There Are Advantages To Being a Renter…
As a renter, you have got it pretty good: No property taxes, no lawn cutting, and no snow removal.
But what would you do if you returned from work or a vacation and all your possessions in your apartment had been destroyed by a fire? Or if there were a break-in and some of your most expensive belongings were stolen?
You may think that the building owner’s insurance would take care of all the damage caused by a fire.
It does not.
Your building owner is only required to carry insurance for the structure. Usually, covering everything outside “your walls” is their responsibility, while everything inside is yours to cover.
This means all your furniture, electronics, appliances, clothing, and jewelry are uninsured unless you purchase a Renters policy.
The Cost Of Replacing Your Personal Belongings
If you have considered it all, you might think that the contents you have accumulated is not worth that much. It may or may not be worth anything from a dollar amount, but that is very different compared to how much it would cost you to replace it. Buying a new bedroom set, clothing, cookware, or a computer can cost much more than you think.
You will be surprised at how affordable Renters insurance can be. Besides covering your items, it covers you from being held liable if someone hurts themselves while they are in your home. It even covers you in your personal activities - worldwide. So, in the unfortunate event you are sued and the judgment goes against you, the Renters policy will cover you, up to the policy limits.
Do You Need Renters Insurance?
According to recent estimates, nearly two-thirds of the 81 million people who rent their homes are uninsured for their contents or for any liability arising out of their tenancy.
First, do the math and add up how much it would cost to replace your belongings.
Second, check with the terms of your lease and verify if carrying a Renters policy is required by your landlord.
Third, request a Renters insurance quote to verify just how affordable it is to protect your belongings from perils like theft, vandalism, fire, windstorm, and water damage from a burst pipe.
What Else Is Covered?
Renters insurance covers your personal possessions. Most policies provide coverage for electronic goods and equipment, small appliances, sports equipment, cameras and photography equipment, furniture, clothing, glassware, and books. Other items, such as jewelry, watches, silver, furs, watercraft, and firearms, are limited for theft coverage, but can be covered by adding a special endorsement to increase these limits. Your Renters insurance policy may also include:
- Personal property protection
- Personal liability protection
- Guest medical protection
- Additional living expenses
- Temporary housing
Again, we encourage all renters to spend just five minutes with a calculator to add up the cost of replacing everything they own. What if you came home tomorrow and your apartment had burned down? Where would you go? How would you pay to replace your clothing, furniture, and appliances? When you ask yourself what Renters insurance covers, you can relax and say yes to all of the above.
Why We Are Different
While most insurance products are similar in price and function, insurance providers vary when it comes to structuring a policy tailored to you.
After all, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all insurance policy when it comes to your personal property.
Contact us today, and we will help you protect what matters most.