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7 surety bonding habits of successful contractors

 August 14, 2023     UFG Insurance    Surety  Read Time: 4 min
Reliable surety bonding is key for successful contractors, and the best work hard to build a trustworthy company that’s appealing to surety agents and underwriters. Here are seven tips you can implement now for better bonding.
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Top 3 small business insurance mistakes to avoid

 January 27, 2021     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
We get it, small business insurance is confusing. Help escape potentially serious consequences by reading about these small business insurance mistakes you'll want to avoid.
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Two things restaurant owners will want to know about insuring temporary dining structures

 January 18, 2021     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 3 min
Outdoor tents, igloo bubbles and other structures have been helping restaurants adapt to COVID-19. Here are two things to know about insuring those items.
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What to do before and after a catastrophic event

 December 29, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 5 min
While you can't predict a catastrophic event, you can plan for one. Take a look at everything your small business should be doing before and after a natural disaster, and contact one of our agents to ask about catastrophe (CAT) insurance today.
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A 3-step plan to help protect your business from natural disasters

 December 23, 2020     UFG Insurance   Read Time: 3 min
2020 has been a record year for natural disasters in America. Here are three steps to protect your business from natural disasters going forward.
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3 coverages to consider in beverage manufacturing

 December 10, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
Need insurance for your brewery, winery or distillery? Let’s make sure your business is a success. Here are three coverages to consider in beverage manufacturing.
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What to do after a business robbery and ideas to keep criminals from coming back

 December 9, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 3 min
Being robbed is a terrible experience. Keep these four ideas in mind to protect your business from crime and help it bounce back if a thief strikes.
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What is a claims-made policy?

 November 16, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
Is your small business protected from unexpected surprises? Remain covered with a claims-made insurance policy.
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Protect your business with property insurance coverage

 October 30, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
When starting a small business, there's no shortage of decisions that need to be made. Let us help you decide what property insurance coverage is essential.
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What is an occurrence-based insurance policy?

 October 13, 2020     UFG Insurance   Read Time: 3 min
Surprises—good or bad—are no stranger to business. In insurance, an occurrence-based insurance policy is one of the best ways to cover your company when surprises show up.
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4 job interview questions for small retail business owners to think about

 September 23, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
Whether you’re a small retail business owner hiring your first employee or adding to a growing team, here are four outside-the-box interview questions to help you find the right fit for the job.
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5 manufacturing classes UFG wants to write in 2021 and beyond

 September 9, 2020     UFG Insurance    Agents   Business  Read Time: 4 min
Tailored to specific manufacturing classes, UFG offers a variety of insurance coverages. Here are five types of manufacturers we want to write in 2021 and beyond.
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A mix of options with craft beverage insurance

 September 1, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
Thinking about expanding your options in craft beverage insurance? Let us help you learn the best mix of options for craft beverage insurance in this unique industry.
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