About this episode

This episode covers essential insurance knowledge for antique dealers, collectors, and designers.

Insurance is one of the most overlooked and most critical topics in the antiques business. In this episode, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down with Steven Becker of The Becker Agency, a specialist in fine art, antiques, and collectibles insurance, to break down everything antique dealers, collectors, and interior designers need to know about properly protecting their businesses and collections. From general liability and inland marine policies to transit coverage for inventory shipped from Europe, workers' compensation, and the often misunderstood limits of homeowner's policies, Steven demystifies the world of antiques insurance in plain, accessible language. Whether you're a new dealer filling your first container of European antiques or a seasoned collector with a six-figure collection, this episode could save your business and your livelihood. Check out the links from our episode. Steven Becker: beckeragency.com | steven@beckeragency.com Toma Clark Haines: Instagram | antiquesdiva.com | Substack | toma@antiquesdiva.com The Three Graces Episode: Apple Podcasts | Spotify

People in this episode

Host: Toma Clark Haines

Guest: Steven Becker

Topics covered

• antiques insurance
• business protection
• collectibles
• liability policies
• transit coverage
• workers' compensation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Becker Agency, The Antiques Diva & Co, Instagram, antiquesdiva.com, Substack, Apple Podcasts, Spotify

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