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Open Enrollment is the yearly period when you and your family can sign up for, change, or cancel your health insurance plans.

The open enrollment period for the Health Insurance is now open. Contact us to discuss your options – with plan premiums as low as $0!

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Bates Hewett & Floyd

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Not Your Average Local Agency

Bates Hewett & Floyd is not your average local agency. Our approach to insurance and risk, our longevity in our community and the way we treat our clients sets us apart.

We are a full-service insurance agency working with individuals and businesses.

We are led by 2 generations proudly serving Palatka, Putnam County, St Johns County and throughout the Southeast United States for over 40 years!

Offices in Palatka and St. Augustine

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