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Construction Insurance: Best Companies, Costs and Coverage

General and professional liability insurance are a must. But construction companies may also need specialized coverage, like builder’s risk.

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Lacie Glover, Kelsey Sheehy

Merchant Financing: What It Is and How to Find It

If you can't qualify for more traditional business loan options, merchant financing can offer fast access to capital.

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Randa Kriss, Rosalie Murphy

Certificate of Liability Insurance: What It Is, How to Get One

A certificate of liability insurance proves you have coverage. Buy a policy, then download your certificate of insurance.

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Rosalie Murphy

Cheap Business Insurance: Calculator, How to Manage Costs

Estimate your business insurance premiums, then shop around for the best coverage.

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Rosalie Murphy

Massage Insurance: Best Companies, Coverage and Costs

Most massage therapists need professional and general liability insurance, at a minimum.

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Lacie Glover, Kelsey Sheehy

Best Commercial Truck Insurance Companies 2026

These providers have flexible coverage options to meet your needs, whether you’re a for-hire driver or run a fleet.

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Kelsey Sheehy

Commercial Insurance: What You Need, Best Companies

Commercial insurance protects businesses and their assets from liability, property damage and other risks.

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Rosalie Murphy

Business Hazard Insurance: Cost, Definition, Providers

Business hazard insurance is another name for property insurance. It can help you repair or replace your building or its contents.

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Rosalie Murphy

PPP Is Gone, But Government Help for Small Businesses Isn’t

Government funding is still available for businesses in need of COVID relief or capital. Here are the options.

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Randa Kriss

How to Start a Business in 15 Steps

Starting a business requires planning, patience and a lot of paperwork. Here's how to start a business, step by step.

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Tina Orem, Rosalie Murphy, Hillary Crawford

E-Commerce Business Insurance: Best Companies and Coverage Types

Most online retail businesses should have general liability insurance with product liability coverage.

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Retail Insurance: What You Need, Best Options

Retail insurance protects your business from lawsuits and property damage. It may be required for a commercial lease.

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Rosalie Murphy

LLC Insurance: What Coverage You Need, Best Options

LLCs need general liability insurance or a business owner's policy, and potentially more. Most can buy coverage online.

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Rosalie Murphy

Cleaning Business Insurance: Best Options, How to Get Coverage

Insuring and bonding your cleaning business builds trust with your clients while protecting your company assets.

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Rosalie Murphy, Lacie Glover

Handyman Insurance: Best Companies, Coverage and Costs

Most handymen will need general liability insurance, commercial auto coverage and protection for their tools and equipment.

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Lacie Glover, Randa Kriss

Do Consultants Need Professional Liability Insurance?

Sole proprietor consultants may be personally responsible for damages without professional liability coverage.

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Kelsey Sheehy

Certificate of Insurance: What It Is, How to Get One

A certificate of insurance proves your company has business insurance. You may need to show it to your clients.

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Rosalie Murphy

General Liability Insurance for Contractors: Coverage, Cost, Providers

General liability insurance protects your business from potential lawsuits and other claims and may be required as part of a contract.

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Rosalie Murphy, Randa Kriss

How Much Does Professional Liability Insurance Cost?

A clean claims history can help you save money on your professional liability coverage.

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Kelsey Sheehy

Business Renters Insurance: What It Covers, Who Needs It

Here's how business renters insurance works, which businesses need it and how much it costs.

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Randa Kriss