When insuring their cargo, importers will need to decide what risk management option is ideal for their business. When purchasing Marine Cargo Insurance, Importers must choose if they want to insure...
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Incoterms® Comparison: CIF Versus FOB
Get a better idea of which term is right for your business in this Incoterms® comparison of CIF versus FOB. While we all understand the importance of knowing the Incoterms® rules used for our...
Choosing an Incoterm for Your U.S. Exports
Choosing an incoterm for your U.S. exports can be tricky business. However, with an understanding of the responsibilities that come with each incoterm, an exporter can easily choose the best one for...
[Webinar] The U.S. Importer’s Introduction to Incoterms
Trade Risk Guaranty hosts a webinar with a marine cargo insurance expert presenting an introduction to incoterms for United States importers. When it comes to shipping internationally, there is an...
[Webinar] What You Need to Know About Cost, Insurance, Freight (CIF)
In the first webinar of 2017, Tyler Zaichkin explains everything importers need to know about buying their insurance on CIF Terms. One of the most common methods for businesses to purchase their...
5 Common Incoterms Every Importer Should Know
Incoterms are a series of pre-defined commercial terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that are widely used in International commercial transactions or Procurement...
Cargo Risks: From the High Seas to the Home Front
You may be surprised to learn that the home-field advantage doesn’t really apply to the U.S. Of course, risks also exist on the high seas. Containers and their goods are damaged every day while in...