There are several aspects of insurance that you should compare online before deciding which policy is the best fit for your business. Some of the key areas to compare are:
Cost
Cost is an important consideration for any insurance policy, but you shouldn't choose the cheapest policy just to save money. It's more important to choose an insurance policy that provides you with all the cover and protection you need, rather than one that will leave you unprotected just to save a few dollars a year. Nonetheless, it’s important to avoid overpaying for your insurance.
Inclusions
Take a close look at what’s included in the policy. This will give you a clear idea of what sort of insurance you need and whether it covers you for all the risks you need protection against. For example, if you run a dog-walking business and are looking for insurance, you may feel that having public liability insurance is essential in case one of your cuddly customers bites anyone. If the general business insurance policy you’re looking at doesn’t include public liability, it’s time to get back online and find a different option.
Exclusions
Just as important as what’s included in your policy is what isn’t. Many business insurance policies exclude glass breakage, for example. Therefore, if you’ve just spent thousands on a new glass front counter for your retail shop, you may feel that having glass breakage cover is essential. If a major concern for your business is excluded from the cover, enquire if it can be included as an add-on, or look for another insurance policy that offers it automatically.
Maximum payout limits
It also pays to check what the maximum payout limits are for the type of insurance you’re comparing. For example, if you’re after public liability insurance in the ACT, you may not need $20 million worth of cover for your small business. If you know you only require $5 million, ask for a payout limit reduction (which should reduce the cost of your policy). Don’t spend unnecessary amounts of money paying for insurance you likely won’t need.