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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2019

Why Its Vital to Buy Insurance Before Launching a Small Business

It’s 2018, and a lot of people are starting their own businesses. Entrepreneurs and startup gurus are giving advice on creating firm, effective foundations.image of cafe owner working

If you’re trying to start your own business, though, you’ll need to get a business insurance policy. The small business world is competitive. It’s also difficult to engage. In many ways, your business insurance policy is vital. Should something happen in your business, you will likely need to recover quickly.

General Liability Coverage is Key

Specifically, your general liability insurance package is important. Comprehensive coverage will insure your business against several problem areas a lot of businesses encounter. These might include:

  • Workplace injuries
  • Accidents
  • Product dangers
  • Legal troubles

Your business’s liability coverage likely won't cover everything. However, it should protect against the most common business dangers. You can even buy extra liability policies to cover specific dangers. For example, you can buy errors and omissions liability to protect your business against for work-related mistakes. These might be things like giving bad business advice.

Property Insurance Should Be Standard

Even if you’re working on a startup business, you shouldn’t neglect your property insurance. Property insurance usually comes with an all-risk basis. An all-risk policy can protect the business from most threats. This includes threats your policy doesn’t mention. However, you should carefully review your policy’s exclusions. Make sure your business has coverage from major threats like fire, hail or wind damage.

You’ll Need a Life Insurance Policy for Loans

A lot of banks require proof of a life insurance policy before they’ll lend money. If you’re starting a small business, you’ll probably need such loans to get off the ground. A lot of life insurance policies come as term life insurance. You only have to carry them for a certain number of years. Therefore, after you've paid back your loan, you can do away with the life insurance if you feel inclined. Once you’ve secured your business insurance, make sure you have an effective life insurance policy to complement it.

Because every business is different, every business insurance policy is different. Make sure you’re protected before launching your small business. Take your time, and make sure you’re buying a plan which covers your business’s specific practices. If you can protect yourself financially, physically and legally, you’ll be able to grow with few restraints. Remember: Your business comes first. Protect yourself before expanding. Then, contact your provider to identify new plan options.

Also Read: Commercial Auto Insurance Savings - 3 Ways to Lower Your Rates

Posted 10:09 AM

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