State Farm® Insurance Agent Michael Smith
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What our customers say about us...
J T
June 8, 2026
"Scheduled an appointment with State Farm Representative Jared Benak within the Michael Smith State Farm office in Kalkaska. Jared met with my wife and I on time and with a smile. Jared's knowledge of the current insurance market and nuances regarding homeowners, vehicle and umbrella policies is well-versed and thorough. Jared has a relaxed and professional conversational style which we found very easy to engage with during the initial and followup meetings. Jared was not trying to "sell" us on any specific product. Through a detailed question and answer session, Jared was able to provide us a solid pathway to appropriate insurance coverage levels while being mindful of costs. Appreciate Jared's interest and dedication to his profession and to the customers he works with. Glad we made the call."
"Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We’re glad to hear that Jared met you and your wife on time, with a friendly, professional attitude, and that his knowledge of the insurance market and policy nuances was helpful. We also appreciate your note about the conversational, no-pressure approach—our goal is always to walk customers through the details, answer questions thoroughly, and help them find coverage that fits their needs and budget. We’re very pleased you made the call and chose State Farm. Thanks again for your kind words!"
Lisa
June 5, 2026
"Best Customer Service I've had yet. Thanks, Jared"
"Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you experienced great customer service—especially with Jared. We really appreciate your business, and thanks again!"
Notorious Gamer
June 5, 2026
"Jared was very helpful and concise great experience!"
"Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re glad to hear Jared was helpful and kept things clear and concise—great communication makes a big difference. We truly appreciate your business and hope to help again anytime."
Jairo Zamora
June 5, 2026
"Jared was honestly a blast to talk to. He really understood my needs to switch insurance and wanting to save money. I am paying currently $250-270 with Progressive and that’s just with auto insurance. Now with Jared’s help I am paying $60 bucks less AND have additional benefits that I didn’t have before. So thank you very much, you’ve helped out a great deal!"
"Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re thrilled to hear Jared was able to really listen to your needs and help you make a smart switch that saved you money. Congratulations on lowering your auto premium by $60 and gaining additional benefits—you definitely made a great move. We truly appreciate your business and your feedback, and we’re here anytime you need help with your insurance needs."
kurtis stanichuk
June 3, 2026
"Great employees"
"Thanks so much for the fantastic rating, Kurtis! We are so glad you had a positive experience with us here on State Farm Agent Michael Smith’s Team. If there is anything we can do for you in the future, just give us a shout! "
Scotty Miller
June 1, 2026
"Jarod was excellent.. worked hard to get the best coverage for the price. Highly recommend"
"Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled to hear Jared was able to help you find the best coverage for the price. Your recommendation means a lot—if you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out."
Sabreena Rain
May 30, 2026
"Hands-down, I can’t say enough on how helpful Jared was With me, switching car insurance is from a different state to Michigan. He made the process easy and smooth. He’s very knowledgeable and effective so I have full trust in him moving forward if I have any questions and I recommend anybody to have the pleasure of meeting Jared and doing business with him."
"Hi! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear Jared made your out-of-state car insurance switch to Michigan feel easy and smooth. It means a lot that you felt confident in his knowledge and service—our team truly appreciates your trust in our State Farm office. We’ll be here anytime you have questions, and we’re grateful for your recommendation!"
Lauren Brooks
May 30, 2026
"Jared was very helpful and nice ! He helped me find the most affordable quote and made sure all of our bases for coverage was covered . Thanks again Jared ! - Lauren Kidd"
"Hi Lauren! Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re glad Jared was helpful and took the time to find you the most affordable quote while making sure you were covered in all the right ways. We really appreciate your trust in our State Farm team—thanks again!"
Lisa Reichert
May 28, 2026
"Jared was very informative, polite,and funny. I was having a very bad day do to a laps in m my policy and he went above and beyond to make it all work and at a cheep rate to boot... I will recommend him to anyone"
"Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m really happy to hear that Jared was able to help you out, especially on a day that started off so rough. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience—your recommendation means a lot. If you ever need anything in the future, we’ll be here to help."
Sheila Pollard
May 27, 2026
"Jared was more than helpful. He took his time helping me explaining things and making sure everything was done correctly asking questions and was most polite and courteous. He deserves a good raise. I highly recommend Stare Farm. Thankyou Jared 🥰"
"Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Jared went above and beyond to help you—taking his time, explaining things clearly, making sure everything was done correctly, and staying polite and courteous throughout. We truly appreciate your kind words, and we’re grateful for your recommendation of State Farm. Thank you again, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with Jared!"
Angela Ragland
May 18, 2026
"We worked with Jared and he was fantastic! Easy and quick, helped us get the best rates possible. Highly recommend!"
"Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Jared provided you with excellent service and helped secure the best rates. Your recommendation means a lot to us! If you need anything else, don’t hesitate to reach out."
Charlie Johnston
May 14, 2026
"Jared helped me save a lot of money on both my auto and home insurance. He was very careful and took time to make sure my coverages would be the same or better than my existing ones."
"Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Jared was able to help you save money on both your auto and home insurance while ensuring your coverage met or exceeded your expectations. We appreciate your trust and are always here to help with any of your insurance needs in the future!"
joseph simmons
May 8, 2026
"Got me through the process quick and easy"
"We're glad we could provide you with a smooth and efficient insurance experience. At our State Farm office, we strive to make coverage and claims as straightforward as possible, so you can have peace of mind. If you have any questions about your policy or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out!"
Daphne N. Petitjean
May 7, 2026
"Michael Smith was willing to go the extra mile in finding the best policy for my personal needs. Highly recommend!"
"Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that we went the extra mile to find the best policy tailored to your needs. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're here to help anytime you need."
Shanice Williams
May 6, 2026
"Ryan’s customer service is exceptional. He is polite, efficient, friendly and knowledgeable. He got me a great deal on my auto insurance. Very thankful for his service."
"Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that Ryan provided you with exceptional service and helped you find a great deal on your auto insurance. We truly appreciate your trust and look forward to continuing to serve you in the future!"
Daniel Rockwell
April 30, 2026
"Jared and Bryce are very knowledgeable and great to work with. So glad I made the switch to State Farm today!"
"We truly appreciate your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Jared and Bryce provided you with excellent service and made your switch to State Farm a great experience. We're here to support you whenever you need us!"
Donna Vest
April 28, 2026
"Jared is the new “Jake” from State Farm. Just saying lol. It was a pleasure speaking with Jared about vehicle insurance. He was completely helpful with every aspect of coverage. He stayed on the phone with me until I had all my paperwork sent over to me. I once had left State Farm thinking the grass was greener on the other side. I should have known but I found out I had to do a lot of weeding out on my old insurance. So here I am State Farm wins again!! Thank you Jared."
"Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that Jared provided you with such helpful and dedicated service—he’ll be thrilled to hear he’s the new “Jake” from State Farm! We’re glad you gave us another chance and that we could help you find the right coverage. Your trust means a lot to us, and we look forward to being here for all your insurance needs!"
cenmichappys
April 27, 2026
"Jared was excellent to work with saved me a lot of money!"
"Thank you for the wonderful review! We're glad Jared could provide such great service and help you save money. Your feedback means a lot to us!"
Blair Shields
April 25, 2026
"Jared was super helpful got me a good rate! Thank you!"
"Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re glad Jared could help you secure a great rate. Your support means a lot to us! If you need anything else, don’t hesitate to reach out."
Liv Rose
April 13, 2026
"Had some issues with my other insurance plan, Jared was a superstar and helped me through the whole thing! Was very kind, sweet and helpful! If you need help or want to start a plan here I’d recommend Jared! ⭐️"
"Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Jared was able to help you navigate your auto insurance needs with such care and professionalism. We’re proud to have him on our team and appreciate your recommendation. If you ever need anything else or have questions about your coverage, don’t hesitate to reach out. Safe travels!"
LeeAnn Snider
April 12, 2026
"Very friendly and informative!!"
"Thank you for your kind words! We’re happy to hear you found our service friendly and informative. If you ever have any questions or need assistance, we’re here to help!"
Jessica Moran
April 11, 2026
"Jared went above and beyond to provide accurate quotes for my needs and get my policies started. It is hard to conduct personal business when working an 8 to 5 office job that requires talking on the phone, but by being flexible in communicating and calling me outside his own office hours, he saved me close to $500. I am so appreciative and would recommend having him take a look at your needs as well."
"We’re glad Jared was able to accommodate your schedule and provide accurate quotes that saved you money. We understand how challenging it can be to manage personal business during a busy workday, and we’re committed to being flexible to make the process easier for our clients. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re here anytime you need assistance in the future!"
Angela Kutz
April 11, 2026
"Jared was absolutely wonderful. He was able to get us cheaper insurance with better coverage, explained everything and made sure all of our questions were answered. He also worked with my schedule and took time out of his weekend to us. If you are looking for an insurance company give Jared a call at State Farm in Kalkaska."
"We’re thrilled to hear that Jared was able to provide you with great coverage at a better rate and that he took the time to answer all your questions. At our State Farm office in Kalkaska, we strive to provide personalized service that fits your schedule and needs. We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation. If you ever need anything else, don’t hesitate to reach out!"
Rosey Harris
April 9, 2026
"Michael was very kind and informative."
"Thank you for your wonderful review! We're glad you had a positive and informative experience with our team. We appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again!"
bill lockhart
April 9, 2026
"Great pricing good customer service very nice to do business with."
"We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with our pricing and customer service. It’s a pleasure doing business with you, and we look forward to serving you again!"