A certificate of insurance matters a great deal in the business insurance industry. Sometimes referred to as proof of business insurance, this certificate is a snapshot of a company’s current insurance policies. Customers, vendors and landlords commonly request to see a business’ certificate of insurance.     This document helps such parties verify the business has the proper coverage. If an insurance claim arises, the customer will rest easy knowing the proper remedy may be available. Certificate of Insurance Holders  Each certificate of insurance applies to a single holder. The holder is the business or entity requesting the certificate of insurance. A certificate of insurance is not applicable to other businesses. Each unique certificate of insurance solely applies to its individual holder. A Certificate of Insurance is a Snapshot in Time It is important to stress that each certificate is a snapshot of current business insurance coverage. These documents are valid for a single day. A business can cancel its insurance coverage at any moment. It is also possible for a business to modify its insurance policy at any point in time. For these reasons the certificates often are only temporary. Obtaining a Certificate of Insurance Businesses should periodically request a certificate of insurance. This document helps generate a rapport with prospective clients. It makes the business appear legitimate and trustworthy. An insurance agent can usually generate a business’s certificate of insurance upon request. A nominal fee may apply, but many reports are free. Some prospective customers will specifically ask to see a business’s certificate of insurance. It is advisable to hang this important document in a highly visible area of the business. A Certificate of Insurance is a Must-Have for Every Type of Business If a company can’t prove it has business insurance, it may suffer competitive disadvantage. It does not matter if you own a sporting goods store, a hair salon, a construction company or another type of business. You should periodically update your certificate of insurance as a gesture of good faith. This simple update may inspire customers to do business with your company. It may alleviates concerns regarding potential accidents and other incidents that might arise during the course of business. Obtain your certificate of insurance today. Display it prominently to prove you have business insurance. This important document just might help your company establish a slew of new profitable business relationships. Call us today at (915) 599-2900 or visit www.MtFranklin.com to see how we can help you.

An Explanation of the Certificate of Insurance and why It is so Important

A certificate of insurance matters a great deal in the business insurance industry. Sometimes referred to as proof of business insurance, this certificate is a snapshot of a company’s current insurance policies. Customers, vendors and landlords commonly request to see a business’ certificate of insurance.     This document helps such parties verify the business … Read more

July 20, 2021

3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Let Your Auto Insurance Lapse

Although we are in an economic recovery, money can be a bit tight. But even in these situations, it’s important that you pay your auto insurance premium. There are severe consequences of driving without auto insurance.     It’s Illegal When you own a vehicle, maintaining at least the minimum auto insurance is a requirement. … Read more

July 15, 2021

How Business Insurance Premiums are affected by Business Practices.

In your efforts to obtain the best insurance policies for your business, a major concern might be the premium you will have to pay. Insurance companies use many factors when calculating your premium, including claims history and the risk associated with your business. Let’s look at a few ways business insurance premiums are affected by … Read more

July 13, 2021

Increase Your Home Security with These Tips

Home break-ins are all too common, especially during the daytime on weekdays when most people are away at their jobs. Home break-ins are also most frequent during the warm months of the year. However, many break-ins are preventable by increasing your home security. Use these tips to protect your property.     Install a Home … Read more

July 8, 2021

Practical Ways to Reduce Healthcare Costs

Increasing healthcare costs have most people concerned about keeping expenses low, even leading some to pass up health insurance because they think they cannot afford it. Under the Affordable Care Act, everyone must purchase healthcare coverage or risk paying a fine to the government. Truth is, even if you have to pinch pennies for a … Read more

July 6, 2021

Business Insurance Premiums are Affected by Business Practices

In your efforts to obtain the best insurance policies for your business, a major concern might be the premium you will have to pay. Insurance companies use many factors when calculating your premium, including claims history and the risk associated with your business. Let’s look at a few ways business insurance premiums are affected by … Read more

July 1, 2021

How To Know You Are Too Tired to Drive

Safe drivers are cognizant of the risks of the road, aware of their surroundings, and committed to paying attention to the changing situations around them. Still, many people get behind the wheel when they are too tired to be truly committed to their driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates nearly 700 drivers were … Read more

June 29, 2021

Preventing Slip and Fall Risks in Your Business

Everyone has seen a few online videos of someone slipping and falling in a random store (overturning a shelf in the process). We might laugh at the video, but we are forgetting to realize that after the camera stopped rolling, the victim might have sustained a severe injury. The ramifications of these accidents might represent … Read more

June 24, 2021

Life Insurance Can Protect Your Family’s Savings

It’s never a good thing to lose someone you love. Along with grieving might come new responsibilities that survivors will have to shoulder. They might have to adapt to no longer having the financial security that you used to provide, and this might prove very worrisome.     Life insurance is a critical benefit to … Read more

June 22, 2021

Does Home Insurance Cover Septic Tank Spills?

If your home has a septic tank, then you are aware that the system is going to create quite a few maintenance responsibilities over the years. After all, in the event of a septic tank problem, you are going to face a smelly, nasty, and expensive cleanup process.     In some situations, your homeowners … Read more

June 17, 2021

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