PROTECT. PREPARE. PLAN.
Helping individuals, families and business owners protect their assets, prepare for uncertainty and plan for retirement since 2005.
Personal Insurance
We offer a number of personal insurance policies. Click on the request a quote button or click the icons below to fill out an instant application.
Auto insurance protects you from potential financial loss in the case of an automobile accident.
Umbrella insurance typically refers to liability insurance that is not commonly specified in other policies, and can sometimes be used as primary insurance for losses that aren't covered by other policies.
Watercraft insurance protects you, your passengers, and your boat in the case of an accident. It can also cover bodily injury, fuel spill liability, and more.
Home insurance protects your home from damage or destruction from disasters. With Michigan's harsh winters, it's important to ensure you've got a great policy with smooth claims handling and that covers you year-round.
Similar to automobile policies, motorcycle policies protect you and your bike from potential financial loss or damages in the case of an accident.
Similar to home insurance, condominium insurance can protect your condo against environmental damages, vandalism, and theft.
Renters' insurance provides some of the benefits of homeowners' insurance
but doesn't typically cover coverage for the dwelling or structure itself.
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Commercial Insurance
We offer a number of commercial insurance policies. Click on the request a quote button or click the icons below to fill out an instant application.
A commercial car insurance policy usually covers accidental damage or injury that happens when driving a company vehicle for business purposes.
Commercial property insurance protects your company's physical assets from fire, explosions, bust pipes, theft, and vandalism. Commercial property insurance does not typically include protection from earthquakes or flooding.
Bonds are securities, similar to stocks, but with bonds the stakeholder have a creditor stake in the company.
Business owner policy insurance combines protection for major property and liability risks in one package and typically is sold at a premium that is less than the total cost of individual coverage.
Workers' compensation is a form of insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees that are injured on-the-job.
Equipment insurance is a broad-ranging policy that is designed to cover damaged or missing equipment. This insurance can also cover losses due to theft.
Cyber liability insurance can help protect your business from major expenses, business losses, and regulatory fines if a data breach occurs within your organization.
A commercial package policy is an insurance policy that combines coverage for multiple perils, such as liability and property risk.
Professional liability insurance helps protect professional advice and service providing companies from bearing the full cost of defending against negligence claims in civil lawsuits.
Are you a small business owner? Not sure what insurance you might need? Fill out this brief application to receive multiple quotes instantly.
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Group Benefits
We offer a number of policies for groups. Click on the request a quote button or click the icons below to fill out an instant application.
Long-term care usually includes a variety of services for individuals that can no longer perform everyday tasks due to a chronic illness, injury, disability, or the aging process.
Dental insurance is a form of health insurance that is designed to pay a portion of the costs associated with dental care such as cleaning services, checkups, and more.
Vision insurance helps reduce the costs associated with preventative eye care including eye exams and prescription glasses or contact lenses.
Life insurance is intended to provide assistance to your loved ones when they can't rely on your salary or income any longer.
Health insurance can help reduce the costs associated with medical care for yourself and your family.
Annuity is a series of payments made at equal intervals that typically include mortgage home payments, monthly insurance payments, and pension payments.
Our Team
Jake Heikkinen
CEO/President
"It has been my passion to provide strategic, professional consultation to individuals, business owners, and professional organizations focused on wealth protection, preservation and growth."
Jake holds a bachelors degree in Economics, Communications and Psychology from the University of Michigan (2000) and enjoys traveling with family as well as competing in ice hockey and golf in his free time.
Hollie Heikkinen
CFO/Founder
"It can be uncomfortable at times to think about tomorrow, but we know it always comes".
Since 2008, Hollie has been working closely with clients to truly understand what their preferred pathway to tomorrow looks like, and to clearly understand the vision for each client’s unique destination for their company, their employees and for themselves. Hollie is a licensed Property/Casualty and Life/Health Agent in all 50 states and enjoys traveling, music and spending time with her family outside of work.
Makena Barron
Client Care Specialist
Makena has been an asset to our team at Strive Financial since 2015. She was born and raised in Fowlerville and now resides here in Howell. She is a mother of two busy boys and enjoys spending most of her time outside of work out on her boat, camping, and most of all just spending time with family.
Rachael Schumaker
Client Care Specialist
Rachael joined The Strive Financial team in April 2019. She comes to us with an insurance background of 5+ years. She was born and raised in South Lyon, Michigan and currently resides here in Howell Michigan. Rachael is a Central Michigan University Alumni, FIRE UP CHIPS! She is a mother of 3 very active boys. They are all very involved in sports so she spends most of her free time on the sidelines cheering!
Jeff Kropoda
Advisor
Jeffery Kropodra is well known for his attention to detail and his commitment to client satisfaction. He is a trustworthy, family man who does everything in his power to ensure his clients' happiness.
His extraordinarily loyal clients, personal referrals and repeat business, have formed a solid foundation of knowledge and superiority. Jeffery’s goal is to make the insurance process simple and smooth for everyone. Jeffery does not rest until he knows his client’s needs are met!
Jeff Kavanaugh
Advisor
Jeffery Kavanaugh is well respected in our field, not only for his unparalleled track record and high ethical standards but for being an honest, hard-working man who does everything in his power to ensure his clients' success. Jeff's clients receive the utmost care and knowledge, that is above and beyond our competitors.