Money

Most businesses will require insurance on their Money, which includes cheques (except pre-signed blank ones), postal and money orders and current postal stamps. Cheques are included in the definition for your complete protection, although their loss should not usually result in any money loss to you. Premiums The premiums will depend on the type of […]

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Bonds

A bond is not an insurance policy, having some fundamental differences from it. An insurance policy is an agreement between two parties only, the Insured and the Insurer whereby, in return for a premium, the Insurer agrees to pay claims should the event insured against occur. A bond, however, involves three parties: The contractor, who […]

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Fire and Perils

This is the main material damage cover (see the next section for Loss of Profits) required by businesses, protecting the buildings and contents against a variety of perils. Perils To Be Covered While there is the understandable perception that the main threats to the assets of any business doing business in The Bahamas are fire […]

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Loss of Profits

This type of cover is also known as Consequential Loss or Business Interruption. The Fire & Perils policy excludes consequential loss, so a separate Loss of Profits policy is required. Loss of profits following a major loss, like a fire or hurricane, is often responsible for putting a business out of operation if Loss of […]

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Recessionary Times Equals Excellent Lessons

By: A. Keshelle Kerr In a tough economy, talking about money and investing can be more important than a primer on the "birds and the bees". Since my last article on "tough times", I promised not to write a similar one again. However, as things have gotten financial tougher for some parents, I am sure […]

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Teaching Kids about Money

Kids pick up on the unspoken messages of those around them. Unfortunately, most of us as parents do not set the best example when it comes to personal finance. For better or worse, the best way to raise financially savvy adults is to start young.

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