Zensurance Small Business Insights
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8 Reasons Why Your Small Business Needs Legal Services Insurance
Legal services insurance may not be top-of-mind for small business owners, but it's vital coverage for a wide range of issues. Here's why you should think about adding it to your policy.
7 Things to Know Before Buying Small Business Insurance
Making informed decisions is vital for any small business owner, sole proprietor, or self-employed professional, especially when purchasing insurance. Here are seven factors to consider before buying a policy.
Understanding AI Hallucinations and 8 Ways to Mitigate Them
When artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots don’t have the information they need to answer a question correctly, they make it up. Called ‘hallucinations’, here are ways to try to mitigate that from happening.
10 Essential Types of Business Insurance for Small Businesses in Canada
Growing and maintaining a successful venture requires grit, determination, and consistency. But the road to success can be bumpy, and unexpected challenges can crop up. Get the lowdown on how a commercial insurance policy can help your company succeed.
5 Things to Do Before Renewing Your Small Business Insurance Policy
Business insurance policies are typically one-year contracts between insurance companies and business owners. Here are five things to consider before renewing your policy.
How to Write a Small Business Plan
If you want to start your own business, your first step is drafting a comprehensive business plan. Read our in-depth guide on what you need to do to get started.
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5 Reasons Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Review Your Business Insurance
The midpoint of the year is ideal to review your insurance coverage and consider if it’s adequate to cover how your business has changed or will change in the months ahead. Here are five reasons to review your policy (and how Zensurance can help).
7 Tips for Converting Your House Into a Rental Property
As a property owner mulling over whether or not to jump into the rental property market, careful planning and understanding the associated responsibilities and liabilities is critical. See our tips on what you need to do before getting into the rental game
What Type of Business Insurance Does a Grocery Store Need?
Grocery stores face a wide range of risks daily, such as high customer volumes, food safety concerns, and theft and shoplifting threats. Find out what insurance coverage your store needs to safeguard its assets and reputation.