Business Owners Policy (BOP): Coverage & Costs

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking down confusing terms and products to help others mak.

Jason Metz Lead Editor, Insurance

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking down confusing terms and products to help others mak.

Written By Jason Metz Lead Editor, Insurance

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking down confusing terms and products to help others mak.

Jason Metz Lead Editor, Insurance

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking down confusing terms and products to help others mak.

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Ashlee is an insurance editor, journalist and business professional with an MBA and more than 17 years of hands-on experience in both business and personal finance. She is passionate about empowering others to protect life's most important assets. Wh.

Ashlee Valentine Deputy Editor, Insurance

Ashlee is an insurance editor, journalist and business professional with an MBA and more than 17 years of hands-on experience in both business and personal finance. She is passionate about empowering others to protect life's most important assets. Wh.

Ashlee Valentine Deputy Editor, Insurance

Ashlee is an insurance editor, journalist and business professional with an MBA and more than 17 years of hands-on experience in both business and personal finance. She is passionate about empowering others to protect life's most important assets. Wh.

Ashlee Valentine Deputy Editor, Insurance

Ashlee is an insurance editor, journalist and business professional with an MBA and more than 17 years of hands-on experience in both business and personal finance. She is passionate about empowering others to protect life's most important assets. Wh.

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Updated: Jul 7, 2023, 3:07am

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Business Owners Policy (BOP): Coverage & Costs

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As a small business owner, you want to have a financial safety net if your company experiences problems that could cause a significant monetary setback. For example, a fire could destroy your building and your office equipment, which could also result in lost business income. Or your company could be sued because a customer gets hurt while visiting your store.

Small business insurance companies bundle three essential coverage types that can help you recover from common problems. It’s a practical solution that can also help you save money.

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