Rod Smith & McDermott Insurance

04/02/2025

Meet Scott—a new face for some, but someone who shares our commitment to protecting local businesses.

Zanesville and Newark are in good hands. 💪

Meet Scott, one of the owners helping lead LGMW across central Ohio!

Scott works closely with businesses throughout the region, offering tailored commercial insurance solutions with a personal touch.

Learn more about Scott and how he’s supporting our local communities: https://www.leavitt.com/midwest/blog/the-faces-behind-lgmw-your-local-owners

04/02/2025

As we grow, we’re adding new faces with the same small-town values.
Jeff is our Personal Lines VP and part of the LGMW team backing your local Zanesville and Newark offices. Give him a wave! 👋

Say hello to Jeff, one of the key leaders at LGMW in the personal lines department! He leads our Westerville office, but he's from Zanesville - so he fits right in with our recent new additions across Ohio.

Jeff focuses on helping families throughout central Ohio find the perfect fit for their personal insurance needs. Backed by years of experience, he’s dedicated to making sure you have options and coverage you can count on.

Get to know Jeff and the LGMW team: https://www.leavitt.com/midwest/blog/the-faces-behind-lgmw-your-local-owners

03/19/2025

You know Chris--he's still here, still local, and now part of LGMW! With more carrier options and even more ways to help, Chris and our team are excited to keep supporting you in Zanesville and beyond.

Take a look at our Meet the Owner series happening on the Leavitt Group Midwest page over the next few weeks.

📍 Say hello to Chris, a key part of our LGMW leadership team!

Chris brings years of experience serving the Zanesville area and is dedicated to making insurance personal and local.

Learn more about Chris and how LGMW is expanding to better serve you - and keep an eye out as we reintroduce our leadership team with our new Meet the Owner series!

https://www.leavitt.com/midwest/blog/the-faces-behind-lgmw-your-local-owners

03/19/2025

You already know Matt—now, he’s part of something even bigger! Same trusted service, more options, and even stronger support. Take a look at our Meet the Owner series happening on the Leavitt Group Midwest page in the next few weeks.

📍 Meet Matt, one of the newest owners at LGMW!

With strong ties to the Newark and Zanesville communities, Matt is focused on continuing to provide local, personalized service—now backed by even more resources.

Get to know Matt and the values he brings to our growing team, and keep an eye our as we reintroduce our leadership team with our new Meet the Owner series!

https://www.leavitt.com/midwest/blog/the-faces-behind-lgmw-your-local-owners

12/27/2024

How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.

12/25/2024

Do you know this leading cause of fatal home fires?

Do you know unattended cooking is a leading cause of fatal home fires?

12/23/2024

Check out this video on taxes.

Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

12/20/2024

Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment.

For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.

12/18/2024

Your needs don’t stay the same when the nest empties, but what changes?

Do your insurance needs stay the same when the nest empties?

12/16/2024

Do you need umbrella insurance? Find out more.

Umbrella liability can be a fairly inexpensive way to help shelter current assets and future income from the unexpected.

12/13/2024

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles, and online accounts?

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?

12/11/2024

How many credit cards do you have?

The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.