Managing Risk
How to Protect Your Small Business From Floods
For three days in August 2016, parts of Louisiana saw rains that exceeded those of Hurricane Katrina. The torrential downpours dropped more than 30 inches of rain in some regions of the state—three times that of the infamous hurricane.... Continue
Why Small Business Owners Shouldn’t Underestimate the Risk of Power Outages
When the electricity goes out at home, it's often a simple inconvenience. Usually you can remedy this temporary situation with a flashlight and a good book or some board games. But for small business owners, the cost of power outages due... Continue
Home-Based Business Owner? Watch Out for These 5 Big Risks
Many home-based business owners treat their operations informally—but you shouldn't. While running a business from home may indeed afford many comforts like working in your pajamas or taking breaks to walk your dog, there are still many... Continue
The 4 Cyber Attacks Business Owners Need to Watch Out For
With COVID-19 pushing customers online to shop more than ever before, protecting your business and customer data is a must. By educating yourself on some of the most common cyber threats, you can begin to take action to protect your... Continue
9 Signs Your Small Business is About to Get Hacked
You can never really tell if your small business is going to be hacked. But the likelihood is high. In fact, according to a 2015 report, 62% of small and medium sized companies have been hit by a data breach. Even if you take every... Continue
Commercial Property Insurance Tax-Deductions: Everything You Need to Know
[This article has been updated to reflect the new tax law that went into effect on January 1, 2018] As the actress Helen Mirren has said, “I don't believe that if you do good, good things will happen. Everything is completely accidental... Continue
5 Tips for Choosing a Commercial Property Insurance Plan
The macro-economic picture of the United States now looks stronger following the Great Recession that began in 2008. And, as a part of this economic recovery, demand for construction services has begun to grow and commercial property... Continue