Kim Mercado

Content Editor

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Kim Mercado is a content editor at NEXT's blog, where she writes and edits posts for small business owners. She enjoys helping entrepreneurs solve their business challenges and learn about insurance. Kim has contributed to Salesforce, Samsara and Google.

You can find Kim trying new recipes and cheering the 49ers.

Latest posts by Kim Mercado

New: Workplace summer safety tips: How to keep your cool when the heat is on

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New: How much does professional liability insurance cost

New: Family business succession planning: Tips for a seamless transition

Accountant certification requirements by state: A NEXT Insurance guide

New: Small family business: Benefits and hurdles of working with relatives

What is an SBA microloan and can it help grow your business?

New: Direct liability

New: Scheduled rating

New: Third-party cyber liability

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