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Starting a small business is a BIG deal! Being prepared is key!

Congratulations! You have started your own business. You're done working for a boss and you ARE the boss now. We live in a society that is shifting to local and appreciate the service of a smaller business. What do you do now? What do you need to be prepared for? Here are some tips for new business owners and some things to consider for your business insurance.


  1. Getting insurance is important even for very small businesses or side hustles. The primary reason for this is liability. Your homeowners policy doesn't automatically extend coverage to your business operation. Depending on what your business is sometimes we can provide coverage through an extension from your homeowners policy. Otherwise a specific policy designed for your business will be required.

  2. If you are a first time business owner, finding insurance coverage can be difficult. A lot of insurer's prefer to insure businesses that have a track record and have been in business for some time. Contact MR Insured for help navigating first time business insurance.

  3. Be prepared to provide details of your business including your gross annual revenue (GAR), the types of tools and equipment you may have and what their value is, do you own or rent building space for your business, details of your building, details of your operations including the industry you are in, and where you do your business.

  4. Make sure you are working with an insurance provider who you are confident working with. They should feel like a business partner and be helping you focus on YOUR business rather than worrying if you have the appropriate coverage are if you are paying too much.

Here are some coverages to look for when you are getting business insurance. Remember you should always work with a licensed insurance representative that you can trust and who provides you with appropriate recommendations specific to your business.

- Commercial General Liability

- Property Coverage

- Tools & Equipment Coverage

- Stock Coverage

- Installation Floater

- Wrap up Liability

- Non owned auto Liability

- Equipment Breakdown

- Water Escape Coverage (Sewer back up & Flood)

- Cyber Coverage


Call MR Insured today for more information 226-228-2814.

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