AdvisorSmith evaluated financial strength, customer satisfaction, ease-of-use, and more to find the best commercial auto insurance companies. Commercial auto insurance is a crucial consideration for any business that owns and operates vehicles, from an independent plumber with a single van to companies with large fleets. Because commercial auto insurance is available from...

AdvisorSmith evaluated financial strength, customer satisfaction, ease-of-use, and more to find the best commercial cyber insurance companies. Cyber insurance is becoming increasingly important as companies rely more on digital systems and as cyberattacks, ransomware attacks, and data breaches become more prevalent. Many companies manage sensitive data, including credit card information, customer names...

AdvisorSmith evaluated financial strength, customer satisfaction, ease of use, and more to find the best small business loans. Having access to funds for your small business can be crucial. In lean times and in growth periods, the right financing can not only keep your company afloat but also supercharge your business. It can...

Learn about the fees, pricing models, and rates for accepting credit card payments. When you accept credit and debit card payments, you must pay a number of associated fees for each sale; these are collectively known as credit card processing fees. It’s important to understand how these fees...

Take a look at our mid-year update into the rising average costs of cyber insurance in 2021. Numerous high-profile cyberattacks and ransomware attacks have been reported at companies around the world in 2021. Cyberattacks have hit industries from meat processing to health care, as networked computing systems have become an integral part...

From accelerators to venture funds, learn how to finance your student startup. Many students enter university or MBA programs with the intention of starting their own businesses, and starting a company while still in college can provide valuable experience. Once you have an idea and plan for...

Take a look at our deep dive into the average cost of travel insurance in the U.S. The average cost of travel insurance in the U.S. is $95, based on an AdvisorSmith study of over 50 travel insurance policies. This coverage is becoming more and more popular in the U.S., particularly as...

Shobana Iyer is a senior at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, where she is majoring in actuarial science and applied statistics and minoring in management. Shobana is interning this summer at PricewaterhouseCoopers and is...

Emma Hayes is a senior at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois, where she is majoring in actuarial science and accounting. Emma is the president of Olivet Nazarene’s Investment Club, and she is also involved...

Sean Laurent is a recent graduate of Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri, where he majored in mathematics with an emphasis in actuarial sciences and data science. Sean graduated in May, and he will be...