According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small business make up 99.7% of U.S. employer firms. Of these businesses, they employ over half of all private-sector employees. Small businesses also: Pay 44% of the total U.S. private payroll. Generate 64% of the new jobs over the past 15 years. Create more than half of the nonfarm private […]
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Is Your Small Business Protected Against a Cyber Attack?
If you run a small business, having a cyber security protocol could be the key to satisfied customers and success. From Equifax to Yahoo and Home Depot to JPMorgan Chase, data breaches and identity theft seem to be the ongoing news story. In theory these national companies have some of the tightest and most advanced […]
Read MoreCollege Student Insurance Essentials
As a parent, I remember the worry I had when my daughters finally chose which college they were going to attend. Being in the insurance business, I’ve thought about what is covered and not covered while my children were away to school, so I wanted to share what you should consider to protect your child […]
Read MoreRoommates Should Not Share Renter’s Insurance
You are probably thinking that since you and your roommate share the cost of rent, utilities, and grocery bill, you might as well share a renter’s insurance policy. Of course, you are trying save money and a few extra dollars can add up, except sharing your renter’s policy might cost you more in the long […]
Read MoreHelp Us Restock the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry
On May 5th, 2018, R.C. Keller & Company will be hosting a Free Shred-it Event, in our office building’s parking lot from 9am to 12pm. With it being Cinco de Mayo, we will have chips and salsa on hand and you could see the Protection Team in sombreros. Let us get rid of your old […]
Read MoreTree Trimming Tips for Landscaping Contractors
Spring is finally in the air and landscaping contractors across the state of Illinois are ready to get back to work. As you start to book jobs and prep all your equipment, please make sure you carve out some time to review safety. The time you spend on planning and training your employees will help […]
Read MoreDifference Between Flood and Water Backup
You may be miles away from the nearest body of water, but flooding is still a possibility, especially during the spring and fall storms. As a homeowner, you want to be properly covered with insurance. You probably know that under a standard homeowners insurance policy, flood damage is not covered. You need flood insurance. What […]
Read MoreWhat is Full Glass Coverage?
Full auto glass coverage pays for the cost to repair or replace your chipped windshield with no deductible. Full glass coverage is an additional option you can add to your personal or business auto policy. Depending on the state you live in, (in Illinois) you can add this coverage with having comprehensive coverage on the […]
Read MoreWhat To Do If Your Pipes Freeze
We have been lucky that freezing temperatures have just joined us. With freezing temps comes water-related claims, such as frozen pipes. Frozen water pipes in your home are a problem in both cold and warm climates, which affect some quarter-million families each winter. Whether your home has plastic or copper pipes, they can freeze. We […]
Read MorePlease Beware of Animals Crossing Ahead
It is a terrifying test of your reflexes, if an animal jumps out in front of you while you are driving. You may be an excellent driver and you know the risk of a highway animal encounter, but do you know what to do when it happens? Most of us don’t, which could explain why […]
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