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State Farm® Insurance Agent

Erik Nelson

E R Nelson Ins and Fin Svc Inc

Office Hours

Monday
9am - 5pm
Tuesday
9am - 5pm
Wednesday
9am - 5pm
Thursday
9am - 5pm
Friday
9am - 5pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
After Hours by Appointment

Address

12224 S Harlem Ave
Palos Hts, IL 60463

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Office Hours

Monday
9am - 5pm
Tuesday
9am - 5pm
Wednesday
9am - 5pm
Thursday
9am - 5pm
Friday
9am - 5pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
After Hours by Appointment
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Address

12224 S Harlem Ave
Palos Hts, IL 60463

Location Details

  • Parking: In front of building
  • Parking: Behind the building
  • No steps/stairs

Languages

English, Spanish, Polish
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As August rolls in and fall sports kicks off, it’s the perfect time to get ready for exciting new beginnings both on and off the field. At our State Farm Agency, we understand that while your family's summer travel may be winding down, your need for reliable insurance coverage remains as important as ever. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or settling back into your routine, we’re here to help protect what matters most to you and your family. Let’s tackle this season together with confidence!

Some other thoughts as we enter August and prepare for Fall:

  • 🌞📚Hello August! August means back to school! Did you know that when renting an apartment, your landlord is not responsible for covering your personal belongings? If you or someone you know is moving into an off-campus apartment and needs renters insurance, we’d be happy to talk about the coverage options available. 📞Give us a call today!

  • Summer is coming to an end and it’s time for back to school!🌞📚Just like the kids are meeting their new teachers, we would love for you to come meet with your local State Farm Agent! We are here to help! Did you know we also offer virtual appointments? 📞Give us a call to schedule an appointment today!

~ Erik

We are here to assist you with all of your insurance needs. Whether you're looking for coverage for your auto, motorcycle, snowmobile, recreation vehicles, home, condo, renters, personal liability umbrella, personal articles, boat, flood, business, commercial, workers compensation, life, term, or disability insurance, we've got you covered. Our office proudly serves the Palos areas - Palos Heights, Palos Park, and Palos Hills - as well as surrounding communities such as Oak Lawn, Burbank, Bridgeview, Chicago Ridge, Worth, Justice, Hickory Hills, Tinley Park, Orland Park, Frankfort, and Mokena. We are also licensed in Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin, with a focus on the Lake Geneva area and Northwest Indiana.

Erik has been a State Farm Agent since May of 1998, providing 27 years of dedicated service to his policyholders. With over 33 years of State Farm experience between agency and operations, Erik is well-equipped to assist you with your insurance needs. He is a lifelong resident of the Chicago Southland and Lake Geneva, a graduate of Carl Sandburg High School Class of 1989, and holds a B.A. from Illinois Wesleyan University, Class of 1993. Additionally, Erik is a ChFC and Chartered Life Underwriter. He has been a President's Club Qualifier three times and an Ambassador Travel Qualifier thirteen times.

At Erik R. Nelson Insurance & Financial Services, Inc, we take pride in being an active part of our community. We are proud sponsors of the Palos Heights Classic Car Event (Thursday, July 17th, 2025) and the Kris Kringle Market. We look forward to serving you and meeting all of your insurance needs with our extensive knowledge and exceptional customer service.

Insurance Products Offered

Auto, Homeowners, Condo, Renters, Personal Articles, Business, Life, Health, Pet

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Our mission is to insure your dreams by providing reliable insurance coverage and exceptional service. We are dedicated to offering personalized coverage options specific to your needs. Our team of knowledgeable and caring professionals strives to insure against life's uncertainties. We are committed to building long-lasting relationships with State Farm customers, offering guidance and support every step of the way. Your unique dreams are our priority, and we are here to help you achieve them.
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Experience the Erik Nelson Team difference - FOR ALL LIFE'S MOMENTS. We uncover the needs of our customers and assist them in selecting options to insure them against property, liability and income losses through home insurance, renters' insurance, car insurance, life insurance and health insurance. Our focus is to deliver outstanding value to all of our customers. We maximize coverages while minimizing costs.

My staff of 3 agents has over 45 years of experience with State Farm. Call my team today for auto insurance, homeowners insurance, renters insurance, boat insurance and life insurance in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Iowa.

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Our Agency

  • Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.
  • We help customers with their insurance and financial services needs, including Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Business Insurance, College Planning, Health Insurance, and Renters Insurance.
  • Our office is located in Palos Heights, IL.
  • Our office is open Monday Through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • I have been a State Farm agent since 1998.
  • We have 65 years of combined insurance experience in our office.

We are a very busy office and are looking for our next great team member. This busy insurance and financial services office has a passion to make a difference in the lives of others and better the community. If you want to work in an environment that is fun, challenging, and rewarding, then Erik Nelson - State Farm Agent may be the right fit for you! If you are self-motivated, possess an entrepreneurial spirit and have a desire to win and achieve results, please consider joining our team. Come work with an energetic, fun team at Erik Nelson - State Farm Agent!

Learn more about our agency and the career opportunities with us.
Available Positions
Insurance Account Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member

Palos Heights, IL Full Time

Please Note: This opportunity is about potential employment with an independent contractor agent who solicits applications for State Farm products and services, and does NOT result in employment with any of the State Farm Insurance Companies. The employment selection decision , terms and conditions of employment (such as compensation and benefits) are all determined solely by the independent contractor agent.