As more businesses, large and small, have moved parts of their operations online during the COVID-19 pandemic, employees have become increasingly vulnerable to online scams like phishing attacks. According to the Federal Trade Commission, scammers often use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your private information. Scammers may try to steal your …
What Business Insurance Do I Need as a Consultant?
You’ve developed your network. You’re an expert in your field. You’ve filled your portfolio with client success stories. And now you’re ready to take the next steps and become an independent consultant or the owner of a consulting business. But how do you make sure your hard work is protected against risk? One of the …
Indexed Annuities Can Be A Great Way To Manage Your Retirement Income
In a time of economic uncertainty like the COVID-19 pandemic, an annuity could be a safer way to invest your money than the stock market. That may especially be true if you’re looking at early retirement. Many people look to annuities as a way to receive periodic payments once you no longer receive a salary. …
Protect Your New Online Store with Small Business Insurance
More businesses large and small are moving parts of their operations online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re getting ready to launch your online store or other operations, business insurance can be one of the most important decisions you make. According to a recent Associated Press article entitled “As shoppers stay away, small stores …
Resuming Business During COVID-19
If your business has been closed or operating in reduced capacity because of the coronavirus, here’s what to consider when it comes to resuming business. You will need to make your own decision of when to resume operations based on changing business restrictions and your ability to meet current requirements designed to limit the spread …
Auto Insurance Companies Extend Coronavirus Refunds
Several auto insurers are extending their insurance rebates and credits into June and beyond in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Allstate Allstate says it is extending its rebates to personal auto insurance customers because those customers are driving less and getting in fewer accidents during the coronavirus pandemic. Allstate said in a news release …