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Faces of Aegis: Sierra Bakehouse

Faces of Aegis: Sierra Bakehouse

This post is part of our Faces of Aegis series! We're spotlighting our clients, the people and businesses who are making an impact in our Tahoe-Truckee community and beyond! Read more of our client spotlights here. What could be better than starting your Friday morning off with the warm smell of freshly baked pastries? With Aegis client Sierra Bakehouse, you can! This charming Truckee bakery is open to the public every Friday. Discover the story behind ...
June 29, 2021By InterWest Insurance Faces of Aegis 0 Comment Read More »
5 Small Business Resources for Truckee and Tahoe Companies

5 Small Business Resources for Truckee and Tahoe Companies

Small businesses play a crucial role in the American economy, creating 2/3 of net new jobs and driving innovation in the U.S. Small businesses are vital to the health of our community, which is why ensuring that small business owners have the resources they need to succeed is so important. It takes a great deal of time, effort, and heart to get a small business off of the ground, survive, and scale. If you're an ...
June 17, 2021By InterWest Insurance Business Insurance Business Owner's Policy 0 Comment Read More »
AEGIS Joins The InterWest Insurance Services Family

AEGIS Joins The InterWest Insurance Services Family

AEGIS Insurance Markets is joining InterWest Insurance Services, LLC. This strategic alliance will allow AEGIS to better serve our clients and offer a wider range of products to our clients. Learn more. AEGIS Insurance Markets Allies with InterWest Insurance Services, LLC. InterWest Insurance Services, LLC. is a Northern California-based insurance brokerage firm founded in 1992, with a footprint that extends to Central California and the Bay Area. Although the brokerage operates in California, they are licensed ...
June 11, 2021By InterWest Insurance Aegis News Aegis News, InterWest Insurance 0 Comment Read More »
The Biggest Construction Industry Problems of 2021 Solved

The Biggest Construction Industry Problems of 2021 Solved

Running a construction business comes with its own set of challenges, even in “normal” times. But the events of 2020 and 2021 have presented even more roadblocks, headaches, and obstacles for artisan contractors than ever before. Here are the biggest construction problems contractors are facing in 2021 and creative ways to overcome them. New OSHA Regulations OSHA protects workers by setting and enforcing standards, as well as providing training, education, and outreach across many industries. Since the ...
May 26, 2021By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance 0 Comment Read More »
What You Need to Know About Opening A Business in 2021

What You Need to Know About Opening A Business in 2021

Are you looking to start a new business? COVID was hard on small companies, but don't think that you have to give up on your dreams of opening your own business this year. The pandemic has changed a great deal, but with the right strategy and forethought, you can still achieve your goals for your new business. Discover six things entrepreneurs need to consider before starting a business in 2021. 6 Things Entrepreneurs Need to Do ...
May 21, 2021By InterWest Insurance Business Insurance Business Owner's Policy, Risk Management 0 Comment Read More »
Faces of Aegis: Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship

Faces of Aegis: Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship

This post is part of our Faces of Aegis series! We're spotlighting our clients, the people and businesses who are making an impact in our Tahoe-Truckee community and beyond! Read more of our client spotlights here. The great outdoors shapes the Truckee area's culture and economy. Visitors flock to the region year-round to enjoy snow sports in the winter and unparalleled hiking and biking during the summer. The Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship, an Aegis client and ...
April 22, 2021By InterWest Insurance Faces of Aegis 0 Comment Read More »
Faces of Aegis: The Tahoe Backcountry Alliance

Faces of Aegis: The Tahoe Backcountry Alliance

All images are courtesy of Ming Poon Photography. This post is part of our Faces of Aegis series! We're spotlighting our clients, the people and businesses who are making an impact in our Tahoe-Truckee community and beyond! Read more of our client spotlights here. This post was updated in December 2021 to reflect The Tahoe Backcountry Alliance’s most recent projects. The Tahoe area is home to breathtaking public land offering miles and miles of hiking, biking, snowshoeing, ...
April 21, 2021By InterWest Insurance Faces of Aegis 0 Comment Read More »
Faces of Aegis: The Lure

Faces of Aegis: The Lure

This post is part of our Faces of Aegis series! We're spotlighting our clients, the people and businesses who are making an impact in our Tahoe-Truckee community and beyond! Read more of our client spotlights here. A local getaway can become the perfect refreshing adventure. Tucked in among hundreds of miles of National Forest, The Lure Resort in Downieville, CA offers the tranquility of a riverfront stay. Spend the afternoon fishing, go for a hike, ...
March 16, 2021By InterWest Insurance Faces of Aegis Client Spotlight, Faces of Aegis, The Lure 0 Comment Read More »
5 Steps to Protect Against Lost or Stolen Tools

5 Steps to Protect Against Lost or Stolen Tools

Investing in tools and equipment is a necessary part of being a business owner. What's not necessary is paying for those same tools a second time if they get lost or stolen. According to National Crime Information Bureau (NCIB), as much as $1 billion a year is lost nationwide due to theft of construction equipment and tools -- and the recovery rate is less than 20 percent. Discover 5 steps to protect your tools from being ...
March 15, 2021By InterWest Insurance Property Insurance Builders Risk Insurance, Commercial Property Insurance, Tools and Equipment Coverage 0 Comment Read More »
Are Subcontractors Covered Under Your Contractors Insurance?

Are Subcontractors Covered Under Your Contractors Insurance?

Working with subcontractors can be a necessary part of any construction project, but hiring subs also creates additional risk on your job site. Because of the added hazard, it's crucial to make sure your subcontractors are adequately insured. Do you need to see proof that they carry their own contractors insurance policies, or will your existing insurance be sufficient? Protect your business by learning how to ensure your subcontractors are covered on the job site. Does ...
February 22, 2021By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Builders Risk, Liability Insurance, Workers Compensation 0 Comment Read More »