needs.

Our team also understands what it’s like to relocate to Arizona because some of our team members have moved here from another state. We know a move can come with a lot of questions, so we’re happy to help with insurance needs and share what we know about the Valley along the way. We’re available in person, by phone and by email, and you can call or text us 24 hours a day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How can I compare auto insurance quotes?

A: Getting car insurance quotes is simple—you can start online, over the phone, or by working with a local agent. Quotes are typically based on factors like your vehicle, driving history, and coverage preferences, helping you explore options that fit your needs. Serving Phoenix and the surrounding area, our team can help answer all of your questions.

Q: How soon can I get insurance for my car?

A: In some cases, car insurance coverage can begin the same day you purchase a policy. The timing may vary depending on your situation. We can help you get coverage quickly when you need it. We can answer your questions and walk you through your options.

Q: What are the insurance requirements on a leased car?

A: If you're leasing a vehicle, the requirements are usually a bit higher than standard coverage. In most cases, you'll need liability, comprehensive, and collision coverage, and the leasing company may need to be listed on your policy. We're always happy to walk you through exactly what's needed and find coverage that fits.

Q: Do you need to carry insurance on your home?

A: Homeowners insurance requirements can vary depending on your state and situation, but most lenders will require it if you have home financing. Even when it's not required, many homeowners choose to carry coverage to help protect their home and financial well-being from unexpected events. We can discuss all of the options with you and find what works for your budget.

Q: What's included in renters insurance coverage?

A: Renters insurance can help cover your personal belongings, personal liability, and additional living expenses if your rental becomes uninhabitable due to a covered loss. Our team can help you understand the coverage and answer questions about your options.

Q: How does life insurance work at a basic level?

A: Life insurance helps provide financial support to your beneficiaries and can help cover expenses like debts, living costs, or future needs. We can look at options to fit any budget.