Gary Garrett

ABOUT ME:

Hello and Welcome, I'm Gary Garrett. Life in Arizona, with its beautiful landscapes and warm summers, has been my home since 1982. Following in my late father's footsteps as a State Farm agent in Colorado Springs, I moved to Phoenix and Scottsdale to establish my own career in insurance. My approach is straightforward: I strive to make insurance easier for you, working to find comprehensive coverage that aligns with your budget.

Beyond my professional life, I’ve developed a new passion for gardening, a shift from my years of riding a Harley. My travels through Asia, especially visiting the vibrant fruit markets, fascinated me with exotic fruits I had never seen before. This sparked an idea: despite the heat in Phoenix and Scottsdale, we could grow these unique plants if we addressed the soil and water challenges. With significant effort in digging and utilizing common sprinkler systems, I began building my own garden. I share my garden's progress periodically on Facebook; you can follow my updates at Gary Garrett State Farm Scottsdale. My global adventures also took me to North Vietnam in May of 2022, where I enjoyed meeting the Hmong tribal people and riding a motorcycle on the beautiful Ha Giang loop. My TikTok handle is Travelingboomer1.

My academic journey led me to graduate from the University of Northern Colorado with a BA in Speech Pathology. The athletic department paid my tuition awarding me a division one gymnastics scholarship. I am a Husband & Proud father of four talented daughters and a grandfather to seven. Community involvement is important to me; for the past decade, I have served as a Board Member for Global Involvement Through Education, supporting educational projects in many developing nations. I am also a board member of Southwest Water Conservation, where we teach water-saving tips in schools. My diverse past hobbies include skiing, rock climbing, genealogy, ice hockey, figure skating, and pole vaulting. I proudly pole vaulted 3 meters in 2008 and won the Arizona Senior Olympia meet two years in a row for my age group. I can communicate using basic American Sign Language and am currently immersing myself in studying Vietnamese.

It is truly a pleasure to serve the communities of Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Cave Creek, Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, Scottsdale Airpark, Carefree, Fountain Hills, and Desert Ridge, all from my office conveniently located on Frank Lloyd Wright and the 101 in Scottsdale. We are here to help you protect what matters most, whether you are looking for auto insurance for your daily drive, homeowners insurance to safeguard your property, or renters insurance to protect your belongings. We also provide personalized business insurance options and assist families with preparing for the future with life insurance. For those with specialized needs, we proudly offer pet insurance through Trupanion and classic car insurance through Hagerty. We invite you to connect with us in the office, call, or email to discuss your insurance needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q: How do I get car insurance quotes?

A: Getting a car insurance quote is easier than you might think. You can start online, give our office a call, or stop by to talk through your options. We'll help walk you through coverage choices and help you find something that fits your needs. Gary, your local State Farm agent in Scottsdale, AZ, is here to help.

Q: How soon can I get insured for my car?

A: In many cases, coverage can start the same day you decide to move forward. We can help you get set up quickly so you're covered and ready to go. Gary is here to help your Scottsdale household feel covered.

Q: What are the insurance requirements on a leased car?

A: If you're leasing a vehicle, the requirements are usually a bit higher than standard coverage. In most cases, you'll need liability, comprehensive, and collision coverage, and the leasing company may need to be listed on your policy. We're always happy to walk you through exactly what's needed. Looking for coverage? Talk with Gary about your options in Scottsdale.

Q: How does life insurance work at a basic level?

A: Life insurance helps provide financial support to your beneficiaries and can help cover expenses like debts, living costs, or future needs. Gary is proud to serve the Scottsdale community.

Q: Is homeowners insurance required?

A: Whether homeowners insurance is required depends on your situation and may vary by state. If you have home financing, your lender will likely require it. Even if it's not required, many people choose to have coverage to help protect their home and everything that comes with it. Serving Scottsdale and the surrounding area, Gary can help answer your questions.

Q: What kinds of things does renters insurance protect?

A: Renters insurance helps protect the things you own if something unexpected happens. It can help cover personal belongings if they're damaged or stolen, provide personal liability protection if someone is injured, and help with additional living expenses if you're unable to stay in your home due to a covered loss. Have questions? Gary in Scottsdale can walk you through your options.