construction insurance

Why is it that insurance for equipment and vehicles is so expensive? Is there anything you can do to lower those costs? How about things like vehicle ratings, how does that play in your premium? Stephen is answering those questions and more on this week's episode.

Topics we cover in this episode include:

• Should your vehicle be on your personal policy?
• Costs for a commercial policy vs. a personal policy
• What goes into rating a vheicle and how can you get lower premiums?
• Having good drivers can lower your insurance rates
• How insurance companies use telematics
• Equipment insurance
• Is it cheaper to insure rented or owned equipment?
• Vehicles, equipment and loss control

LINKS

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Wade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.com
Stephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.com

This week, Mac Bell joins us to talk about safety and how a good relationship with your insurance agent can help you avoid safety claims and save money.

 Topics we cover in this episode include:

• Engagement with policy holders is proven to reduce claims
• Common mistakes that lead to safety claims
• Why it's important to get workers back to work quickly and how to do it
• Experience Rate Modifiers
• Why you should always turn in claims, even if just for reporting
• What you can do today to improve your safety program

LINKS

Visit the episode page at https://contractorsuccessforum.com/safety for more details and a transcript of the show.

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Mac Bell, Builders Mutual

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Wade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.com
Stephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.com

This week, bonding and insurance agent Stephen Brown shares the questions you need to ask now to avoid surprises on your next insurance renewal.

Topics we cover in this episode include:

• Why a good insurance agent should always make sure you're prepared for audits and renewals
• Which insurance lines are currently experiencing price increases 
• How telematics can save you a considerable amount of money on your auto insurance
• The three reasons you may be surprised when you get your insurance renewal 
• Why it's important to have a construction-oriented agent who can help you understand your insurance and classify employees correctly

LINKS

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Rob Williams, Profit Strategist | IronGateESS.com
Wade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.com
Stephen Brown, Bonding Expert | McWins.com

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Wade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA | CarpenterCPAs.com
Stephen Brown, Bonding Expert | SuretyAnswers.com

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