Opening up your own lawn business this year? Before you buy the trailer and mower, commit to a customer schedule, and mow the first lawn, make sure your business is set up properly. Here’s what you need to know before you get started. What Services You’ll Offer Lawn care and landscaping is much more than […]
The world knows about the tragic deaths at the Astroworld Festival during a rap concert in 2021. It’s every concert attendee, performer, and organizer’s worst nightmare. It wasn’t the first time tragedy has struck during a concert. The Who in 1979, Pearl Jam in 2000, Great White in 2003…the list goes on and on. Not […]
Your business owners policy (BOP) helps protect the basics of your business: property damage, business interruption, and general liability. That’s a good starting point but it’s not enough for most companies. Here are things your BOP doesn’t cover and what coverage you need to protect your business. Driving for Business Purposes Any driving you do […]
You finally did it. You left the nine to five, made the leap, and now work for yourself. There’s a lot to worry about once you become self-employed, including what you’ll do when things go wrong. Make sure you protect yourself and your new business with the right self-employed business insurance coverage. Every business is […]
In July, one ransomware attack on a software company impacted as many as 1500 businesses. The company shut down the attack within an hour after it happened. If they hadn’t, the attack could have impacted tens of thousands of small businesses. Ransomware attacks are on the rise and 71 percent of the victims are small […]
Working on a new start-up? Taking meetings? Working on funding? Building your business and marketing plans? As a start-up, there’s a lot going on and a lot you need to think about including how you’ll protect your business. Have you thought about business insurance yet? If not, here’s what you need to know. Why Your […]
General liability insurance? Check! Commercial property insurance? Check! Think that’s all the business insurance you need? Wrong! Every business faces unique challenges and risks which means every business needs insurance tailored to their needs. If you only have the basic coverage, you’re missing out on a lot of protection. Here are several overlooked (but very […]
Starting a business, especially one you can do from your home, is exciting and nerve-wracking. You’re taking control of your income, following your passion, and doing something you love! Of course, you’re thinking about supplies, marketing, how much to charge, what tools you need, and everything that goes into running a successful business. Maybe you’re […]
Curbside pickup was almost unheard of pre-pandemic. Now, it’s a necessary option to make sure you’re not turning away business unnecessarily. It’s also a great way to reduce the exposure to COVID-19 that your employees face. Whether you implemented curbside pickup early or you’re just starting, there are a few things to do and consider […]
As a business owner, you’ve likely heard many times how important general liability insurance is to your business. It’s the first and most important insurance policy you may ever purchase. But it’s important to know what it does and doesn’t cover, so you can make smart and strategic decisions for your business. Here’s what you […]
