A Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) is a specific insurance policy purchased by general contractors to coordinate general liability for construction projects. Also called wrap-up insurance, CCIPs are controlled by contractors rather than project development owners. The cost for a CCIP starts at 1% of the construction costs with policy durations extending past construction completion….

Staffing agency insurance is a set of business policies agency owners can purchase to protect their assets. Each policy covers different risks many employment agencies face by paying for the costs associated with them. At a minimum, most agencies need general liability to cover third-party injuries and property damage and cost $400 – $1,000 annually….

Commercial flood insurance protects a business’ building and contents in the event of a flood. This specialty insurance protects against water damage that isn’t covered by other insurance policies. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)-backed pricing varies depending on where a business is in a flood zone but starts at $650 and can exceed $10,000 annually….

Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance covers the costs of legal defense, damages, or settlements if directors or officers of a company are sued for alleged wrongful acts. It protects those who could be held personally responsible for private companies, nonprofits, and educational institutions, and typically costs about $3,000 per year for $1 million in coverage….

Equipment breakdown coverage protects your business from the costs and loss of income resulting from sudden damage and malfunction of vital business equipment. This insurance includes coverage for furnaces; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; refrigeration systems; diagnostic machines; and computer equipment. Small business insurance policies with elected equipment breakdown coverage typically start around…

Commercial property insurance covers the building that houses a business along with office equipment, inventory, signs, and machinery in owned or leased locations. Small business owners may consider commercial building insurance as a standalone lessors risk policy exclusively for the building or combine other coverage with typical annual costs starting around $750. Top Commercial Property…

Ocean marine insurance is a group of policies business owners need when their operations involve maritime activities like shipping items via foreign or domestic waters. Policies can cover the cargo, the ship, or the shipowner’s liability when operating the vessel. Ocean marine insurance for cargo typically costs 0.1% to 2% of the cargo’s value. offers…

Trade show insurance is a specialized liability policy for exhibitors during a trade show or expo. Trade show producers expect to be named insureds on policies that typically have a minimum of $1 million in liability protection. Single event costs start at $150, but businesses that participate in many shows every year may save with…

Security guard insurance covers security companies and sole proprietors for general liability, professional liability, business property, and workers’ compensation. While a security guard company can get all policies at one carrier, there are multiple policies that make up security guard insurance. The total minimum premium for all required policies starts around $6,000 annually. Security Guard…