Home-Based Business Owners, You Need Insurance Coverage
When you start a home-based business, buying insurance may not be your first priority,
but you cannot afford to ignore it either. When the unexpected happens -- and it will --
having insurance coverage may mean the difference between the success and failure of
your home-based business.
You may not require all types of insurance listed here, but taking some time now to
consider your insurance needs can save you money and headaches in the future.
Ultimately, after reading this article, the best way to determine your complete needs is to
consult with your insurance agent. Explain to them the details of your home-based
business and he or she should be able to determine the best insurance coverage for you
(and any employees).
Health Insurance
Health insurance should be the first consideration for yourself and any employees you
may have. If you have just left your current job to start your own business, you may be
eligible for COBRA, which will provide temporary interim coverage. This will keep you
covered while you search for the best health insurance policy.
Disability Insurance
Disability insurance will guarantee that you have some income should you suddenly
become unable to work because of injury or illness. Having this extra peace of mind is
almost always well worth the extra money you pay.
Life Insurance
Life insurance will help ensure that your family has the money it needs should you meet
with an untimely death. Some lenders require that you have life insurance before they'll
issue a loan; this guarantees that the loan will be repaid if you meet with an untimely end.
Business Property Insurance
Business property insurance helps protect you against loss of inventory or equipment. If
your business equipment or inventory is damaged in a flood, fire, or other disaster, this
type of insurance will allow you to recoup your losses.
General Liability Insurance
Comprehensive general liability insurance is necessary for your home-based business if
you plan on having clients or customers visit your home. Whether you plan to hold
meetings, allow customers to pick up merchandise, or have members of the public enter
your home for any other reason, this insurance will protect you if someone is injured while
on your property. This insurance will typically pay for your legal defense should you face
a lawsuit as the result of a fall or other damage that occurs on your property.
Business Interruption Insurance
Business interruption insurance will help your business recover from natural disasters. It
will cover you for income lost during the disaster, and will pay for operating expenses that
continue to accrue, even though your business isn't up and running.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance
Workers' compensation insurance is an absolute necessity if you plan on having
employees working out of your home. Without workers' comp, you'll be responsible for any
medical expenses arising from injuries employees sustain while working for you. Many
home-based business owners mistakenly believe that this type of insurance is only
required by businesses that have a retail or separate location, but that's not the case.
Another mistake is assuming that only ‘dangerous’ employers (such as construction or
movers) need this type of insurance. But what if your employee slips on the stairs or their
chair breaks? While those are both unlikely, they are possible and the less risky your
business, the cheaper the insurance will be.
These insurance plans can help ensure that you are prepared to face any eventuality that
might occur while you are running your own business. Disasters, accidents, and crises
can strike at any time. By preparing now, you may be saving you and your company
significant financial loss, wasted time, and difficulty.
When you start a home-based business, buying insurance may not be your first priority,
but you cannot afford to ignore it either. When the unexpected happens -- and it will --
having insurance coverage may mean the difference between the success and failure of
your home-based business.
You may not require all types of insurance listed here, but taking some time now to
consider your insurance needs can save you money and headaches in the future.
Ultimately, after reading this article, the best way to determine your complete needs is to
consult with your insurance agent. Explain to them the details of your home-based
business and he or she should be able to determine the best insurance coverage for you
(and any employees).
Health Insurance
Health insurance should be the first consideration for yourself and any employees you
may have. If you have just left your current job to start your own business, you may be
eligible for COBRA, which will provide temporary interim coverage. This will keep you
covered while you search for the best health insurance policy.
Disability Insurance
Disability insurance will guarantee that you have some income should you suddenly
become unable to work because of injury or illness. Having this extra peace of mind is
almost always well worth the extra money you pay.
Life Insurance
Life insurance will help ensure that your family has the money it needs should you meet
with an untimely death. Some lenders require that you have life insurance before they'll
issue a loan; this guarantees that the loan will be repaid if you meet with an untimely end.
Business Property Insurance
Business property insurance helps protect you against loss of inventory or equipment. If
your business equipment or inventory is damaged in a flood, fire, or other disaster, this
type of insurance will allow you to recoup your losses.
General Liability Insurance
Comprehensive general liability insurance is necessary for your home-based business if
you plan on having clients or customers visit your home. Whether you plan to hold
meetings, allow customers to pick up merchandise, or have members of the public enter
your home for any other reason, this insurance will protect you if someone is injured while
on your property. This insurance will typically pay for your legal defense should you face
a lawsuit as the result of a fall or other damage that occurs on your property.
Business Interruption Insurance
Business interruption insurance will help your business recover from natural disasters. It
will cover you for income lost during the disaster, and will pay for operating expenses that
continue to accrue, even though your business isn't up and running.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance
Workers' compensation insurance is an absolute necessity if you plan on having
employees working out of your home. Without workers' comp, you'll be responsible for any
medical expenses arising from injuries employees sustain while working for you. Many
home-based business owners mistakenly believe that this type of insurance is only
required by businesses that have a retail or separate location, but that's not the case.
Another mistake is assuming that only ‘dangerous’ employers (such as construction or
movers) need this type of insurance. But what if your employee slips on the stairs or their
chair breaks? While those are both unlikely, they are possible and the less risky your
business, the cheaper the insurance will be.
These insurance plans can help ensure that you are prepared to face any eventuality that
might occur while you are running your own business. Disasters, accidents, and crises
can strike at any time. By preparing now, you may be saving you and your company
significant financial loss, wasted time, and difficulty.
This article has been provided courtesy of the folks at HomeTownQuotes.com.
Not only do they offer free insurance quotes, they provide a lot of useful information.
Not only do they offer free insurance quotes, they provide a lot of useful information.
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