Understanding the Hidden Risk Running a business in Santa Ana often means asking employees to run errands, meet clients, or travel for work. Sometimes they use their own cars, sometimes they rent one. It seems simple enough — until an…
Car, Go… Gone! Why Businesses Can’t Ignore Cargo Theft in 2025 Cargo theft in the U.S. is reaching alarming levels. After jumping nearly 50% in 2024, incidents are already up another 22% in early 2025 (Overhaul, 2025). Criminals are becoming…
Why SoCal Residents Should Stay Alert to Fake Calls Picture this: You’re stuck in traffic on the 405, the sun’s finally out after the morning marine layer, and your phone rings. It looks like your bank’s 800 number—or worse, your…
Meeting with a financial planner is one of the best steps you can take toward building a secure financial future. But if you arrive unprepared, you may miss valuable opportunities to get personalized, actionable advice. Whether this is your first…
Many business owners pay their workers’ compensation insurance premium once a year and then forget about it until it’s time to renew. But waiting until the last minute is not the best way to keep your costs down. Workers’ comp…
Pollution and environmental claims are a growing threat for contractors of all sizes. Whether you work in excavation, plumbing, roofing, or demolition, one mistake can lead to costly cleanup, remediation, and legal liability. From surface water contamination to asbestos exposure…
Creating a safe workplace isn’t just about following the rules — it’s about building a culture of safety where employees feel valued and motivated to protect themselves and their coworkers. One of the most effective ways to make safety part…
President Trump’s aggressive return to tariff-heavy policies in 2025 isn’t just rattling Wall Street; it’s hitting us here on Main Street too. And while it might not make headlines every day, this new wave of tariffs is quietly working its…
As flames engulf a building and firefighters battle the blaze, the owner gets scolded by a man in a suit—because she waited too long to file her insurance claim. Don’t let delays cost you big. Learn how fast action can save your home, business, and wallet.
As the Trump administration returns to aggressive tariff strategies, business owners across the country are once again bracing for impact. On-again, off-again tariffs aimed at key trade partners like China, Mexico, and Canada are creating a volatile environment where forecasting…