Saving money has become an art form. Consumers clip coupons to save a few cents on groceries, wait until sales to make any other type of purchase, and even scan the online local exchanges looking for furniture and housewares. It’s true that Long Islanders are a thrifty group. We are too! Grillo & Associates advocates [...]

It is vitally important for every local business, regardless of its size or industry, to have business insurance. This type of coverage will protect assets, employees, your office, warehouse or other facility, equipment, and even your enterprise itself against losses and liability. That’s why Grillo & Associates, the leading Long Island business insurance agency, wants [...]

Every business wants to serve their customers and clients well, but at the same time we all have our eyes on our bottom line. Regardless of their industry, most business owners know it is very important to have adequate business liability insurance; however, the costs for this type of policy will rise along with its [...]

When our clients consult with Grillo & Associates, we often field questions about the purpose of and need for personal insurance. In New York, residents and businesses face considerably higher costs for everyday expenses. So it is completely understandable that they question the need for some coverages. In addition, its title confuses many. What is [...]

Grillo & Associates highly respects each and every one of our clients. However, when a business owner asks us, “Is business liability insurance really necessary?” we are tempted to reply, “How important is it for you to stay in business?” The need for liability insurance for every business is extremely important, a no-brainer if you [...]

Grillo & Associates believes in transparency, especially with our customers. So to answer the title question, “Is Commercial Insurance the Same as Business Insurance” the answer is yes, they are one and the same. But wait! Now that we’ve established that fact, we invite you to continue reading this posting to learn more about the [...]

The waters around Long Island are spectacular and each offers boaters, their friends, and family many opportunities this summer to get out on our waterways and recreate. The Long Island Sound offers protected yet deep channels that are ideal for a lazy day on the water. Cast a line and go fishing for stripers and [...]

New York is known as a city of innovation across every type of industry. This is partly due to the fact that Manhattan is an expansive cultural hub where nearly every nationality is well-represented. Another reason is that competition, while stressful, also spurs greater achievement. Around the world, New York City is known as a [...]

To those living in other parts of the country, Long Island is where the Hamptons, the playground of the rich and famous, are located. While it is fun to imagine what living the carefree lives of celebrities would be like, the reality is that most Long Island residents are homeowners, with families, one or two [...]

More and more people at various stages of their lives are choosing to rent rather than buy their homes. The reasons are many and range from recent graduates not having a downpayment or the earning power to purchase a home as yet, to those whose jobs are transferred every couple of years, and increasingly, empty [...]