It’s October, which means pumpkins, costumes, and maybe a few friendly scares. But for business owners, the scariest surprises aren’t haunted houses or things that go bump in the night… they’re coverage gaps that show up when you least expect them.
If you’re in construction or managing a build, there’s a good chance you’ve heard these two terms tossed around:
Builders risk insurance is designed to protect your project from the unexpected—but what if you buy the policy and still end up exposed? That happens more often than you’d think. Why? Because there are common mistakes builders, developers, and even experienced project managers make when purchasing coverage. Here’s the good news:
If you've driven any stretch of highway recently, you've likely noticed the countless billboards advertising the "largest personal injury attorneys" or touting "record settlements." These flashy signs beg the question: how are these settlements possible on such a massive scale, and what does this mean for the insurance industry—and you?
It seems just about every new business owner that we've worked with is in a bind with the 1 (or more) of the same 4 problems.
In today's turbulent business environment, insurance has become a major pain point for many companies. As someone deeply entrenched in the industry, I've noticed a recurring pattern of challenges that seem to plague business ...
The last few years have been a challenge for many businesses due to a number of reasons (some more obvious than others). Some of these factors have also had a negative effect on the insurance industry after years of relative stability, which has accelerated a hardening insurance marketplace. This means that many segments of the insurance industry are becoming less ...
Updated January 2026
Updated January 2026
What to Do After a Loss: A Step-by-Step Insurance Claims Guide (Updated for 2026)
Experiencing property damage, an auto accident, a workplace injury, or a liability claim can be overwhelming. After ensuring everyone’s safety and receiving any necessary medical care, many people are left wondering:
Updated January 2026
Business Interruption Planning in 2025: How to Protect Your Business Before a Disruption Happens
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), nearly 40% of businesses never reopen after a disaster. In 2025, disasters don’t just mean fires or storms—they include cyberattacks, utility failures, supply chain breakdowns, workforce disruptions, and government-mandated shutdowns.
Updated December 2025
Alpena
514 N Ripley Blvd
Alpena, MI 49707
Local: (989) 356-6133
Hillman
150 State St
Hillman, MI 49746
Local: (989) 742-4574
Traverse City
3183 Logan Valley Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
Local: (231) 947-1164
Iron River
117 W Genesee St, Ste 1
Iron River, MI 49935
Local: (906) 265-5137
Petoskey
1170 Bay View Rd, Ste B
Petoskey, MI 49770
Local: (231) 347-4610
Gaylord
440 W Main St, Ste F
Gaylord, MI 49735-1401
Local: (989) 705-8664
Oscoda
PO Box 39
Oscoda, MI 48750-0039
Local: (989) 739-1461
