Business Details
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Clackamas, OR
At Insurance Solutions NW, we specialize in simplifying the complexities of insurance to empower our clients with informed decision-making. As a family-owned and operated business serving the Pacific Northwest since 2007, our team brings decades of industry experience from both carrier and brokerage perspectives. We prioritize education to help clients understand their coverage options, ensuring peace of mind for individuals, families, and businesses. Our partnerships with top-rated insurance carriers allow us to customize solutions for diverse needs, from health and dental insurance to Medicare and small business benefits. We actively advocate for clients by engaging with policymakers in Salem and Washington, D.C., while maintaining a strong commitment to diversity and community resilience.Our client-centric approach focuses on transparency, personalized service, and long-term partnerships, with 88% of our business coming from client referrals. We streamline the insurance process through expert guidance, paperwork management, and ongoing support, allowing businesses to focus on growth while we handle their coverage needs.
Services
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Travel Insurance
Legal Insurance
Medicare Solutions
Small Business Benefits
Highlights and features
- We are family-owned and operated with deep local roots in the Pacific Northwest.
- We offer top-tier business solutions through partnerships with highly-rated insurance carriers.
- Our team advocates directly with policymakers to address healthcare industry concerns.
- We maintain a strong commitment to diversity and inclusive access to quality healthcare.
- Our personalized approach results in 88% of business coming from client referrals.
Services
Health Insurance
We provide comprehensive health insurance solutions tailored to individual and family needs. Our independent brokerage model allows access to multiple carriers, ensuring competitive pricing and customized plans. Our experts explain coverage details and help clients understand benefits, network providers, and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining no additional fees for our services.
Medicare Solutions
Our Medicare specialists guide clients through annual enrollment periods and plan changes. We offer unbiased comparisons of Advantage Plans, Prescription Drug Plans, and Supplement options. Our team provides ongoing support for enrollment decisions, explains policy changes, and helps clients navigate Special Election Periods without additional costs.
Small Business Benefits
We create customized benefits packages for businesses with under 25 employees, including access to federal tax credits. Our services include plan comparisons, employee handbook resources, and paperwork management. We help small businesses compete with larger employers by benchmarking benefits against industry standards and reducing administrative burdens.
Dental Insurance
We offer dental coverage options for individuals, families, and businesses through multiple carrier partnerships. Our brokers explain plan specifics including preventive care coverage, annual maximums, and network dentists. We provide ongoing support for plan selection and help clients understand changing benefit structures year-over-year.
Life Insurance
We connect clients with term and permanent life insurance solutions from top-rated carriers. Our advisors explain policy features, underwriting requirements, and coverage amounts appropriate for clients' financial situations. We maintain long-term relationships to ensure policies evolve with clients' changing life circumstances and protection needs.
People
Karen Kane
Owner
With over two decades of insurance experience from carrier and brokerage roles, Karen specializes in small business solutions. She earned her business management degree from Eastern Oregon University and applies her expertise to help local clients navigate complex insurance decisions while maintaining cost efficiency.
Taylor Kane
Broker
A Portland native with an economics degree from Pacific University, Taylor brings analytical expertise to health insurance solutions. His background in social justice and economics informs his consumer-oriented approach to insurance brokerage while actively participating in Oregon's soccer and farming communities.
Lauren Kane
Broker
Lauren holds a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science from Western Oregon University. Her background in physical therapy and customer service informs her compassionate approach to insurance brokerage. She focuses on making complex insurance concepts accessible to clients while maintaining strong community connections.
Shannon Kane
Communications Director
Shannon earned a BA in Political Science from Pacific University and a MA in Environmental Leadership from Naropa University. She manages client communications and marketing initiatives while leveraging her community outreach experience to strengthen client relationships and business operations.
Questions
What makes your brokerage different from other insurance agencies?
We combine large-broker capabilities with personalized service for small businesses. Our 88% client retention rate reflects our commitment to transparency, carrier independence, and policy advocacy that directly benefits clients.
Do you offer Medicare enrollment assistance?
Yes, we provide free Medicare enrollment guidance and plan comparisons. Our specialists help with Annual Enrollment Period decisions, Special Election Period changes, and Medigap plan transitions without additional fees.
Can small businesses qualify for tax credits through your services?
Businesses with under 25 employees may qualify for federal tax credits covering 35-50% of premium costs. We help clients determine eligibility and implement compliant benefits packages that maximize available incentives.
How do you handle insurance plan comparisons?
We analyze multiple carriers across all product lines, providing side-by-side comparisons of coverage details, network providers, and total costs. Our independent status ensures unbiased recommendations focused solely on client needs.
What support do you provide after enrollment?
We offer ongoing support for policy changes, benefit explanations, and claims assistance. Our team proactively communicates policy updates and provides annual plan reviews to ensure continued alignment with clients' evolving needs.
