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Why is Business Interruption Insurance important?
Business Interruption Insurance is important, as it protects companies against financial loss during periods when they are unable to trade, due to an unforeseen event.
How do you calculate gross profit in insurance?
Gross profit is calculated by taking a company’s turnover and deducting fixed and variable costs.
What is Business Interruption cover?
Business Interruption cover is an insurance policy, which will pay out if a company cannot trade, due an unforeseen event.
What is the difference between Business Income and Business Interruption?
Business Income is the net amount that a company earns, after running costs have been deducted. Business Interruption is when a company is forced to stop trading, because of an unforeseen event.
How long does it take to set up a Business Interruption Insurance policy?
Where the client is below a certain age, in good health and is applying for a sum assured below a specified level, a policy could be applied for online. Cover could also start as soon as terms are accepted by the applicant.
The Business Interruption Process
Working with HB Partners
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An informal introductory conversation
Our specialist Business Interruption experts will work with you to understand your business risks, then discuss the options available. We will identify the high-risk areas of your business and the level of cover required.
We will research the market to source the right Business Interruption Insurance product for your circumstances.
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The right Business Interruption Insurance for you
We will calculate the level of cover required, compare the providers and discuss costs and options with you.
With your agreement, our specialist partners will then proceed with an application. They will take care of all the paperwork, updating you with progress on your case, until completion.
Full Application
Business Interruption Insurance helps businesses to protect themselves against financial loss during periods when they cannot trade as usual, due to an unexpected event, such as
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WHAT IS THE COST OF BUSINESS INTERRUPTION INSURANCE?
The cost of Business Insurance Interruption is calculated by the insurer, who assesses the business risk and the amount of cover you require.
IS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION INSURANCE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
The simple answer is yes, in the majority of cases. We strongly recommend that you check with HMRC for exceptions.
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON CAUSES OF BUSINESS INTERRUPTION?
The most common causes are fire, flood and burglary, resulting in an interruption to your business trading.
WHO OWNS THE POLICY?
The company takes out and owns the policy. The company is also the beneficiary of any claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why use us?
We don’t sell. We listen objectively and identify financial risks which allow us to put in place the best insurance policy available.
We have over 25 years' experience in the mortgage industry, offering a wealth of knowledge and the highest standards of professionalism.
We have access to technical insurance portals to analyse the best providers and policies across the whole of the market.
We provide expert professional advice to homeowners and first time buyers on mortgages, remortgages and buy to lets.
Where necessary, we have direct access to senior underwriters in some of the biggest insurance providers in the UK.
We are qualified to advise you on your equity release requirements.
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