Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Arizona Insurance Partner
Van Leer & Edwards Insurance Services is a locally owned and operated insurance brokerage in Scottsdale, Arizona, with a legacy dating back to 1947. Founded by Paul Van Leer, the agency has evolved into a family-owned business now led by third-generation owner Kristin Edwards. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in creating tailored insurance solutions for both individuals and businesses, combining deep industry knowledge with a commitment to personalized service. We prioritize understanding each client's unique needs to secure comprehensive coverage through competitive bids from multiple providers.Our approach emphasizes long-term relationships built on trust, transparency, and a dedication to protecting clients' assets and futures. With expertise in niche markets such as hospitality and healthcare insurance, we offer a wide range of products including home, auto, life, health, and commercial policies. Our independent brokerage model allows us to provide unbiased recommendations without being tied to any single insurer, ensuring optimal protection at competitive rates.
Services
Home Insurance
Auto Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Business Owners Policy
Workers Compensation
Professional Liability
Marine Insurance
Group Health Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in the insurance industry
- Our team provides personalized insurance solutions tailored to your needs
- We secure competitive bids from multiple providers to find the best rates
- Family-owned and operated, committed to community service
- Specialize in industry-specific insurance coverage for businesses
Services
Home Insurance
Our comprehensive home insurance policies protect against fire, theft, natural disasters, and liability claims. Coverage includes structural protection, personal belongings, and additional living expenses during repairs. We offer specialized options for mobile homes, condos, and in-home businesses while providing scheduled personal property coverage for high-value items.
Commercial Insurance
Tailored commercial insurance packages address industry-specific risks for businesses in hospitality, healthcare, construction, and more. Our offerings include property coverage, liability protection, workers' compensation, and professional liability policies. We help businesses create customized risk management strategies that align with their operational needs and regulatory requirements.
Auto Insurance
We provide comprehensive auto insurance solutions covering collision, liability, and uninsured motorist scenarios. Our policies include optional features like accident forgiveness, diminishing deductibles, and specialty coverage for classic cars. Commercial auto policies protect business vehicles and fleets with customized liability limits and cargo protection options.
Life Insurance
Our life insurance products include term, whole life, and specialized policies like mortgage protection and second-to-die coverage. We help clients create financial safety nets for dependents, business succession plans, and estate tax mitigation strategies. Additional options include disability income and long-term care insurance to complement life coverage.
Health Insurance
We offer individual and group health insurance plans with options for HMO, PPO, and high-deductible HSAs. Our services include dental, vision, and supplemental insurance to cover gaps in primary policies. For businesses, we design cost-effective group plans that balance employee benefits with employer affordability considerations.
People
Kristin Edwards
Agency Owner & Principal
Third-generation insurance professional with expertise in commercial risk management. Graduated from the University of Arizona and active in Arizona's insurance community. Focuses on maintaining family legacy while implementing modern insurance solutions.
Chuck Van Leer
Agency Owner
40+ year insurance veteran specializing in hospitality industry coverage. Arizona native with deep knowledge of regional business risks. Active in mentoring young professionals and maintaining the agency's founding principles of client advocacy.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide home, auto, life, health, and commercial insurance including specialized policies for businesses in hospitality, healthcare, and construction industries.
How do you find competitive insurance rates?
As an independent agency, we compare offers from multiple insurers to find the best combination of coverage and price tailored to your specific needs.
Are you open outside regular business hours?
Our Scottsdale office operates Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM. Emergency claims assistance is available through our insurance partners after hours.
Do you serve clients outside Arizona?
While based in Scottsdale, we provide insurance solutions to clients in California, New Mexico, Texas, Idaho, Colorado, and Utah through our multi-state licensing.
What sets you apart from other agencies?
Our third-generation family business combines 75+ years of experience with personalized service, offering unbiased recommendations from multiple insurance carriers.
Can you help with business insurance needs?
We specialize in commercial insurance including BOP policies, workers' compensation, professional liability, and industry-specific coverage for businesses in Arizona and surrounding states.
