Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

Bates Hewett & Floyd is expanding our Medicare presence throughout Central Florida, and we’re actively recruiting experienced agents to join our team.

We see a significant opportunity in The Villages and the surrounding Central Florida market, with our growth strategy extending from Ocala and The Villages through the Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg area.

We’re looking for agents who want more than a contract and a commission schedule.

Bates Hewett & Floyd provides:

• In-demand Over 65 products
• Competitive compensation
• Full agent and administrative support
• Marketing and business-development support
• An established agency platform
• The opportunity to build and grow a meaningful book of business
• A team committed to long-term growth in Central Florida

We’re also proud to remain a family-owned, independent insurance agency — no private equity.

As consolidation continues across the insurance industry, we believe there is a real opportunity to offer great agents something different: the resources and support of an established organization while maintaining the relationships, accessibility and entrepreneurial culture of an independent agency.

Our immediate priority is finding the right agents to serve The Villages and surrounding communities.

If you’re an experienced Medicare agent interested in what we’re building, or know someone I should meet, I’d welcome the conversation.

[email protected]

08/12/2026

💊 Another great benefit for Florida Blue members!

Florida Blue members now have access to Amazon Pharmacy — making it even easier to manage prescriptions from home.

✅ Compare your insurance copay with the MedsYourWay discount price
✅ Have prescriptions delivered directly to your door
✅ Easily track medications and shipments online
✅ Access pharmacist and customer support when you need it

It’s another example of how Florida Blue continues to make healthcare simpler and more convenient for members.

Learn more and get started here:
https://pharmacy.amazon.com/myw/floridablue

Bates Hewett & Floyd
Your local Florida Blue agency

Learn more about how to save on your prescription medication with MedsYourWay at Amazon Pharmacy.

08/08/2026

WE’RE GROWING. JOIN OUR TEAM.

Bates Hewett & Floyd is expanding across North Florida and Central Florida, and we’re looking for motivated Health Insurance & Medicare Agents who want to grow with us.

With Florida Blue products in high demand, a growing client base, and new opportunities throughout our markets, this is a great time to join BHF.

📍 Putnam County
📍 Jonesville / Alachua County
📍 The Villages
📍 St. Johns & Volusia Counties

Why Bates Hewett & Floyd?

• Strong, competitive compensation
• Established Florida Blue relationship and product portfolio
• Dedicated service and administrative support
• Marketing and lead-generation support
• Local offices and an established community presence
• Opportunity to build and grow your own book of business
• A team that is investing in growth — and in our agents

Whether you’re an experienced agent looking for a better platform or a motivated professional ready to build a career in health insurance, we’d like to talk.

We’re expanding. We’re investing. And we’re hiring.

📩 Interested? Send us a message or email your resume to [email protected]

Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance Agency
Local relationships. Proven support. Opportunity to grow.

08/08/2026

Come see Robbie today at the 2026 Gainesville Indoor Pickleball Showcase! 🏓

Bates Hewett & Floyd is proud to be out supporting our community alongside Florida Blue and helping benefit ElderCare of Alachua County.

📍 Celebration Pointe Sports Complex – Gainesville
📅 Today, Saturday, August 8
⏰ Doors are open — stop by and say hello!

If you’re out enjoying the pickleball action, make sure to swing by the Florida Blue booth, meet Robbie, grab some goodies, and learn more about how Bates Hewett & Floyd can help with your health and Medicare coverage.

Proud to serve Gainesville and North Central Florida. 💙

07/31/2026

Most people don't discover a coverage gap until they need to file a claim.

Whether you're spending the summer on the road, on the water, or somewhere in between, it's easy to assume your policy covers everything you need.

The reality? Some of the biggest surprises come from the details most people never think to ask about.

In this month's blog, we're breaking down a few of the most commonly overlooked coverage gaps for auto, boat, and recreational policies—so you can spend less time wondering and more time enjoying your summer.

Read the full article below.

Learn what your auto, boat, and recreational insurance policies may not cover. Discover common summer coverage gaps Florida homeowners should review before hitting the road or water.

07/30/2026

At the end of the day, we're more than an insurance agency.

We're your neighbors.

We shop at the same local businesses, cheer for the same hometown teams, and spend our weekends enjoying everything Northeast Florida has to offer.

Helping protect the people and businesses in our community is something we don't take lightly.

Thank you for letting us be your local insurance resource.

07/24/2026

It's funny how much preparation goes into a day on the water.

We check the weather.

Pack the cooler.

Fill the tank.

Double-check the life jackets.

But one thing rarely makes the checklist: whether your coverage still matches the way you're using your boat or recreational vehicles.

Summer often brings different routines, different destinations, and different drivers. Taking a few minutes to review your policy now can make a big difference later.

That's the kind of conversation we're always happy to have.

07/21/2026

Insurance isn’t always as straightforward as it seems.

A boat trailer. Fishing gear. A golf cart. Custom upgrades. These are all situations where people often assume they know what’s covered—until they’re faced with a claim.

Every policy is different, which is why understanding the details is just as important as having coverage in the first place.

As your local independent insurance agency, we’re here to help you navigate the fine print, answer your questions, and make sure your coverage fits the way you actually use your vehicles and recreational equipment.

Have a question about your policy? We’re always happy to help.