Lenders require your home to have a home insurance policy on it before they establish a mortgage. For most people, homeowners insurance is not something that they shop for often, so it’s sometimes difficult to tell what the most important features of a home insurance policy are. <\/p>\n
The first thing to find out is the actual replacement value of your home. You don’t need homeowners insurance coverage that is far higher than what you would actually get in a claim. Outside of the home’s value, you also want to pay attention to the deductible associated with a claim. If you have damage to your house or property, you need to know how much of the cost you need to cover. Some insurers may require you to pay a percentage of the value for specific circumstances, as opposed to a flat deductible. It pays to read the fine print so you aren’t surprised when you make a claim. <\/p>\n
In addition to house damage, a home insurance policy also covers replacement or repair costs for your possessions. If your overall asset value is higher than the value of your home, you need to add additional coverage for personal property to cover claims. <\/p>\n
If a natural disaster makes your home unlivable, look for displacement provisions in the insurance policy. These provisions pay for alternative housing while you are unable to occupy your home, so you can cover a short term rental or a hotel room during repairs. <\/p>\n
It’s also essential that you understand common natural disaster risks for your area. This is particularly true if you live in an area prone to flooding, as flood insurance is not commonly included by default by a homeowners insurance policy. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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