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What is a certificate of insurance?

Question 38 in 100 Insurance Questions in 100 Days Video Series! https://youtu.be/ZdibS5_zCuQ If you own a business or hire businesses/individuals to do work for you in New York State, then you'll want to get familiar with insurance certificates. These are the proof that coverage is in place, with one caveat. Watch the video to see what that is and how a certificate can work for you.
September 13, 2017
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Is there a way to verify that a contractor is currently insured?

Question 18 in 100 Insurance Questions in 100 Days https://youtu.be/9i5xL_FLQB0 When hiring a contractor, one of the 1st things you should ask is: "Are you insured?" If they say yes, ask for proof (watch the video to see what to ask for). If they say no - well that next step is up to you. Just know that as a property owner, you are liable for what happens in your home. If one of their employees gets hurt, you would be on the hook if an insurance policy was not in force. As the owner of the property you are…
August 24, 2017
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