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Top 5 Reasons Why EVERY Small Business Needs Cyber Liability Pop Quiz, hotshot.  You show up to work on Monday morning and try to open your electronic customer files.  The files are empty.  What do you do? Hacking is real. It happens every day and it’s much more than the Russians messing with the government.  Small […]

  I first read the total money makeover when I received the book as a gift after graduating from college. I had no idea who Dave Ramsey was and I had no idea how bad I was at personal finance. For a guy who doesn’t like to sit down and actually read, (I prefer to […]

As most everything can be done on a smartphone, it should be no surprise there is now a proverbial universe of apps available that allow you to control various elements of your house. While some people already have jumped on this bandwagon, it is still relatively novel technology. Let’s take a look at some of […]

  New Year’s Day stands as a celebration for the beginning of a new chapter.  While this is a joyous occasion it is important to be aware of the commonality of automotive theft this time of year. Depending upon the year, New Year’s Day often falls within the top three days for the highest amount […]

Small businesses had a big year in 2016, with a stronger economy translating to increased revenue-building opportunities among the nation’s entrepreneurs. One of the biggest reasons why small businesses were able to capitalize on a healthier economy was technology, as certain trends have intensified significantly and improved prospects for the typical entrepreneurial firm. Let’s take […]

Did you know that small businesses are among the most important components of the American economy, both on the local and national levels? Consider the following statistics from the U.S. Small Business Administration, an entity devoted to supporting entrepreneurs: Small businesses outnumbered large ones by a margin of 28.8 million to 18,600 in 2013. More […]

This is a very special Thanksgiving for us at Centro Insurance. Our dream became a reality in May due to the help and support of many people: To our families – Thank you for all your support over the past year. We realize that many sacrifices were made to make our dream a reality. Your […]

 Fires can be devastating to any business, but smaller firms tend to have less cushion financially and more to lose, making this threat especially dangerous. If you own a small business, make sure you take all of the steps necessary to mitigate the risk of and prepare for fire. Inherent danger The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, […]

Should Your Business Use Facebook Ads? Business News Daily, a publication catering to small businesses, points out that more than 1.5 billion individuals are active on Facebook, making it the largest social media platform of all. The site has also led the pack in terms of innovations that make it easier to produce winning ad campaigns. […]

Keep Your Furry Friends Safe Here are a few of the more important things to remember when trying to prevent your pet from starting a fire in or around your home: Glass bowls can be dangerous In the same way that a magnifying glass held under direct sunlight can spark a fire, glass water bowls […]