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🧾 Tailored for Business Owners 

Running a business takes enough risk as it is—your insurance shouldn’t add to it. A Business Owners Policy (BOP) combines essential coverages into one streamlined package, helping you protect your property, operations, and liability without the complexity of managing multiple policies.

At AEC Insurance Services, we customize BOPs based on your industry, location, and risk profile. We work with top-tier carriers like Travelers to offer broad protection with flexibility and options that scale with your growth.

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🔐 What’s Included in a BOP?

Most BOPs combine three core coverages:

  • Property Insurance
    Protects your building (owned or leased), office equipment, inventory, signage, and more—on-site and sometimes off-site.

  • Business Interruption (Loss of Income)
    Covers lost income and operating expenses if you’re forced to shut down temporarily due to a covered event like a fire or storm.

  • General Liability Insurance
    Protects against claims of bodily injury, property damage, or personal injury caused by your business operations, products, or services.

🧩 Optional Add-Ons

Because no two businesses are alike, your BOP can be enhanced with:

  • Cyber Liability – For data breaches, ransomware, and privacy violations

  • Employment Practices Liability (EPLI) – Covers claims like wrongful termination or discrimination

  • Tools & Equipment Coverage – Great for contractors, trades, and mobile businesses

  • Professional Liability (E&O) – Especially useful for consultants, tech professionals, and service providers

  • Hired & Non-Owned Auto – Covers vehicles your business uses but doesn’t own

  • Crime Coverage – Protects against internal theft or fraud

We help you choose the endorsements that actually apply to your business—no filler.

👥 Who Is a BOP For?

Our typical BOP clients include:

  • Consultants & Freelancers

  • Retail Shops

  • Restaurants & Cafes

  • Medical & Dental Offices

  • Personal & Pet Care Businesses

  • Commercial Property Owners

  • Tech Companies & Startups

  • Nonprofits & Religious Organizations

  • Contractors & Tradespeople

If you have fewer than 100 employees and under $10 million in annual revenue, a BOP is likely the best starting point for comprehensive protection.

💡 Why Clients Choose AEC for Business Coverage

  • We’re brokers, not agents. That means we work for you—not an insurance company.

  • We explain coverage in plain English. You won’t get lost in the fine print.

  • We quote multiple carriers. You’ll see your options clearly and know what you’re paying for.

  • We’re easy to reach. No 1-800 numbers, no phone trees—just real people who know your business by name.

💸 Discounts & Cost Considerations

Premiums depend on your business type, location, revenue, and coverage limits—but we actively look for savings:

  • Multi-policy bundles

  • Claims-free credits

  • Alarm or sprinkler systems

  • Trade association memberships

  • New business incentives

❓ FAQs

Is a BOP required by law?
No, but it may be required by landlords, lenders, or vendors you do business with. It’s also a smart way to protect your investment and reputation.

What if my business doesn’t qualify for a BOP?
We can still build a customized commercial package policy (CPP) to suit your needs—especially if you're in a higher-risk industry or need specialized coverages.

Does a BOP include Workers’ Comp?
No, but we can quote it alongside your BOP and coordinate both coverages to avoid gaps.

What if I work from home?
Home-based businesses may still need a BOP or separate liability coverage—homeowners insurance often won’t cover business-related losses.

📞 Let’s Build a BOP That Works for You

Get coverage that keeps up with your business—not just your paperwork.

Call: 805-328-5001
Email: info@aecriskmanagement.com

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