When starting a business, most people focus too much on what should go right and forget to account for what could go wrong. While risk is a part of doing business, small businesses may not have extensive resources like large companies to deal with them. This leaves small businesses more vulnerable despite facing similar risks […]
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Storm Season: Key Differences Between Flood & Water Damage That Can Affect Your Business or Home
Many of us have been thrilled at the sight of blooming buds and warmer temperatures, both signs that summer is upon us. However, the new season can bring with it a threat of natural disaster, from tornados to hail storms. As we prepare for the upcoming storm season, we sometimes forget the importance of being […]
Interview With Galen Hair: Insurance Claim HQ Owner and #1 Client Advocate
We all know that being prepared can save you loads of time and money. But sometimes, it is difficult to know what to prepare for. Galen Hair, Owner of Insurance Claim HQ, has seen it all — from hurricanes and floods to holiday lighting ‘disasters’ — and his expertise makes us feel confident that clients […]
How to Save on Your Small Business (and Personal) Insurance
Insurance is important when you want to protect the things you hold dear. If you are getting insurance for your personal or small business needs, you want to be sure that you have the best coverage possible. However, it is also important to consider the costs of insurance. Don’t spend more than necessary. The cost […]
4 Expert Tips for Starting and Developing Your Own Business
There I was, working at a fancy law firm as an insurance defense lawyer. Yes, I was making a lot of money, but it wasn’t what I had envisioned… Growing up poor in Arlington, TX, my family couldn’t afford electricity. So I knew getting a full ride scholarship was the only way college would be […]
Alfie Usher: From Paratrooper to Military Insurance Entrepreneur
Alfie Usher, 33, served in the UK’s military parachute regiment with a career spanning nearly a decade, including two stints in Afghanistan. Upon his return to civilisation, he was met with many challenges. After finding that financial products were significantly cheaper once he had left the army for civilian life, Usher founded Forces Compare, a […]
Prepare for Unexpected Changes: 6 Tips to Manage Financial Risk
If we learned anything in 2020 it was that every business should plan for the unprecedented and the unthinkable. Whether your business struggled to survive, or actually thrived and grew due to the unexpected opportunities that the situation created, now is a great time to carry out a review of potential risks for the future […]
How to Prevent Home Title Fraud
Over a third of American homeowners have 100% of their equity in their property. On average, 77% of a 65-year-old’s wealth is in their home. A home is most people’s most valuable asset, but few people are doing enough to protect it. Locking doors and installing alarms won’t protect a home from title theft; scammers […]
Is the Future of Auto Insurance a Good Deal?
Of the many things that changed in 2020, a major one amongst Americans was driving habits. According to Autoinsurance.org, some parts of America saw a 60 percent drop in mileage in March. With less driving, there were fewer low-speed accidents. With fewer accidents and an increase in financial struggles, many auto insurers gave back to […]
What to Look for in a Small Business Insurance Provider
Finding the right insurance policy for your business is going to be crucial, but you also need to make sure that this policy is coming from the right provider. Let’s take a look at some of the things that you should be focusing on if you want to find insurance policies that best benefit your […]