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What Is a Surety Bond?

By Tricia Tetreault on June 15, 2021 | Insurance, Ultimate Guide

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A surety bond is a type of financial coverage that is designed to guarantee the performance of contractual obligations by the contractor who purchases it. A bond is generally required by the owners of the project for the primary contractors to purchase but can also be required by general contractors for subcontractors to purchase. Surety…

What Is a General Liability Audit?

By Kimberlee Leonard on May 26, 2021 | Insurance, What is

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A general liability audit is when your insurance agency reviews your risk exposure based on payroll, gross sales, and employees’ job duties. It’s a way to make sure that you have the proper amount of coverage and are paying the correct amount for general liability insurance. Why Insurers Audit General Liability Policies General liability policies…

General Liability Insurance Coverage & Cost

By Kimberlee Leonard on May 25, 2021 | Insurance, Ultimate Guide

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Commercial general liability insurance (CGL) protects businesses from financial losses due to third-party claims for bodily injury or property damage, making it one of the most important insurance policies any business will buy. General liability insurance costs vary, but the majority of small business owners pay between $400 and $1,000 per year. What Is General…

The Difference Between Bonded and Insured & Why You Need Both

By Kimberlee Leonard on April 19, 2021 | Insurance, Versus

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Sometimes, you may hear a contractor say that they are bonded and insured, but what this means can be a little bit of a mystery. Being bonded means you have purchased a surety bond that offers limited guarantees to clients. Being insured means that you have an insurance policy that protects against accidents and liabilities,…

How Is General Liability Premium Calculated?

By Kimberlee Leonard on April 19, 2021 | How To, Insurance

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Ever wonder why your general liability premium is more than your buddy’s business insurance costs? It’s not an unreasonable question to wonder this and try to determine how general liability insurance is calculated. Depending on the unique factors of your business, insurance companies will rate the risk and determine your premium. Here are some insights…

Insurance Broker vs Carrier: Which Should You Choose?

By Kimberlee Leonard on April 14, 2021 | Insurance, Versus

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There is more than one way to buy a commercial general liability insurance policy. You can buy it directly from the carrier, through an agent, or via a broker. The carrier is responsible for maintaining the terms of the insurance contract, also known as a policy. An agent works on behalf of an insurance carrier…

10 Workplace Injury Statistics Every Business Owner Should Know

By Virginia Hamill on April 6, 2021 | Insurance, Statistics

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The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) publishes an annual compilation of workplace injury statistics that policymakers use to improve working conditions and address safety concerns across the country. While not every injury recorded by the BLS is covered by workers’ comp, business owners can draw on the information to identify and mitigate risks…

Texas Workers’ Compensation: Laws, Costs & Providers

By Kimberlee Leonard on March 26, 2021 | Insurance, Ultimate Guide

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Texas workers’ compensation laws are unique because they don’t require employers to have coverage. Businesses that do buy policies are covered for their obligations after a worker is injured, including the workers’ medical expenses, prescriptions, and partial weekly wages. Texas employers can expect to pay an average of 55 cents for every $100 of payroll…

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