The leading insurance comparison company and sister company to Esurance aims to create 150 jobs for Utahns.

Encino, CA; June 4, 2014 Answer Financial Inc., one of the largest auto and home insurance agencies in the U.S., is pleased to announce its decision to open a fourth office in Ogden, Utah. The office, adjacent to operations for sister company Esurance, opens this summer and is already taking applications to build out a team of sales professionals. New hires will receive extensive, fully paid training with the opportunity for a rewarding career in financial services. Answer plans to begin training its first class of call-center based agents as soon as July.

Answer, founded in 1997 and purchased by Allstate in 2011, is experiencing strong growth. In 2013, Answer opened two new facilities in Tennessee and was recognized by Inc. Magazine’s Hire Power Award as a leading job creator in the insurance industry. Ogden represents an opportunity to further grow and diversify for the organization.

“As a Utah native, I recognize the value and talent of the Beehive State,” comments Rob Slingerland, CEO. “We are pleased to call Ogden our new home and look forward to contributing to the vibrant growth of the Ogden community and economy.”

Answer is the go-to place for insurance comparative shopping and has been one of the industry’s pioneers for more than a decade. Leveraging proprietary, award-winning technology, Answer’s expert agents help people across the country compare rates and purchase coverage from more than 20 insurance brands, including Safeco, The Hartford, MetLife, 21st Century, Progressive and Esurance. Answer has helped insure more than 2.4 million vehicles and homes.

Candidates interested in joining Answer’s growing sales team are encouraged to apply online at www.AnswerFinancial.com/Careers or send resumes to careers@answerfinancial.com. Comprehensive benefits are available to employees including health, dental and vision insurance, matched 401K and matched charitable contributions, competitive salary plus bonus, paid licensing and training, and a 4-day / 40-hour work schedule.

Drivers and homeowners interested in comparing quotes on auto and home insurance can speak with a licensed Answer Financial insurance agent at 1-888-737-7000 or get quotes online at www.AnswerFinancial.com.

About Answer Financial Inc.
Answer Financial, through its agencies Insurance Answer Center and Right Answer Insurance, is one of the largest independent personal lines agency operations in the nation, providing auto and home insurance policies directly to consumers and through a broad network of marketing partners. Answer Financial serves the growing segment of self-directed consumers searching for the best way to save money on insurance by providing one easy place to Shop, Compare, and Buy Insurance. By leveraging technology and partnerships with top-rated insurers including sister company, Esurance, Answer Financial can provide real-time comparison rates for virtually every consumer. Customers can purchase online or over the phone with the guidance of an insurance expert. Answer Financial is a member of the Allstate family of companies. www.AnswerFinancial.com