Summer gardening and upkeep is a popular pastime, one that many of us at Advocate Brokerage enjoy, but also one that comes with some serious health risks. According to the Better Health Channel, about one in five do-it-yourself injuries occur when gardening. But there are many ways to get the work done and stay safe at the same time. Below,...

We at Advocate Brokerage take pride in the companies that we work with to provide top quality service and solutions for every insurance need. ACE Group’s Private Risk Services division, which offers industry-leading risk management and protection services, announced last week that they are adding complementary identity protection and fraud resolution services for ACE’s high-net-worth personal insurance policy owners. To...

We at Advocate Brokerage take pride in the companies that we work with to provide top quality service and solutions for every insurance need. ACE Group’s Private Risk Services division, which offers industry-leading risk management and protection services, announced last week that they are adding complementary identity protection and fraud resolution services for ACE’s high-net-worth personal insurance policy owners. To...

Summer is here along with all of the fun activities associated with warmer weather. Swimming is an excellent way to cool off from the summer heat and is a great way to exercise. Though a popular summer spot to rest and recreate, swimming pools can be dangerous, causing about 43,000 personal injuries and more than 600 drowning deaths a year....

Previously, we posted about how to prepare a classic car that has been garaged for the winter months. Since not everyone owns a classic or collector car, we want to give a few tips on preparing any vehicle to help keep it running smooth this summer. Advocate Brokerage does not just protect your vehicle with insurance; we want to help...

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...

The American "road trip" is a thing of tradition and legend. It has inspired countless films, stories and even poetry. Whether it's returning home from school or taking a vacation with friends or family, road trips can be great fun, no matter what your destination. At Advocate Brokerage, we want to help make your next road-going adventure better though our...

With warmer weather and clean roads, it is time to begin the process of readying classic and exotic cars for a summer of cruising, car shows, and/or daily driving. Many of these cars have been tucked away in a garage all winter, under cover, to wait for better days. The weather and accident risk associated with driving any collector’s car...

Every three-to-five years, insurance industry rates adjust affecting many consumers. This year, many sectors are being impacted and rates are climbing for scores of carriers. In 2011, rates began to rise and increases have been slowly rolling through insurance providers throughout 2012, reflecting another industry-wide pricing cycle. At Advocate Brokerage, some of these changes have already been put into place...

Advocate Brokerage is an active community member around the tri-state area that we serve. Wee feel that is part of our responsibility to the individuals and business we insure. Greyston Foundation and Bakery based in Yonkers, New York, is a model for comprehensive and sustainable community development, we at Advocate are proud to support its work. The Foundation touches over...