When you think of property insurance the first thing that comes to mind is probably fire. At least that was the main concern when insurance companies were first formed in the U.S. back in the 18th century. But according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.), “Water damage is one of the most common and costly […]
September 30, 2015
When people really care about something they want the best for it. The best for their kids, for their home, for their car. When they don’t care that much they often settle and “go cheap.” We have found over the years that when it comes to their families and businesses, our clients want the best […]
September 23, 2015
At Scalzo, Zogby & Wittig, we’re always on the lookout for ideas than can make your life a little easier. We found a terrific resource the other day for help taking control of your finances and making good decisions about your money. It’s called the Financial Self-Defense Kit and it’s available here. You’ll find information […]
September 16, 2015
Have you reached that time in life when the kids are gone, retirement is on the horizon, and your busy family life finally calms down? It’s a great time to be alive here in the Utica Rome area and that includes lower rates on your car insurance. Mature drivers 50 years old and up should […]
September 9, 2015
Buying a new house can be a mix of excitement, apprehension, and effort. It’s important to consider all the responsibilities and challenges that come with owning a home. We don’t normally think about “What damage could happen to our home?” as we normally think “Wow, this living room is going to be our favorite spot […]
September 1, 2015
Benjamin Franklin invented bifocals, the lightning rod, and the Franklin stove among other things. He was a founding father, scientist, author, publisher, and he adorns America’s $100 bill. And, oh, by the way, he helped establish one of the first insurance companies in America. And it’s still in business. In 1752, he founded the Philadelphia […]
August 26, 2015
Stephen King was almost killed by a car that struck him while he was walking alongside the road in Maine. It happened quite a few years ago and, thankfully for him, his family, and his fans, he survived. Whether you are walking along the road or, as so many here in the Utica area enjoy, […]
August 18, 2015
You hear it all the time, especially from younger drivers. I want some “cheap car insurance.” They’ve saved their money and put it all into a used car and they look at car insurance as a necessary evil. The car is fun. The car is freedom. But it isn’t worth much and the insurance is […]
August 5, 2015
Bikes are a blast. Riding is fun, fast, and healthy. Thing is, you are not protected like you are in a car so safety is a big concern on a bike. We consulted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for some tips on bike safety. Keep in mind that on the roadway bikes are legally […]
July 21, 2015
We were speaking with a friend the other day who is tired of the constant repairs he’s having to make to his 2006 vehicle. It’s one thing, then the other…steering mechanism and fluid replaced, struts, breaks, tires that can’t hold air…on and on. Then looking at the ads in the Utica Observer Dispatch, he noticed […]
July 14, 2015
