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Are you wondering what insurance you need for your business? Find out about the different types of cover available here with Savvy.
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As a business owner, one of the most important decisions you'll make is choosing the right insurance coverage to protect your business. With so many options available, it isn’t always easy to know exactly what insurance you need for your business.
With Savvy, you can explore the various types of insurance coverage available to business owners in Australia. Find out more about the policies on the market in our comprehensive guide to help you determine which type of insurance may offer your business the most suitable protection for your needs.
Business insurance consists of a range of different policies which can offer financial protection for a wide range of aspects of running a company. These include:
Is business insurance compulsory?
Some types of business insurance are compulsory in certain circumstances, such as:
Others forms of business insurance aren’t mandatory, but can provide much-needed protection and peace of mind for business owners. For instance, commercial property insurance is important to protect landlords who rely on receiving rent to cover their mortgage.
It’s vital to get an insurance package that covers everything which is valuable and relied upon by your business. To ensure you get the best deal and policy (or policies) which suit your business needs, it’s important to get multiple quotes from different providers so you get a stronger understanding of what types of insurance are available, how much they cost and whether they’re suitable for you. This will help you make an informed decision about the type of business insurance that you need.
Covers legal costs and compensation claims if a third party is injured or their property is damaged due to your business activities.
Protects against claims of professional negligence or errors in your work, providing financial coverage for legal costs and damages.
Provides coverage if a product you supply, sell or manufacture causes injury or property damage, covering legal costs and compensation claims.
It is mandatory in Australia and can cover the wages of employees who are unable to work due to injury or illness incurred while on the job.
Protects your business property and assets from damage or loss due to events like fire, theft, or natural disasters.
A comprehensive policy combining public liability, property, and contents insurance, tailored for small businesses.
Financial protection if your business is unable to operate due to a covered event, covering lost income and ongoing expenses.
Covers loss or damage to your business equipment, stock, and contents due to events like theft, fire, or natural disasters.
Provides income protection in case of injury or illness, offering financial support during the recovery period.
Protects directors and officers from legal claims related to their management decisions and actions, covering legal costs and damages.
Covers your business assets, including equipment, machinery, and inventory, against loss or damage caused by specified events.
Provides coverage for liability, loss, or damage related to the operation of drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Insurance that covers the cost of professional fees associated with responding to tax audits, including accountant fees and legal representation costs.
Reimburses fixed business expenses if you're unable to work due to illness or injury, ensuring continuity of essential financial commitments.
This cover protects against claims of property damage or bodily injury by a third party, covering legal costs and compensation claims.
A package of insurance suitable for small businesses that combines various different types of insurance to protect business owners against multiple risks.
Covers loss or damage to your business equipment and machinery including portable items due to events like theft, fire, or accidental damage.
Provides coverage for loss or damage resulting from theft or burglary at your business premises, safeguarding your assets and inventory.
Protects against financial losses and liabilities arising from cyber-related incidents, including data theft, cyber attacks and ransomware demands.
Covers the cost of repair or replacement of glass windows and doors and other glass fixtures and fittings due to accidental damage or breakage.
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Disclaimer:
Savvy is partnered with BizCover Pty Ltd (ABN 68 127 707 975, AFSL 501769) to provide readers with a variety of business insurance policies to compare. Savvy earns a commission from BizCover each time a customer buys a business insurance policy via our website. We don’t arrange for products to be purchased from these brands directly, as all purchases are conducted via BizCover.
Savvy does not compare all business insurance policies or providers currently operating in the market. Any advice presented above or on other pages is general in nature and doesn’t consider your personal or business objectives, needs or finances. It’s always important to consider whether advice is suitable for you before purchasing an insurance policy.
For any further information on the variety of insurers compared by BizCover or how their business works, you can read their Financial Services Guide.
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Quantum Savvy Pty Ltd (ABN 78 660 493 194) trades as Savvy and operates as an Authorised Credit Representative 541339 of Australian Credit Licence 414426 (AFAS Group Pty Ltd, ABN 12 134 138 686). We are one of Australia’s leading financial comparison sites and have been helping Australians make savvy decisions when it comes to their money for over a decade.
We’re partnered with lenders, insurers and other financial institutions who compensate us for business initiated through our website. We earn a commission each time a customer chooses or buys a product advertised on our site, which you can find out more about here, as well as in our credit guide for asset finance. It’s also crucial to read the terms and conditions, Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) or credit guide of our partners before signing up for your chosen product. However, the compensation we receive doesn’t impact the content written and published on our website, as our writing team exercises full editorial independence.
For more information about us and how we conduct our business, you can read our privacy policy and terms of use.
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