Mike and his team have become proud sponsors of Auckland United, with a donation to the club, and free insurance to support the team.
There can be a lot at stake when you're successful.
Having worked hard for your quality of life, you want to do everything you can to protect it.
Founded by Michael Broadbent, one of New Zealand’s most successful life insurance brokers, with over 20 years’ of experience supporting over 10,000 unique Kiwi’s like yourself and your family.
We have worked tirelessly to solidify the best insurance relationships in the industry, so that we can offer a premium service to all of our clients.
The quality of business we bring to our insurance providers, allows our client’s to receive the best premiums and terms in the market.
We're your insurance policy for your insurance policy.
We’re proud of the work we do for our clients. We work hard to keep up with ongoing changes in their lifestyle to ensure their financial future is protected, whatever happens.
At BROADBENT, our number on focus is to have our client's best interests at heart.
When if comes to claim time, we will work tirelessly to get your claims approved as quickly and seamlessly as possible, by working directly with the insurance companies so you don’t have to during these difficult periods.
We are your exclusive brokers
Our clients receive a premium service and benefit from our high standing relationships in the industry - especially at claim time. It's not unusual for our clients to have a claim approved in just a few days, keeping the process as smooth as possible, letting you focus on what's important.
We're proud to be partnered with:
Informed and sensible advice
Michael has looked after mine and my families Insurance for 2 years. I found his advice to be informed as well as making sense. He did not try to “over insure” us as previous brokers had. Michael also has a great ability to clarify which each component of Insurance we needed for our family. Due to Michaels exceptional service and offering, my business partners and I also set up our “key person” insurance through Michael as well. I would strongly recommend Michael.
— Stuart Maxwell Alexander James
Really looked after my insurance needs
Michael really looked after my personal insurance needs. My financial circumstances had changed after returning from an overseas posting and upon referral from a work colleague I was delighted with the ease and navigational support that Michael was able to provide me. His support was outstanding and in addition he was able to point me in the direction of mortgage brokers and accounting services as well. I feel extremely comfortable recommending the team at Broadbent life to my friends and family, given the personalised and passionate service that Michael provides.
— Frances Benge CEO Cure Kids
Someone who really cares about his clients, with most becoming good friends
In July 2017 an appointment at Auckland Hospital for what was expected to be pinched nerves rapidly turned into a diagnosis of highly aggressive Acute Lymphatic Leukaemia. When you hear those words, time seems to stands still, your life goes on hold and you have a single focus of beating this illness. But time doesn’t stand still – life goes on as do the everyday stresses and anything that can be done to alleviate those for your family and yourself is desperately needed. I called Michael the day I was diagnosed and from there Michael was by my side, not only as my ‘insurance broker’, but a friend. He became the gate keeper between myself and the insurance company and took complete ownership of handling all matters related to this. It was more than I was expecting given experiences with past brokers and was one less thing we had to deal with. Michael is someone who really cares about his clients, with most becoming good friends. Having been through what I went through, having him by my side was invaluable.
— Mike Watkins Country Head JCDecaux
The right advice at the right time
Michael looks after us through his great product knowledge and industry savvy. He provides the advice we need at the right time, and doesn’t miss a step to ensure we’re always looked after. We’re glad to be working with the best.
— Isaac Rolfe & Rainui Teihotua Directors RIVER
He is truly a one in a million
I have known Michael Broadbent for a number of years and not only is he a great friend – he is the best insurance agent I have ever had. His professionalism is second to none. I have recommended him to a lot of my high profile clients who think exactly the same about him after meeting him. He is a selfless guy who not only devotes his time to his work and family but is also a huge supporter of charity work.
— Brendon Pongia Development Manager Cure Kids
I would refer Michael to anyone
I met Michael back in 2013 and since then we have become very good friends. At the time I had 4 Insurance brokers pitching me their services & I just kept putting it on the back burner even though I knew how important it was. Michael made it really easy and recommended the best insurance plan for me. He was by far the best broker I had been speaking with, so it was easy for me to make the decision to engage him to take care of all my insurance needs. The prices he got me were better than what others offered, and the service I have had from him over the past 5 years has been great. When I have had an enquiry on a policy or if we have needed anything from him he has always answered his phone and taken care of us immediately.
— Ricky Cave Ray White Remuera
Proactive interest in my insurance needs
Michael has acted as my insurance broker for the last 3 years. He has always taken a proactive interest in my insurance needs. I cannot speak highly enough of Michael's services and have no hesitation in recommending him.
— Dom Parat Owner Meekong Baby
Everything Just flowed with ease
Michael is a fabulous communicator, he was true to his word, I had great peace of mind, after he reviewed my insurance for my family and myself
— Chris Rupe S.P.Q.R.
A professional pleasure to recommend
Michael has been my risk consultant for over three years, and it is a professional pleasure for me to recommend Broadbent Ltd. Michael provides a trusting and confidential, full insurance plan for my wife, kids and I. Always an assurance specialist ...he actually cares how you structure your risk cover, providing sound / sensible insurance advice and a plan that covers the many changes we experience in our personal and professional lives. Insurance is a “must have”, so its good when you meet someone who makes the process of assessing your personal and professional risk simple!
— Patrick McAteer Independent Business Consultant Iconic Consultancy NZ
Trustworthy & Excellent Service
We really love Michael and his character. He is trustworthy and provides excellent service. Michael has made the process of dealing with insurance easy and painless. Michael made recommendations that no other agent had ever made, all the while saving us money in the end. We would recommend Michael to any of our friends or family.
— Matthew Harris & Simon Griggs Navigator Accounting
Caring for our kids
As a Dad, I’m absolutely passionate about Cure Kids. The work they do is phenomenal. Its vision is a healthy childhood for everyone. To make this happen they focus on raising funds for medical research to find cures for kids.
They fund research into childhood cancers, inherited heart conditions, cystic fibrosis, sudden unexpected death in infants (SUDI), stillbirth, burns, and child and adolescent mental health – to name a few.
Cure Kids are the largest funder of child health research outside the government. They support the best science possible to make a difference to the health and well-being of children in New Zealand.
As an associate partner - I’m proud to be able to help them do their incredible work.
Get the best advice
Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) was founded in 1927. It is an independent association of more than 43,000 members of the world's leading life insurance and financial services professionals.
Membership to MDRT is by invitation only. To be invited, an adviser needs to demonstrate exemplary performance and the highest standards of ethics, knowledge, service and productivity.
As a member of MDRT I have also acquired ‘Top of the Table’ status. This means I am in the top 1% of its advisers. MDRT membership provides certainty to my clients that I’m running a smooth, clean practice and have their best interests at heart.
Tips for success in life
I’m proud to be a monthly contributor to M2 magazine as part of their coach series. The purpose of the series is to inspire and help readers with tips and advice on insurance, sales and life. Read my M2 posts
Caring for our pets
As an advocate of both charity and community, I am a big supporter of Paw Justice and animal welfare through community support.
Paw Justice was formed in 2009 to help deal with the problem of animal abuse and neglect against pets in New Zealand. Such abuse has grown at alarming rates, both in frequency and severity
Paw Justice work with the Community to raise awareness about animal abuse. They act as advocates in the community for those animals and promote education and public awareness to bring about social change.
Paw Justice is supporting the many animals that need our help and I am proud to give Paw Justice my support.