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A Freelancer’s Guide to Business Insurance: What You Need to Know

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As a freelancer or independent contractor, you may think your business is too small to need insurance. Client contracts sometimes even require you to have freelance business insurance. The bottom line: More than half of those surveyed said their biggest barrier to getting coverage was understanding what insurance their business needed.

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Our Guide to Health Insurance for the Self-Employed

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A 2021 Gallup poll found that 1 in 6 Americans stay in jobs they don’t find fulfilling just to keep their health insurance. I’m here to tell you that if you are wanting to take the plunge into entrepreneurship, the health insurance options for those of us who are self-employed are not as bad as you might think.

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7 types of insurance every business owner needs

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A business leader can’t eliminate all risks, but insurance can provide some cover should the sky begin to fall. Despite this, insurance is an area where owners often try to skimp on the type of insurance they pay for or the amount of coverage they choose. Property insurance . Workers’ compensation. Professional liability.

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How to create a solid estate plan in 4 easy steps

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Take the time to write a will, even if you have to go through an online will template instead of consulting an estate attorney. My friend’s husband knew that his dad had made a will and maintained a life insurance policy, but he had no idea where to find any of the paperwork or even the names of the attorney or insurance company.

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How to handle an inheritance: the 3 key factors

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When my father passed away in 2013, my sister and I learned that we were the joint beneficiaries of his life insurance policy. And yet, I have never felt more financial stress in my life than when dealing with our inheritance , which consisted of the proceeds of our dad’s life insurance.

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Climate Protection Could Soon Be Part of Your Employee Benefits Package

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“As a CEO, I hold the belief that climate protection is not merely an environmental concern, but it also has significant implications for our business,” notes Jon Morgan , co-founder and chief editor of Venture Smarter , a consulting firm that specializes in helping startups and small businesses scale and grow.

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5 Long-Term Financial Goals and How to Achieve Them

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Buy a house or investment property Expected time: 5-10 years Account types: High-yield savings, brokerage accounts, CDs Whether you’re dreaming of first-time homeownership, a vacation home or investment properties, real estate purchases are one of the most popular long-term financial goals.