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The 5 most common small business insurance claims

February 28, 2020 UFG Insurance Business

If you're a small business owner, it's important to understand frequent insurance claims that occur. Learn more about five of the most common.

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Top safety tips when using space heaters

February 19, 2020 UFG Insurance Personal Read Time: 5 min

Although convenient, space heaters can be a hazard over the winter months. Here are must-read, top safety tips when using space heaters.

2016 Insurance Day on the Hill featuring Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds

Insurance Day on the Hill: An event that’s “Worth It”

February 17, 2020 UFG Insurance We are UFG

Worth It campaign against distracted driving makes an appearance at Iowa's Insurance Day on the Hill.

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3 ideas for safer online shopping

February 13, 2020 UFG Insurance Personal Read Time: 4 min

Don’t let cybercriminals steal your thunder. Keep these three ideas in mind for safer online shopping.

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Here’s the scoop on umbrella insurance

February 7, 2020 UFG Insurance Business Personal Read Time: 4 min

Don’t let bad luck leave you all wet. Keep your assets from being washed away with umbrella insurance.

3 claims examples that will make manufacturers want E&O insurance

January 30, 2020 UFG Insurance Business

Defective materials and faulty workmanship can really mess up a manufacturer’s day. Here are three claims examples that will make manufacturers want E&O insurance coverage.

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5 things to do after a car accident

January 8, 2020 UFG Insurance Auto

From big collisions to small fender-benders, emotions can run high after a car crash. Here are 5 things to help you remember what to do after an auto accident.

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3 Keys to Establishing a Surety Relationship

January 6, 2020 UFG Insurance Surety

Contractors have enough to worry about. But if you’re considering pursuing projects requiring surety bonds, the first step is to build a surety relationship that will benefit you for years to come.

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The surety claim process: What you need to know

December 31, 2019 UFG Insurance Surety

Did you receive a claim on your surety bond? Don’t worry, it’s not the end of the world. Here, we discuss what you need to know in the surety claim process.

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Safer holiday travel in 6 easy-to-do steps

December 16, 2019 UFG Insurance Auto Personal Read Time: 5 min

A distracted-driving related crash doesn’t have a place at any holiday table. Change your driving habits for the better with these 6 easy-to-do steps to stay focused on the holiday road.

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Four basics about homeowner insurance

December 12, 2019 UFG Insurance Personal Read Time: 5 min

You know it’s important to protect your home with the right insurance coverage, but where do you begin? Here are four basics to help you understand homeowner insurance.