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The new stresses causing contractor failure

 August 14, 2023     UFG Insurance    Surety  Read Time: 5 min
Contractors today are facing a variety of new headwinds that can all lead to contractor failure. Here are what they look like and how a surety agent can help.
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What is a surety bond?

 October 22, 2019     UFG Insurance    Surety 
As a contractor or business owner, you may have heard that you need a surety bond. We’re here to explain everything you need to know.
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Fire Prevention Week: 5 Safety Tips

 October 16, 2019     UFG Insurance    Business 
Raise fire safety awareness with these five tips to implement into your workplace or your home
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Gulf Coast Office named Outstanding Carrier

 October 3, 2019     UFG Insurance    Agents   We are UFG 
Gulf Coast Regional Office named Outstanding Core Carrier by Texas-based Insurors Group.
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Cybersecurity Best Practices for Businesses

 October 1, 2019     UFG Insurance    Business 
Don't let your company fall victim to a cyber attack. Help keep your data protected by following these simple tips.
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UFG Office honored as Carrier of the Year

 September 16, 2019     UFG Insurance    Agents   We are UFG 
UFG Insurance East Coast Regional Office was awarded the prestigious Commercial Lines Carrier of the Year Award.
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Badge recognizing UFG as Insurance Journal's Super Regional P & C Insurer award for 2019

United Fire named Super Regional Insurer

 August 20, 2019     UFG Insurance    We are UFG 
United Fire & Casualty Company has been named to the 2019 list of Super Regional Property/Casualty Insurers™
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Flood insurance for small businesses

 August 9, 2019     UFG Insurance    Business 
Flooding can be devastating to a small business, yet business owners may not understand the basics of flood insurance for small businesses.
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9 signs you could be a distracted driver

 July 26, 2019     UFG Insurance    Auto 
When you hear “distracted driving,” texting is usually what comes to mind. In today’s age, driving distracted means far more than a sending a text.
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Badge recognizing UFG as a Five-star Carrier in 2019

UFG earns five-star rating from Insurance Business America

 July 25, 2019     UFG Insurance    We are UFG 
Based on the results, UFG was one of only 25 companies to earn Five-Star Carrier status from Insurance Business America in 2019.
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Insurance for contractors

 June 17, 2019     UFG Insurance    Business   Surety 
Contractors insurance: from general liability to workers compensation – what you need to know to help protect your contracting business.
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The 100 deadliest days

 May 17, 2019     UFG Insurance    Auto 
The period between the Memorial Day and Labor Day holidays is known as the “100 Deadliest Days.” During this time, we often see an increase in fatal automobile accidents.
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Insurance 101 for small business owners

 May 2, 2019     UFG    Business 
Protect yourself and your business by learning about what types of coverage are available, and the steps you should take to implement an insurance plan.
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