Business Overhead Expense Insurance ? Do I Need It?
Monday, May 25th, 2009Personal disability insurance protects a physician’s ability to earn income, but what protects his or her medical practice? Business overhead expenses are just as relentless for those who suffer a disability. A practice that relies on a small number of people (or one person) to produce revenue is economically vulnerable if one of those individuals becomes disabled. A business overhead expense (“BOE”) disability policy will cover the ongoing operating expenses of your practice. It ensures that you do not have to use personal assets to pay for business expenses if you become disabled. If the insured does become disabled, a BOE policy pays a monthly benefit based on business expenses, not anticipated profits. The following are some business overhead expenses that are covered by BOE insurance: - Rent or Mortgage Payments - Employee Salaries and Benefits - Utility Bills - Property Taxes - Accounting Fees, Legal Fees, and Professional Dues .. Read More