Business Details
25 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Insurance and Real Estate Partner in Creston, IA
Since 2001, Hometown Insurance & Realty has been dedicated to delivering exceptional service and personalized insurance solutions to clients across Southwest Iowa and surrounding regions. Our team of 30 agents brings over 70 years of combined experience, specializing in tailored coverage for homes, farms, businesses, and vehicles while prioritizing genuine client relationships. Rooted in Creston, Iowa, we combine local expertise with a network spanning multiple states, offering 24/7 support and a commitment to protecting clients as if they were family.Our independent agency model allows us to partner with 15+ insurance carriers, ensuring optimal policy customization. We extend our expertise to real estate services, managing rentals and property sales with the same integrity that defines our insurance practice.
Services
Personal Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Crop Insurance
Farm Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Insurance
Real Estate Brokerage
Rental Property Management
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of combined insurance experience across 16 locations.
- Our agents provide 24/7 emergency claim response services.
- We specialize in customized coverage for Iowa's unique agricultural needs.
- Our independent agency partners with 15+ carriers for optimal policy options.
- We maintain deep local knowledge across Southwest Iowa and bordering states.
What people say
Friendly and helpful
Recommended 100%
Good prices
Willing to help
Wonderful experience
Services
Personal Insurance
We provide comprehensive personal insurance solutions including homeowners, auto, motorcycle, and recreational vehicle coverage. Our agents tailor policies to protect your assets while offering 24/7 claims support. With local expertise in Iowa's climate challenges, we ensure policies adapt to seasonal risks while maintaining affordability through multiple carrier partnerships.
Crop Insurance
Our family-operated crop insurance service combines generational farming experience with technical expertise. We offer yield protection, revenue coverage, and custom solutions for specialty crops. Agents with firsthand farming experience help clients navigate federal programs while providing emergency response during planting or harvest seasons across Southwest Iowa.
Commercial Insurance
We design commercial insurance packages covering liability, equipment, and workers' compensation for Iowa businesses. Our team understands local industry risks from manufacturing to agriculture, offering policy customization through 15+ carrier relationships. Services include risk assessment consultations and claims advocacy with 24/7 emergency response availability.
Real Estate Brokerage
Our licensed real estate agents handle residential and commercial property transactions across Southwest Iowa. Services include market analysis, listing representation, and mortgage guidance. We manage rental properties and facilitate land sales for agricultural clients, leveraging local market knowledge to connect buyers and sellers efficiently.
Farm Insurance
We specialize in farm insurance packages protecting property, equipment, and liability exposures. Policies cover barns, livestock operations, and machinery with customizable endorsements for crop-related businesses. Our agents combine underwriting expertise with firsthand farming experience to address unique risks faced by Iowa's agricultural community.
People
Jamie Travis
Agency Owner
With roots in Creston since 1999, Jamie built the agency from a single office to 16 locations. He manages multiple family businesses including crop insurance, real estate, and a fitness center while maintaining insurance licenses across multiple lines.
Toby Henry
Agent
Licensed in personal and commercial lines, Toby balances community involvement with insurance expertise. He focuses on building relationships through local engagement while providing policy recommendations based on 15+ years of experience.
Drew Henderson
Agent
A Lenox native, Drew joined Hometown after graduating from Iowa State University. He specializes in commercial insurance and real estate, leveraging local knowledge to serve clients across Southwest Iowa's agricultural and business sectors.
Tara Ferber
Licensed CSR
With over 15 years as a customer service representative, Tara handles policy administration and client support. Her expertise in personal lines insurance ensures clients receive accurate coverage guidance and timely service.
Maddie Gillam
Agent & Marketing Coordinator
A Simpson College graduate, Maddie manages social media and agent communications while providing insurance solutions. She combines digital marketing expertise with traditional insurance services to enhance client engagement across 30+ agent locations.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide personal insurance (home, auto, RV), commercial policies, crop/farm coverage, life insurance, and real estate services across Iowa and surrounding states.
How can I get a free insurance quote?
Click our 'Get a Quote' button online or contact our Creston office directly at 641-782-4626 to speak with an agent about personalized coverage options.
Do you serve areas outside Southwest Iowa?
Yes, our 30 agents cover all Iowa regions and extend services to Missouri locations including Hopkins and Grant City through our satellite agency network.
Are your agents available after business hours?
Our team offers 24/7 emergency claim response, particularly for crop insurance clients who often require urgent assistance during critical farming seasons.
What real estate services do you provide?
We offer residential and commercial property sales, rental management, and land transactions with specialized expertise in agricultural real estate across Southwest Iowa.
