Home businesses have become increasingly popular. About 50% of small businesses in the United States are classified as home businesses. Having your business in your home is both cost-effective and convenient. However, when it comes to insurance, you should check with your insurance agent. How your carrier views home businesses may surprise you. At Bogden Insurance Agency in Berlin, CT, we are here to answer those important insurance questions you may have about your home business. 

Property insurance

You have property insurance on your home to protect both the building and your contents. Depending on the type of home business that you have, you may have more than just a few pieces of office equipment to protect from loss or damage. Home insurance may cover your office and a limited amount for things like a desk or a copier, but if you have records and inventory that you store at home, you could find that your home insurance is not going to give you the amount of protection you need. 

Liability insurance

Home insurance offers you protection from legal action taken against you by someone who is injured by you or a family member. As a business owner, you are even more vulnerable to getting sued by a client or a vendor. If someone is visiting you at your home on business, you may find out your home insurance does not cover these injuries. They are also likely not to cover a dissatisfied customer who sues you. 

Auto insurance

When you use your personal vehicle for business, your auto insurance may opt not to cover you. You should talk to your insurance agent about commercial auto insurance. 

If you have or are considering having a home business, talk to Bogden Insurance Agency in Berlin, CT about the best way to make sure you have insurance coverage.