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Mark Barnes

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Insurance Sales Representative - Bankers Life and Casualty Company
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(616) 226-8710(616) 226-8710
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Mark BarnesInsurance Sales Representative, Grand Rapids, MI

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Meet Mark Barnes
Personal Business Philosophy
My goal is to offer solutions that meet your needs today and for the life of your retirement. I believe in building a personal relationship with you as my client, so I can better understand your retirement goals and help you get there with confidence and peace of mind.
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Mark Barnes, Bankers Life Agent in Grand Rapids, MI

Closed - Opens at 9:00 AM
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Office Phone:
(616) 940-8040(616) 940-8040
Direct Phone:
(616) 226-8710(616) 226-8710
mark.barnes@bankerslife.com
Branch Info
3350 Eagle Park Dr NE
# 104
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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Hours
Day of the WeekHours
Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Our Brands and Partners

Our agents provide an expansive suite of insurance options, including core products offered by Bankers Life and Casualty Company, Colonial Penn Life Insurance Company and Washington National Insurance Company.

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FORGET ME NOT DAYS

At Bankers Life, our insurance agents and associates witness firsthand the impact that Alzheimer’s and dementia have on our customers, their families and their caregivers. That’s why we established Bankers Life Forget Me Not Days®, our nationwide fundraising campaign to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association®. This June marks the 23rd anniversary of the campaign. Since 2003, we’ve helped raise more than $7.8 million for the Alzheimer’s Association through the Forget Me Not Days campaign and corporate donations.

Explore Medicare Advantage

You have many choices when it comes to Medicare – I can help you compare Medicare Advantage plans to find the right coverage for you.



  • Medicare Advantage (Part C) is an all-in-one alternative to Original Medicare Parts A and B.

  • It offers similar coverage, and with the optional benefit of prescription drug coverage (Part D).

  • Medicare Advantage Plans include an annual maximum out of pocket limit, and some plans offer premiums as low as $0 per month.


Products & Services Offered in Grand Rapids, MI

  • Life Insurance

    Find out how life insurance can help protect the financial security of you and your family.
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  • Medicare Supplement Insurance

    Learn how Medicare supplement insurance can help cover out-of-pocket costs that Medicare may not cover.
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  • Long-term Care Insurance

    Find out how long-term care insurance can help provide financial security in the event of an unexpected long-term illness.
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  • Annuities

    Learn how an annuity can help protect and grow your retirement savings.
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Financial Calculators & Tools

Our calculators are here to help support your retirement and insurance planning needs so you can make confident and informed decisions.
Retirement Calculators
Insurance Calculators
  • How Long Will My Retirement Savings Last?

    Determine how long your retirement savings may last considering your monthly spending, sources of income, inflation and more.
  • Estimate Social Security Benefits

    Estimate your future Social Security benefits based on your income history and expected retirement age.
  • Traditional 401(k) or Roth 401(k)?

    How do traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) contributions differ, and which option best suits your financial needs?
  • Retirement Income Estimator

    Input your current savings and income sources to estimate your future retirement income and assess if you’re on track to meet your goals.
For information and educational purposes only. Does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation.
Reviews

Customer Reviews for Grand Rapids, MI

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(219 Reviews)
  • Clifford M
    April 1, 2025
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    The best service ever
    The best service ever
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  • Madilyn E
    March 25, 2025
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    Great customer service, very knowledgeable. Super friendly, would recommend to others. Carrie went above and beyond to help me get the insurance I need.
    Great customer service, very knowledgeable. Super friendly, would recommend to others. Carrie went above and beyond to help me get the insurance I need.
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  • Joel Z
    March 22, 2025
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    SHE HELPED US UNDERSTAND OUR OPTIONS
    SHE HELPED US UNDERSTAND OUR OPTIONS
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  • Siva H
    March 12, 2025
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    She is wonderful
    She is wonderful
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  • Marie F
    March 11, 2025
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    Grant is highly professional and has lots of experience. He truly looks for the best way to get you protection that you need. I am so glad we are working with him. He is trustworthy and has followed through on everything he said he would do. I highly recommend him!
    Grant is highly professional and has lots of experience. He truly looks for the best way to get you protection that you need. I am so glad we are working with him. He is trustworthy and has followed through on everything he said he would do. I highly recommend him!
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  • Christine W
    March 6, 2025
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  • Mr. B
    January 29, 2025
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    Ted provided a clear and concise explanation of my Medicare options, eliminating any confusion. His approach was professional and genuine, demonstrating a strong commitment to client service. He expertly guided me through the Medicare enrollment process, alleviating my concerns about potential penalties by outlining the necessary steps to avoid them. His readily available phone support is greatly appreciated and he is willing to do house calls! He made my retirement so easy and affordable!
    Ted provided a clear and concise explanation of my Medicare options, eliminating any confusion. His approach was professional and genuine, demonstrating a strong commitment to client service. He expertly guided me through the Medicare enrollment process, alleviating my concerns about potential penalties by outlining the necessary steps to avoid them. His readily available phone support is greatly appreciated and he is willing to do house calls! He made my retirement so easy and affordable!
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  • Judy W
    January 28, 2025
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    Nice guy. Finds me the best plans
    Nice guy. Finds me the best plans
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  • Kara O
    January 21, 2025
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    Dennis went out of his way to be helpful, especially because i was out of town and 3 hours behind, making communication challenging. Not to mention the winter snowstorm.
    Dennis went out of his way to be helpful, especially because i was out of town and 3 hours behind, making communication challenging. Not to mention the winter snowstorm.
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  • Virgil R
    January 17, 2025
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    Very nice to talk to and do business with.
    Very nice to talk to and do business with.
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  • Teri G
    January 15, 2025
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    Great customer service. He was very kind. Listened to what I said. Answered all my questions.
    Great customer service. He was very kind. Listened to what I said. Answered all my questions.
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  • Lorrie B
    January 15, 2025
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    does a great job explaining things if you have questions he answers them i would recommend him to anyone
    does a great job explaining things if you have questions he answers them i would recommend him to anyone
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  • Randall R
    January 14, 2025
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    very informational sale person great to work with
    very informational sale person great to work with
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  • Rory B.
    January 11, 2025
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    Opportunity for success, leadership, and personal growth are abundant.
    Opportunity for success, leadership, and personal growth are abundant.
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  • Christopher B
    January 7, 2025
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    Excellent product, excellent sales representative. He was very personable and a nice guy. I really cared about my situation.
    Excellent product, excellent sales representative. He was very personable and a nice guy. I really cared about my situation.
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  • Brandie C
    December 17, 2024
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    Arreyl was very clear,precise,informative,caring and helpful
    Arreyl was very clear,precise,informative,caring and helpful
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  • Lorra and James S
    December 3, 2024
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    Cory is excellent in her field. She has been our agent now for several years now and we are completely confident in her knowledge and recommendations. We now she has our best interests at heart. She is like family to us. If we've ever had a question or concern we have called her and she's been there for us. We wouldn't want any one else to take care of our needs than her.
    Cory is excellent in her field. She has been our agent now for several years now and we are completely confident in her knowledge and recommendations. We now she has our best interests at heart. She is like family to us. If we've ever had a question or concern we have called her and she's been there for us. We wouldn't want any one else to take care of our needs than her.
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  • Mark J
    December 3, 2024
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    Arreyl was very clear and concise in our discussion regarding Medicare and the Medigap policy she felt would best fit our needs. We enjoyed talking to her and we felt she had clarified and answered all of
    our questions and concerns. She made our decision to choose the best insurance for us much easier! We thank her a lot!
    Arreyl was very clear and concise in our discussion regarding Medicare and the Medigap policy she felt would best fit our needs. We enjoyed talking to her and we felt she had clarified and answered all of
    our questions and concerns. She made our decision to choose the best insurance for us much easier! We thank her a lot!
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  • Kare Denise P
    November 20, 2024
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    Great service, and very knowledgeable about explaining all information with Insurance etc.
    Outstanding to work with.
    Great service, and very knowledgeable about explaining all information with Insurance etc.
    Outstanding to work with.
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  • Everett V
    November 19, 2024
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    Thanks you
    Thanks you
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