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Water Damage in Multifamily Buildings: Coverage Triggers, Common Exclusions, and Best Practices

Written By Charlotte Insurance on February 10, 2026. It has 0 comments.

a flooded apartment complex

If you own a multifamily building, there are a number of things to worry about, ranging from finding tenants to collecting rent on time. Duties like caring for the building, performing routine maintenance, and making sure that all of the utilities are running properly are also items on your list. Dealing with flood damage? That’s […]

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High-Net-Worth Insurance Checklist for 2026: What Standard Policies Usually Miss

Written By Charlotte Insurance on February 9, 2026. It has 0 comments.

a high-value home in need of the right high-net worth insurance policies

Those who have amassed a sizable net worth tend to have collections and assets that reflect their wealth. They also often enjoy the luxuries of high-value homes, a staff, and the ability to travel throughout the world, often to visit one of their multiple properties. But these so-called luxuries often require higher coverage limits and […]

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Garage Liability vs. Dealer Open Lot: What Each Covers (and What It Doesn’t)

Written By Charlotte Insurance on February 9, 2026. It has 0 comments.

a car dealership covered with both garage keepers liability insurance and open lot insurance

Auto dealerships need to have certain types of insurance in place. Two of them include garage liability and dealer open lot insurance, both of which commonly are mistaken for each other. As it turns out, both do very different things, with garage liability covering any injuries or property damage that happens to others while on […]

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Is Your Pharmacy’s Delivery Service Protected? Commercial Auto Tips for 2026

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 21, 2026. It has 0 comments.

pharmacy delivery service dropping off a package after securing the right insurance

Key Takeaways Match your policy to how vehicles are used: owned, hired/leased, or employee-owned. Don’t assume personal auto covers delivery – most policies have business-use gaps. Set liability limits that fit pharmacy delivery exposures and local requirements. Add physical damage coverage if your pharmacy owns vehicles (or wants stronger protection). Use endorsements and umbrella coverage […]

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How to Align Your Insurance with Lean Manufacturing Goals

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 20, 2026. It has 0 comments.

a lean manufacturing facility in need of insurance

Key Takeaways Use risk assessments to spot operational “waste” that creates preventable losses and coverage gaps. Preventive and predictive maintenance can reduce breakdown claims and support better underwriting outcomes. Pair lean safety culture with smart workers’ comp practices to protect people and control costs. Turn claims and loss-run data into continuous improvement inputs—not just paperwork. […]

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Start the Year Right: Insurance Tasks Every HOA Board Should Prioritize in January

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 20, 2026. It has 0 comments.

a condo complex

Key Takeaways Confirm your master policy limits reflect current replacement costs for buildings, amenities, and shared infrastructure. Eliminate confusion by clearly defining what the HOA covers vs. what unit owners must insure. Verify D&O coverage and vendor COIs to reduce the risk of costly lawsuits and uninsured vendor losses. Reassess specialty coverage needs (flood, earthquake, […]

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New Year, New Risks: 5 Insurance Updates to Make in January

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 12, 2026. It has 0 comments.

a group of business problems discussing their New Year insurance needs

Key Takeaways Re-check limits so inflation and rebuild costs don’t leave you underinsured. Make sure business interruption coverage matches how you operate today. Update workers’ comp and EPLI based on staffing changes and expanded roles. Revisit cyber liability as threats, vendors, and response plans evolve. Audit COIs so a lapse doesn’t turn into your problem. […]

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Year-End Insurance Checklist for Businesses: What to Review Before January 1

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 20, 2025. It has 0 comments.

wooden blocks with the words 'year end review' written on them

The end of the calendar year is a suitable time for businesses to review their operations, budgets, business forecasts, and most importantly, their insurance policies. Many things can change over the course of the year that can make your insurance policies insufficient. Adding new employees, creating new product categories, and investing in new equipment are […]

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Holiday Parties and Liability: What Condo and HOA Boards Need to Know

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 18, 2025. It has 0 comments.

a holiday party taking place outdoors around a community pool in a neighborhood controlled by an HOA

It’s common to hold holiday gatherings in the common spaces of condominiums and other communities. Whether the HOA hosts the party or the space is available to rent to tenants, there are always things that can go wrong. Someone drinks too much and falls into the empty pool, an electrical fire is sparked by Christmas […]

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HIPAA Compliance: Year-End Risk Review for Pharmacies

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 15, 2025. It has 0 comments.

a pharmacist reviewing their HIPAA compliance

End of year risk and compliance reviews should be conducted by all businesses, especially pharmacies. As the regulations, like HIPAA, certifications, such as those required by your PBMs or Pharmacy Benefit Managers, and other related statutes that your pharmacy must adhere to, change on a regular basis, it’s crucial to do these end-of-year reviews. In […]

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