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State Farm® Insurance Agent

Derek Alota

Office Hours

Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Weekends by Appt.

Evenings by Appt.

Address

5615 Cottle Rd
San Jose, CA 95123

Orchard Town & Country Center, next to Krown Barber Shop.

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Office Info

Office Hours

Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Weekends by Appt.

Evenings by Appt.

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Address

5615 Cottle Rd
San Jose, CA 95123

Languages

English

Welcome to the Derek Alota Agency in South San Jose, CA.

💡🏢 📅🏦 Did you know State Farm offers Life Insurance? During Life Insurance Awareness Month, it’s important to learn the options you have to protect your family. We pride ourselves on having a comprehensive conversation to make sure we are providing you the right policy for your budget. #LifeInsurance

Having been born and raised in the Bay Area, I love being involved with our community. My office is located a few miles south from my alma mater, San Jose State University. Go Spartans! I’ve been involved with local non-profits organizations, and local chambers.

As a small business owner and father of two, I understand what it’s like to have a very busy schedule. I understand how important it is to make sure your family is protected. Let my team and I handle your insurance in an efficient and effective way. Let us worry about how to protect your family while you enjoy them.

My team and I have over 20 years of combined State Farm experience and can help you with the following:

  • Auto Insurance

  • Home Insurance

  • Renters Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Small business Insurance

  • Commercial vehicle Insurance

  • Workers comp Insurance

You can call, click, or walk right in. My team and I would love to help you.

Insure your love! Show your loved ones that you care about protecting their future.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How can I compare auto insurance quotes?

A: Getting a car insurance quote is easier than you might think. You can start online, give our office a call, or stop by to talk through your options. We'll help walk you through coverage choices and help you find something that fits your needs. Derek, your local State Farm agent in San Jose, CA, is here to help.

Q: How quickly can car insurance coverage start?

A: In many cases, coverage can start the same day you decide to move forward. We can help you get set up quickly so you're covered and ready to go. Derek is proud to serve the San Jose community.

Q: What kind of insurance do I need for a leased vehicle?

A: If you're leasing a vehicle, the requirements are usually a bit higher than standard coverage. In most cases, you'll need liability, comprehensive, and collision coverage, and the leasing company may need to be listed on your policy. We're always happy to walk you through exactly what's needed. Serving San Jose and the surrounding area, Derek can help answer your questions.

Q: What should I know about life insurance?

A: Life insurance is a way to help take care of the people you love financially. It can provide support to your beneficiaries to help cover things like everyday expenses, debts, or future needs, depending on the coverage you choose. Have questions? Derek in San Jose can walk you through your options.

Q: What does home insurance cover?

A: Homeowners insurance can help protect your home, your personal belongings, and your finances. It typically includes coverage for the structure of your home, your belongings, liability protection, and additional living expenses if your home becomes uninhabitable due to a covered loss. Derek works with San Jose residents to find coverage that fits.

Q: What's included in renters insurance coverage?

A: Renters insurance helps protect the things you own if something unexpected happens. It can help cover personal belongings if they're damaged or stolen, provide personal liability protection if someone is injured, and help with additional living expenses if you're unable to stay in your home due to a covered loss. Connect with Derek for insurance guidance in San Jose.

Insurance Products Offered

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

Other Products

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Our mission is to provide the appropriate insurance and financial services to our customers, while creating lifelong relationships, demonstrating professionalism, and actively being involved with our local San Jose community.

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You can be sure to receive quality, friendly and personalized service from our office. We have over 25 years combined insurance experience. We would love to talk to you about your auto insurance, home insurance, renters insurance, life insurance, business insurance, and more. Call, click, text, or come by today.