Welcome to the Mike Bashore State Farm, your local Rochester Hills, Michigan State Farm Insurance Agent!
🍎 Back-to-School Season Is Here in Rochester Hills and Metro Detroit! 🎒
As summer winds down and families settle into new school-year routines, it is a great time to check that your insurance reflects the changes happening in your household.
🚗 Carpools, Commutes & New Drivers Busier mornings, after-school activities, and teen drivers can mean more time on the road. Review your Auto Insurance to confirm your vehicles, household drivers, and coverage details are current.
🏡 Updates Around the House Did you complete a summer renovation, add outdoor equipment, or purchase new belongings? A Home Insurance check-in can help account for recent changes to your property.
🏠 College Students & New Rentals Whether a student is moving into an apartment or you recently signed a new lease, Renters Insurance can help cover the belongings that make a rental feel like home.
💼 A New Season for Local Businesses Changes in staffing, equipment, inventory, or daily operations may affect your Business Insurance. Now is a good time to confirm your coverage still matches how your business operates.
❤️ Coverage for Life’s Milestones A growing family, new job, or changing responsibilities can make it worthwhile to revisit your Life Insurance and beneficiary information.
📍 Mike Bashore State Farm proudly serves Rochester Hills and communities throughout Metro Detroit with Auto, Home, Renters, Business, and Life Insurance. Call, click, or stop by the office to review your coverage as the new school year begins.
Meet Mike Bashore | Your Rochester Hills, Michigan State Farm Agent
Experienced insurance guidance. Personal relationships. Helping Michigan families protect what matters most.
For Mike Bashore, insurance is about more than policies. It's about the people, families, homes, businesses, and the road ahead of them.
With more than 23 years of experience with State Farm, Mike has dedicated his career to helping Michigan residents make informed decisions about their insurance and financial protection. As the owner of the Mike Bashore State Farm Agency in Rochester Hills, Michigan, he takes pride in developing lasting relationships and delivering the kind of personalized service customers can depend on through every stage of life.
From Front Desk to Agency Ownership
Mike began his State Farm career in 2003 while attending Michigan State University, working at the front desk of an established insurance agency.
What started as an opportunity to learn the business quickly became a passion for helping people.
Later in his career, Mike worked in agency development, coaching State Farm agents on business operations, customer relationships, and professional growth. Those experiences shaped his understanding of what makes an insurance agency successful: knowledgeable people, clear communication, consistent follow-through, and a genuine commitment to customers.
In April 2012, Mike opened his own State Farm agency in Rochester Hills, bringing those principles to the community he serves today.
Helping Michigan Homebuyers Get Home with Confidence
One of Mike's areas of focus is helping homebuyers navigate the insurance process when purchasing a new home.
Buying a house is an exciting milestone, but it can also be stressful. Between loan approvals, inspections, appraisals, title work, and closing deadlines, there are plenty of moving parts.
Mike and his team regularly work with homebuyers introduced by local real estate agents and lenders. They understand the importance of timely homeowners insurance quotes, appropriate coverage, accurate information, and getting the necessary insurance documentation to the lender so the purchase can move toward closing.
Their goal is to make insurance one less thing buyers have to worry about while making sure they understand how their new home will be protected.
Whether someone is purchasing their first home in Rochester Hills, moving to Oakland County, or relocating to Michigan from another state, Mike's team works to make the insurance experience organized, informative, and personal.
Welcoming State Farm Customers Moving to Michigan
Moving to a new state often involves more than changing an address.
Michigan has its own Auto Insurance requirements, including its unique Personal Injury Protection (PIP) system. Homeowners insurance must also reflect the property, location, and coverage needs of the new residence.
Mike and his team welcome existing State Farm customers relocating from other states and help them navigate the process of establishing the appropriate Michigan insurance policies.
They can coordinate with customers and their previous agents to help make the transition as smooth as possible.
Although the agency is located in Rochester Hills, it serves customers throughout Michigan, with a strong presence in Rochester, Troy, Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Macomb County, and the greater Metro Detroit area.
Protection Beyond the Closing Date
Mike's approach has always been to understand the complete picture rather than focus on a single insurance product.
A new home can bring new financial responsibilities, changing liability exposures, and important questions about protecting a family's income and future.
Mike believes meaningful insurance conversations should include the customer's Auto, Home, Life, Liability, and other applicable protection needs. The goal is to develop a thoughtful strategy that reflects each customer's priorities, not simply to find the lowest rate.
After more than two decades in the industry, Mike has seen firsthand how the right insurance decisions can make a meaningful difference following serious accidents, major property losses, and unexpected family tragedies.
Those experiences continue to influence the advice he provides.
A Family Man, Community Partner, and Team Leader
Outside the office, Mike is a husband, father, and proud Michigan State Spartan. Family is central to his life, and being a father has reinforced his appreciation for financial security, long-term planning, and the importance of protecting the people who depend on us.
He's also proud to be a local business owner who invests in the community.
Through the years, the Mike Bashore Agency has supported organizations and events including Leader Dogs for the Blind, Neighborhood House, the Rochester Art & Apples Festival, and community activities at the Van Hoosen Museum.
As a leader, Mike is passionate about developing people. He believes great teams are built through mentorship, clear expectations, accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
His goal is to create an agency where customers feel valued, team members are proud of their work, and relationships last for years.
Let's Protect What Comes Next
Whether you're buying a home, relocating to Michigan, reviewing your current insurance, or preparing for your family's future, Mike and his team would welcome the opportunity to help.
FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions):
Question: How do I get an insurance quote?
Answer: You can call or stop by our Rochester Hills office anytime and our team would be happy to provide you with a free insurance quote. You can also start an online quote right through our website - just click the red “Start A Quote” button!
-Question: Is this office able to help me with all kinds of insurance?
-Answer: Yes, we offer auto, home, renters, life, health, business, disability, & more!
-Question: When do I need to get life insurance?
-Answer: Don't wait!! It’s important to make sure you and your loved ones are covered in the event of something unexpected. Give us call or stop by our Rochester Hills office today and we can go over the options. The Mike Bashore State Farm team is here to help you find the right plan for you.
-Question: Do you help people relocating to the Rochester Hills, MI area?
-Answer: Yes! Whether you are moving across Michigan or relocating from out of state, our team can help make the insurance side of your move simple. We can assist with transferring policies, updating vehicles, reviewing coverage for your new home or rental, and helping you get settled with coverage that fits your new location.
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