I find it hard to go to a buffet..there are always so many choices it makes your head spin! It's good to take the lead from someone who knows what is good and can advise you!
Checking out Home Insurance Companies, all they have to offer and compairing rates can also be a daunting task. You want to know you are comparing apples to apples.
In purchasing a home today it is wise to investigate options for homeowner's insurance early rather than later. There are many items that may need to be considered in making sure your bases are covered. Most companies have tightened their underwriting requirements on new policies and are requiring pre-closing insurability inspections. There are many added endorsements to consider and should be included in the initial policies.
*Are you in sales and need extra liability to cover certain "business" pursuits through an additional endorsement?
*Do you own several other properties, some as rentals? Make sure there is Liability extension taken out to other owned properties. I've seen some who just assumed their other properties were covered.
*Do you include a Personal Injury Endorsement to your policy? This adds "personal injury" to Liability coverage. This broadens coverage to include defamation or invasion of privacy, wrongful eviction, false detention or imprisonment. This could arise from a simple act of an insured who tries to stop people from vandalizing their property by detaining one who turns out to be a spectator not a participant.
A clear understanding of the implications in dealing with Insurance Value will help make an informed decision. There are many terms you may not be familiar with: Improvement Value, Market Value, Actual Cash Value, Reproduction Cost, Replacement Cost or Reconstruction Cost Insurance. All play an important part in understanding what you are paying for in your insurance premium. Make sure your coverage is tailored to your needs.
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