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Find out how your business could be the target of a product liability case, take a look at actual examples of product liability lawsuits, and learn how you can protect yourself from this type of...

Average reading time: 10 minutes
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Keyman insurance pays a death benefit to a small business if an owner, top executive, or other crucial team member passes away. It provides funds for the business to continue operating if the key...

Average reading time: 7 minutes
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Considering joining the remodeling industry? Don't forget to take these important steps.
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There are a number of business tax deductions that can help you save money. Learn about which deductions your small business could be eligible for this year.
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The licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements for general contractors vary by state. Having the right insurance and bonding helps keep you financially protected, and it's required for some jobs...

Average reading time: 8 minutes
Two cybersecurity specialists performing pen testing for a small business.

Penetration testing (pen testing) is key to qualifying for cyber insurance, as it helps businesses identify and fix vulnerabilities before cyberattacks occur. Many insurers require regular pen tests...

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Business insurance tips

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Keyman insurance pays a death benefit to a small business if an owner, top executive, or other crucial team member passes away. It provides funds for the business to continue operating if the key...

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Protect your business from common cybersecurity threats with these techniques that can keep your business safe while saving you money by lowering your insurance costs.
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Just like going to the doctor for a checkup every year, it's critical to do the same for your business. One way to keep your company healthy is to assess your insurance coverage and current policies...

Growing a business

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There are a number of business tax deductions that can help you save money. Learn about which deductions your small business could be eligible for this year.
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If you want to grow your photography business, you’ll need to expand your client roster. There are a variety of ways to attract new customers to your photography business, like developing a solid...

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From government programs to private and nonprofit sectors, there are many resources to help veterans in their business endeavors. The organizations listed here can help veterans transition from being...

Starting a business

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Considering joining the remodeling industry? Don't forget to take these important steps.
General contractors discussing on job site

The licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements for general contractors vary by state. Having the right insurance and bonding helps keep you financially protected, and it's required for some jobs...

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The licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements for plumbers vary by state. Having the right insurance and bonding can help keep you financially protected, and may be required for some jobs within...

Freelancing

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Cybersecurity consultants can expect to see continued demand for their services, given the increasing number of cyberattacks worldwide and the cost of dealing with them.
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Photographers often need liability insurance and equipment coverage to work at weddings. Though you can purchase coverage for a one-day event, you may want a year-long policy if you frequently shoot...

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The gig economy has been on the rise for years and that means that there has been a rise in gig worker insurance to protect one’s business.

Data security for small businesses

Two cybersecurity specialists performing pen testing for a small business.

Penetration testing (pen testing) is key to qualifying for cyber insurance, as it helps businesses identify and fix vulnerabilities before cyberattacks occur. Many insurers require regular pen tests...

Cybersecurity experts discussing over a computer
Protect your business from common cybersecurity threats with these techniques that can keep your business safe while saving you money by lowering your insurance costs.
A cybersecurity consultant reviews a client's cyber policy with them

As the saying goes, "time is money," and when data breaches and other issues stand in the way of doing business, they can add up to real dollars lost. Find out how business interruption coverage in...

Human resources and hiring

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Workers' compensation covers the costs of work-related injuries and illnesses, like medical bills and lost wages. Here’s how workers’ comp insurance works, and what you need to know as a business...

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For most small businesses, having a reliable team of employees is essential. But instead of hiring employees on a full-time basis, you might find that contingent workers, or temporary employees, are...

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When you suspect that an employee has been stealing from your business, there are a few best practices you can utilize to prepare and respond to this situation.

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Technology business insurance protects IT and other tech companies from unexpected lawsuits and other risks. It can be required by state law or in client contracts.
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Cleaning business insurance protects janitorial services and other cleaning companies from unexpected lawsuits and other risks. It can be required by state law or in client contracts.
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In this video, hear directly from Jennifer Cromly, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Customer Segmentation, on why Insureon is proud to support small businesses with affordable insurance...

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