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Why personal savings might not be enough to finance recovery

Small to medium-sized business owners in the southwestern area of the United States are not likely to have identical concerns to company heads that operate out of Florida or Minnesota. However, regardless of location, it is crucial for entrepreneurs to not rely on personal savings should a natural disaster impact daily operations.For example, businesses on the East Coast continue to be impacted by the long-lasting effects of Hurricane Sandy. As a Nevada business owner, ...
May 15, 2013By InterWest Insurance General Insurance News Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Uncertain economic times further underline need for business insurance

The business world is filled with few guarantees. For small to medium-sized company owners, it can be even more difficult to start an organization from scratch and ensure that it finds long-lasting success.According to the National Federation of Independent Business' (NFIB) latest Small Business Optimism Index, half of the 1,873 small businesses surveyed said that regulations were their biggest problems in April. Additionally, 78 percent of the company owners who were "trying to hire" ...
May 14, 2013By InterWest Insurance General Insurance News Tag 0 Comments Read More »

How to maintain longevity with your Arizona business

For small to medium-sized business owners in Arizona, it can be a small - yet costly - mistake to not have updated insurance. With recent research showing that the state is experiencing positive growth for smaller firms, it is important that company leaders do everything in their power to keep that trend going.Regardless of how niche your organization might be, commercial insurance specialists can help you find the most comprehensive Arizona business insurance policy. ...
May 10, 2013By InterWest Insurance Business and IT Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

In your small business formula, remember the insurance

When the light bulb turns on over your head, and you're convinced you have an idea for the next great company, what do you do?The Wall Street Journal interviewed several entrepreneurs, asking them what the magic formula is to find success in the business world. They all agreed that there is not one thing that makes it work, but rather a combination, such as drive and the willingness to not give up."Perhaps the greatest ...
May 9, 2013By InterWest Insurance General Insurance News Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Do I really need Nevada liability insurance?

For small and medium-sized businesses operating in Nevada, they will naturally experience different things than an East Coast-based company on a daily basis. With that in mind, Nevadan entrepreneurs need to find an insurance policy that is just as unique as their niche organization.While some owners might question whether they actually need certain things like commercial property insurance, it is better to take the time and find the right policies than deal with the ...
May 7, 2013By InterWest Insurance Business and IT Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

California businesses need to keep insurance policies current

It is not a surprise that California has different weather patterns than other areas of the United States. Why then, would small and medium-sized business owners in the Golden State assume that one generic insurance policy is enough to cover their daily needs and unexpected events?Working with commercial insurance specialists who specialize in various forms of California business insurance policies is well-advised. Not only is it important to account for regular operations - making ...
May 6, 2013By InterWest Insurance General Insurance News Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Tips on Getting Things Done

By Leila Banijamali One of the popular recurring themes we have seen among our brilliant startup clients is that success is not about ideas, it's about making ideas happen. It's about planning how to make things happen and being determined to take the lead, even in uncharted territories. Our most successful clients are certainly inspired, but their success is probably best-attributed to hard work. Here are some tips on getting things done: Work hard ...
May 3, 2013By InterWest Insurance Uncategorized Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Don't let insurance be a roadblock to your startup business

Startup companies have many things to consider when they open their doors for the first time. However, facing a hurricane is often not at the forefront of business owners' minds. Hurricane Sandy caused many damages along the East Coast, and some companies are still feeling the effects.Such is the case with Jessica Isaacs, who was weeks away from opening Cocoa Bakery in New Jersey when the superstorm hit. She told the Wall Street Journal ...
May 3, 2013By InterWest Insurance General Insurance News Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Pair high tech insurance with strong cyber security

This blog has previously explained why small and medium-sized businesses need to remain especially diligent in an increasingly digital world. Regardless of a company's size, it is essential to have strong protections in place to prevent cyber criminals from accessing sensitive information, such as customers' personal data.If recent events are any indication, all types of organizations could fall prey to an online attack, and the recovery process could be expensive and time-consuming.LivingSocial, the popular website ...
May 2, 2013By InterWest Insurance Business and IT Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Guarantee your company's future during National Small Business Month

May is National Small Business Month, which is as good of a time as any for company leaders to take a look at their organization and make sure everything is in working order. For some small to medium-sized business owners, this might be an ideal time to try something new, like offer new services or a different product.Testing the waters can be unnerving, but recent research shows that some owners are willing to try ...
May 1, 2013By InterWest Insurance General Insurance News Tag 0 Comment Read More »