This article was contributed by Roz Binday, President of Advocate Brokerage in Scardale: We all know how badly Sandy battered the Scarsdale area, but there is a bright side. It was mostly a wind event…not a flood event. Even worse, it could have been both. Windstorms, hurricanes and Nor’Easters all have the potential to cause different kinds of damage over...

As Hurricane Sandy makes its approach towards the East Coast of the United States, Advocate Brokerage Corp. wants to remind you how important it is to take preventive measures to protect your family, home and possessions. Hurricane preparedness checklist Preparing for hurricanes can be the difference between minor damage and catastrophic loss. The following information is intended to guide you...

Below is a link to some photos taken from the 2012 Scarsdale Concours d’Elegance Event that was held on Sunday, October 14th, 2012. It was a great day along with great crowd support. The show itself was very enjoyable as the cars were intertwined on the streets of the Scarsdale Village. This created a unique scenic backdrop as well as...

In today’s economy, people are looking to save money in any way possible. There are a variety of ways to control insurance costs, especially in regard to automobile insurance and part-time drivers. Do you have a son or daughter in college who drives only during vacation months? Are there multiple cars sitting around in your driveway getting limited use? If...

Technology has been making waves in the auto industry with the integration of customer smartphones, touchscreen driver interfaces and Internet radio streaming. Safety is also increasing with new technology. Auto manufacturers are implementing active braking and cruise control systems that can slow or stop a vehicle safely if an accident is imminent, even on the highway. Google is taking it...

As the summer months are upon us and vacation time is just ahead of you, there may be an opportunity for you to sublet your property to others; however, there are many risks in doing so and, if you rent, the decision may not be solely up to you. In the state of New York, it is required you receive...

Advocate Brokerage provides insurance for your business, as well as for your home and car. Worker’s compensation is one policy that no business should go without, as the lack of sufficient coverage could result in significant financial liability. According to a study from the National Council of Compensation Insurance based on data from 2007, there were more than eight million...

Urban or rural, if your home is located in a brush or woodland setting, you may face the very real threat of wildfire. Wildfires often begin quietly and then spread quickly, igniting brush, trees and even homes. Chubb can help protect your family, home and property from wildfire with a unique combination of coverage and services designed to meet your...

Urban or rural, if your home is located in a brush or woodland setting, you may face the very real threat of wildfire. Wildfires often begin quietly and then spread quickly, igniting brush, trees and even homes. Chubb can help protect your family, home and property from wildfire with a unique combination of coverage and services designed to meet your...

It’s summer time and the season for home renovations, deck installations, and lawn and garden makeovers. Of course, hiring a contractor to do all the work for you seems like the simplest option; however, if you don’t do proper research on your contractor, you may find yourself doing a lot more work than you anticipated.   Contractors can be a...