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InsuranceHub Expands its Network with New Affiliates DM Insurance and The Nolan Group Insurance Solutions
How Much Does It Cost to Lease a Box Truck for Your Business?
How to Leverage Car Hauling Load Boards for Maximum Gain
How Much Does It Cost to Tow a Semi? Factors and Figures
How Much is Insurance for a Dump Truck in 2024?
The Best Cargo Insurance Companies for High-Value Shipments
Roofing Contractor Insurance: A Guide to Soaring Vehicle Rates
What Affects Your Semi Truck Physical Damage Insurance Rates
5 Must-Have Insurance Coverages for Your Cargo Van Business
What Is a New Entrant? A Beginner’s Roadmap to Success
Finding the Right New Venture Truck Insurance for Your Fleet
What Does Hot Shot Insurance Cost?
Maximizing Protection with School Bus Insurance: Strategies for Schools
Navigating the Roads: What Is the Best GPS for Truck Drivers?
Avoiding Pitfalls: Key Mistakes to Avoid in Motor Truck Cargo Policy
Uncovering the Secrets of Efficient Refrigerated Transport
Cutting Costs, Not Corners: Smart Fleet Insurance Solutions
5 Common Box Truck Maintenance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
The Essential Steps to Acquire Your Hazmat Endorsement Training
Understanding Non Owned Trailer Coverage: Essential Guide for Trucking Professionals
Insuring Your Fleet: Key Considerations for Commercial Box Truck Insurance
Maximizing Profits: Advanced Strategies for the Septic Truck Driver
Why Occupational Insurance Matters for Trucking Companies Hiring Independent Drivers
Avoiding Financial Pitfalls: How Garage Liability Insurance Can Save Your Dealership
Charter Bus Insurance Requirements: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
Factors Influencing Party Bus Insurance Cost: A Deep Dive
Frequently Asked Questions about Dump Truck Financing
How to Start in Hot Shot Trucking: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices
The Ultimate Guide to Party Bus Insurance for Truck Drivers
What Is Motor Truck Cargo Coverage and Its Benefits?
The Comprehensive Checklist for Starting Your Own Non-CDL Box Truck Business
Top 10 Cities to Start a Box Truck Business: Market Research Revealed
Proper Dump Truck Training: An Essential Guide for Safety
The Importance of Occupational Accident Insurance for Truckers
Septic Truck Insurance: Protecting Your Investment and Business
Truck Driver Health and Wellness: A Road to Safety
What is Dry Van Trucking? A Comprehensive Guide for Truck Drivers
Success Strategies for Your Car Transportation Business
How to Start a Non-CDL Hot Shot Business: A Comprehensive Guide
Navigating the Cost of Motor Truck Cargo Insurance: A Comprehensive Guide
Freight Forwarder vs Broker: Navigating the Trucking Industry
Understanding the Cost of Truck Insurance for an Owner-Operator
Essential Protection for Your Freight: Understanding Reefer Breakdown Coverage
What Is an Owner-Operator in the Trucking Industry?
Short-Haul Trucking: A Concise Guide to a Lucrative Career Path
Securing Lucrative Box Truck Contracts: A Comprehensive Guide
Straight Truck Insurance: Your Ultimate Guide
What Does LTL Mean in Trucking?
Top Strategies for Livestock Hauling
How to Get Trucking Contracts – A Comprehensive Guide
Why do I need garage liability insurance for my tow truck business?
When you’re running a tow truck business, you have a lot on your mind. You have to manage your drivers, keep track of your accounting, fill out paperwork, and, of course, deal with the tow truck … Read More
What is usage-based car insurance?
Technology is everywhere, and it’s even entered into the world of auto insurance. You might have seen a few commercials from car insurance companies that showcase some new device that can supposedly help you save you … Read More
InsuranceHub is celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
A very important week is coming right up. September 9th-15th is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which is a time to celebrate all professional truck drivers and tow truck operators and the hard work they do … Read More
What factors affect your car insurance rates?
Okay, we understand that thinking about your car insurance rates is probably not very pleasant. In fact, it could be stressful. While insurance isn’t most people’s idea of “fun,” it’s important to understand the fundamentals. When … Read More
Pet safety 101: How to pet-proof your home
Whether you’re thinking about adding to your family by bringing a puppy or kitten into your home or if you’ve already got a cat or dog, it’s essential that you make sure your home is pet-proof. … Read More
How to retain tow truck drivers at your business
As a tow truck business, it’s important that you have a stellar team. You need people who are hard-working, good-natured, and committed to getting the job done safely. Towing is not an easy job, and when … Read More
8 home insurance myths that you need to be aware of
Home insurance can feel very complicated, and there are many home insurance myths you should be wary of. Many of the rumors that persist about home insurance can be harmful to you financially, and it’s important … Read More
8 ways to improve cybersecurity at your business
Chances are you’ve heard about some of the major data breaches that have taken place over the past few years – Target and Equifax, to name a couple. The thing that small business owners have to remember … Read More
Does home insurance cover personal belongings?
Your home insurance does a lot of cool things. Yeah, it might seem like it’s just kind of there most of the time, but it’s protecting you from the possibility of financial loss. You might have … Read More
Jennifer Richmond’s positivity challenge encourages smiles and happiness
Here at InsuranceHub, we’re always blown away by the incredible people who make up our team. Today, we want to shine some spotlight on Jennifer Richmond, who works in our Employer Benefits Department. She’s on a … Read More
Don’t make these 8 mistakes when buying tow truck insurance
There’s a lot to consider when you get tow truck insurance, and it can get a little overwhelming. When you’re getting insurance in a high-risk industry like towing, it’s crucial that you get the right coverage … Read More
Can my home insurance company cancel my policy?
Home insurance might not be your favorite thing to think about, especially if you get a scary letter saying that your policy has been nonrenewed or canceled. Wait – can they even do that? Just drop … Read More
July 28th is National Insurance Awareness Day
July 28th is a very important day in the insurance world – and it’s one that we encourage you to observe! It’s National Insurance Awareness Day. Okay, okay, we get that insurance might not be the … Read More
7 tips to create a culture of safety at your tow truck business
Working on the side of the road as a tow truck operator can be dangerous and, at times, frightening. Many of the risks you and your drivers face aren’t under your direct control – for example, … Read More
What is force-placed home insurance?
Getting a mortgage and being a homeowner can get complicated. There are a lot of details (and a lot of paperwork) that go into buying a home…and one of those things is home insurance. See, if … Read More
What happens if my car insurance lapses?
Things happen. Sometimes we accidentally forget to pay the car insurance bill. We might have a tough month financially and just not be able to cover the bill. Whatever the reason is, the car insurance bill … Read More
How much does repo insurance for a towing business cost?
If you have a tow truck business that does repo you know that your line of work comes with lots of risks – there are the incidental risks of driving and towing, of course, but there … Read More
Ed Hemmer to head InsuranceHub’s new transportation department
The InsuranceHub family has got some great news! Our very own Ed Hemmer will be stepping up to lead our brand-new transportation department, and he will be acting as Associate Vice President of Transportation. We are … Read More
10 insurance policies you might not have – but that you should think about
Life doesn’t always go as planned. And that’s why they invented insurance. Your home insurance policy will protect you from a financial loss if something happens to your home and it will cover your legal liability … Read More
7 tips for running a successful tow truck business
Running a tow truck business is hard work. It takes a certain kind of person to succeed as a tow truck operator. You have to be extremely driven (pun intended) and very determined. Multi-tasking and juggling … Read More
10 simple tips for trampoline safety at home
Trampolines can provide hours of entertainment. Kids love them and could probably bounce all day if you let them. For some reason, jumping up and down never gets old. But trampolines aren’t necessarily the safest activity … Read More
What is on-hook insurance and do I need it for my tow truck business?
As a tow truck driver, you’ve got a lot of responsibility. Your client is trusting you to get their car from Point A to Point B without incident – they expect that vehicle to be in … Read More
What is builder’s risk insurance?
If you’re the owner of a building that is currently being constructed, you might be a little confused or unsure about how exactly insurance works for that situation. Though the building is currently in pieces at … Read More
Will a trampoline affect my home insurance?
There’s something about trampolines that is irresistible to kids. And it makes sense – what kid wouldn’t want to touch the sky while bouncing merrily on a spring-loaded surface? But before you give in to the … Read More
8 tips to prevent back pain as a tow truck driver
A lot of truck drivers experience back pain – it happens because of the nature of the job. Tow truck drivers are no exception. When you sit for long stretches of time, get jolted and jostled … Read More
Hands-Free Georgia Act to go into effect on July 1st
July 1st is going to be a big day for the state of Georgia. It’s the day that the Hands-Free Georgia Act (which bans the use of handheld cellphones while driving) will go into effect. Georgia … Read More
What should I do if my car is stolen?
So there you are, ready to head back to your car after running some errands. You walk back to where you’re absolutely positive you left your ride. But there’s one problem – your car is not … Read More
5 tow truck workplace safety policies you should have at your business
The towing industry comes with its fair share of risks and dangers. As a tow truck operator, you know the road can be a scary place sometimes. However, there are ways that you can manage the … Read More
Will car insurance cover me if my car is stolen?
There’s an important question you have to ask yourself when you’re thinking about your car insurance. What do you want your insurance to cover if something happens to your vehicle? (For example, if you’re in a … Read More
3 ways to prevent a major increase in your tow truck insurance renewal rate
You’re probably not the biggest fan of tow truck insurance. We get that – tow truck insurance can get complicated with all of the coverages out there. And, well, towing insurance isn’t exactly cheap. However, it’s … Read More
12 tips so you can have the best road trip ever this summer
Now that summer’s here, you might be planning on going on a road trip with the family. Whether you’re visiting relatives or exploring a new city and playing tourist, road trips can always turn into a … Read More
4 reasons to consider lessors risk insurance
When talking about lessors risk insurance, most people don’t know what a lessor is to start with. This is because when talking about lessors, people generally refer to them as landlords. While landlords may be lessors, … Read More
2018 Summer Tow Truck Gear Guide
Summer is here, and it’s time for a busy towing season. Plenty of people need help with their cars as they’re traveling to and from their destinations. And you and your tow truck are going to … Read More
Condo insurance 101: What you need to know about insuring a condo
If you live in a condo or if you’re going to buy one, you’re probably looking to get some insurance for your home. But perhaps you’ve run into a slight problem: insuring a condominium isn’t quite … Read More
10 tips for safe summer tow truck driving
Although summer doesn’t officially start until mid-June, the weather says otherwise. It definitely feels like summer out there, what with the high temperatures, humidity, and sunlight. You might be a fan of the warm weather or … Read More
What makes a high-risk apartment complex “high-risk”?
If you’ve invested in or operate an apartment complex and you’ve been turned down for insurance, your apartment buildings may be considered “high-risk.” High-risk apartment complexes can be a little trickier to insure than “normal” ones. Many … Read More
13 tips to prevent storm damage to your home this summer
With summer here, your thoughts might be focused on vacation, time off work, and fun in the sun. But there’s something else that we should all put some effort into – preventing storm damage from summer … Read More
8 tips for hiring the best tow truck drivers
If you’re trying to grow your team by hiring new tow truck drivers, you’ve got to find people who will be a good fit for your business. You need a tow truck driver who will work … Read More
6 ways to prevent general liability claims as the owner of a shopping center
If you own a shopping center, you understand that there are many potential mishaps that could befall your strip mall – and, since you’re the one who owns the place, you. There’s always the possibility of … Read More
30 Summer Home Maintenance Tips to Get Your Home Ready for the Season
Ah, summer is here. The temperatures are soaring, the rain is pounding, and the sun is blazing. It’s important that you take the time to maintain your home this summer and to prepare it for the … Read More