Commercial Property Insurance: It’s More Important Than You Might Think

By: Joseph C. Smith, CIC, CPIA, CBIA Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. Frederick, MD What is Commercial Property Insurance? As a business owner, one of the most important types of insurance you need in your toolkit is commercial property insurance. Whether you own the building or are a tenant, commercial property insurance is necessary to protect … Continue reading Commercial Property Insurance: It’s More Important Than You Might Think

Insurance Needs for General Contractors and Subcontractors

By Joseph Lalla, Account Executive Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. Silver Spring, MD Bringing a construction project to life is a team effort. There’s usually a general contractor, who is responsible for the full management of the project, but there’s also a group of subcontractors, who perform the actual work itself. When it comes to insurance … Continue reading Insurance Needs for General Contractors and Subcontractors

What I thought Insurance Was, What It Actually Is, and What I’ve Learned

By Michael Crowell, Associate Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. Silver Spring, MD When I first decided to embark upon a new career in insurance, I was all in. I plunged head first into a new career, confident that I would succeed. Expecting an adjustment period and some initial growing pains, I’m going to be honest with you…I … Continue reading What I thought Insurance Was, What It Actually Is, and What I’ve Learned

5 Types of Coverage Every Business Needs

Business insurance can be incredibly complex. Every company’s insurance needs will differ based on factors like industry, location, and size. However, regardless of these factors, there are a number of core coverages that every business should have. If you own a business, then this article is for you. We’ve compiled a list of five coverages … Continue reading 5 Types of Coverage Every Business Needs