Insurance

What insurance do you need when growing your business?

11 September

More than half (53.3%) of all Australian small businesses expect to grow in 2024, according to research released by accounting body CPA Australia. This is great news for the many dynamic entrepreneurs running these exciting ventures. As your...[Read More]

Insurance essentials for franchisees

11 September

Franchising is a popular business model and is often a way for people to start out running their own business because it provides so much support and guidance. There are also franchise models in virtually every industry, from the popular fast food...[Read More]

Ten Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Businesses in the Digital Age

5 September

Integrating cybersecurity into the fabric of small business operations requires both strategic planning and practical measures. Safeguarding a small business in today’s digital landscape demands a robust strategy and the seamless integration of...[Read More]

Types of insurance you may need for professional services

29 August

Your job as a professional requires you to apply your expertise to satisfy the requirements of your clientele/patients. Your customers count on you to provide high-quality services and expert guidance. However, despite your best efforts, there’s...[Read More]

Insurance for tradies – coverage for your business

29 August

Tradespeople provide the wiring, plumbing, plastering, building, and other services that keep us connected to each other, comfortably warm or cool, and living in safe, well-constructed homes. Some tradies also work to keep properties or landscapes...[Read More]

Renter’s insurance – reasons why it’s good for both the tenants and the landlords

22 August

If you live in a residential building or apartment complex, it’s natural for certain fears to cross your mind. For example, if a fire accident or flooding occurs through no fault of your own, who pays for the replacement of your possessions that...[Read More]

How to find out if your small business is underinsured

21 August

You may be paying for insurance, but if you’re underinsured, you could be taking a big risk. In the case of a disaster, you might have to pay the balance between the amount insured and the actual costs. For example, if the cost of replacing your...[Read More]

What your small business needs to know about lithium battery risks

14 August

Lithium batteries are in everything from smart phones to electric vehicles and are crucial for powering many of the devices and equipment you use across your business. Despite their wide range of uses, lithium batteries also pose significant risks...[Read More]

Dealing with a natural disaster: A small business how to guide

14 August

Bushfire, cyclone, flood – Australia is no stranger to natural disasters. Their effects can be devastating for small businesses that have their operations disrupted or their assets damaged or destroyed. Here’s a guide on what to do if your...[Read More]

Insurance in the gig economy: what workers need to know

7 August

When you’re working in the gig economy you have the flexibility to choose the days and hours you work. There’s also a wide range of jobs on offer, from driving for a rideshare service, delivering food or providing household services, to...[Read More]

Contractors Insurance – important things to know

7 August

Hiring a contractor or sub-contractor is often appealing to time-poor, cash-strapped small business owners. One big reason is that they take care of their own insurance (as opposed to the business owner having to provide coverage for them, as is the...[Read More]

Why early risk assessment is important for your business

31 July

While it’s never welcome news to hear that a risk needs a serious investment of time and money to improve its insurability, it’s even less welcome news to receive a month before an insurance renewal is due, says Risk Engineering senior risk...[Read More]

Insurance for your tourism business: An industry guide

31 July

Australia is home to around 103,000 tourism businesses. If yours is among them, you’ll know how dynamic and unpredictable the industry can be. Having the right insurance cover can make it easier to weather the storms and bounce back from...[Read More]

Five ways to help mitigate small business risks

24 July

As a small business owner, you don’t need to be told that running an enterprise has its fair share of risks. Learning to deal with them effectively is critical, if yours is to prosper and grow. So, what is risk management and how can you and...[Read More]

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