Why You Need homeowner Insurance

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Some of the homes we help find coverage for:

Single Family
Duplex
Cabin
Barn Home
Chalet

MORTGAGE REQUIREMENT:

If you have a mortgage on your home, your lender will typically require you to have insurance coverage.  Even without a mortgage, insurance provides vital protection for your home, its contents, liability exposure, medical expenses for others, and loss of use situations.

LIABILITY PROTECTION: 

Includes coverage for legal expenses and liability claims, protecting you from potential lawsuits related to property damage or bodily injuries that occur on your property.  

MEDICAL EXPENSE COVERAGE FOR OTHERS: 

Ensure coverage for medical expenses for others who may be injured on your property due to a covered incident.

PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOME:   

Coverage to protect against repair costs or replacement of your home and contents.   

There are Six Standard Homeowner Insurance Coverages:

Dwelling Coverage:  

Coverage for damage to your home and attached structures.

                                                                                                       

Other Structures Coverage:

Offers coverage for structures not permanently attached to your home like detached garages, gazebos, patios, sheds, pergolas, fences, and driveways.

                                                                                                       

Personal Property Coverage: 

Pays to repair or replace your personal belongings if they’re stolen or damaged.

                                                                                                       

Loss of Use Coverage:    

In case your home becomes uninhabitable due to a covered loss, homeowner insurance may cover expenses, such as temporary accommodations and meals, while your home is being repaired or rebuilt, up to your policy’s limits. 

                                                                                                       

Personal Liability Coverage:

Covers you if a claim or lawsuit is brought against you for damages due to bodily injury or property damage, up to the limits of your coverage. It may also pay for legal costs resulting from lawsuits.        

                                                                                                       

Medical Coverage:

Coverage for injuries sustained by someone else on your property, regardless of fault, including any medical expenses resulting from the injury.

                                                                                                       

Optional Homeowner Insurance Coverages:

Water Back-Up & Sump Pump Discharge or Overflow Coverage:

Covers water damage to your property resulting from sump pump failure, overflow, or backup.  Includes remediation and damage or replacement of your property up to the coverage limit.

Example: During a period of heavy rain, your sump pump fails, resulting in damage to your finished basement. Your repair expenses are paid up to the coverage limit.

Personal Injury Coverage:

Covers legal fees and damages from slander or libel lawsuits (something you say/write that damages a person’s reputation or business); false arrest or imprisonment, wrongful eviction, and other related lawsuits against you.

Example: Your neighbor accuses you of spreading false rumors about their business, resulting in a defamation lawsuit. This coverage pays your legal fees.

Valuable Articles Coverage:    

Provides protection for high-value items that may exceed the coverage limits of a homeowner’s insurance policy. This coverage allows you to insure items such as jewelry, art, antiques, or collectibles for their full appraised value.

Example: Your home is burglarized, and valuable items, including jewelry are stolen. Thanks to your Valuable Articles coverage, you are reimbursed for their appraised value of these items.     

Potential Savings to Explore:

Insurance discounts can differ depending on the insurance provider you select.  It is important to note that not all carriers offer the same discounts.

New Owner Discounts:

New Home Construction Discount: Receive a discount if you home is brand new.

New Purchase:  Earn a discount if you’re purchasing a home for the first time. (Your home does not have to be newly built to qualify.)

Payment Discounts:

Pay in Full Discount:  Save by paying for your home policy in full upfront rather than making monthly payments.

Upgrade Discounts:

Safety & Alarm Discount: You can qualify for discounts by installing alarms, such as burglar and fire alarms. Additionally, safety features like automatic sprinklers, security systems, and cameras in your condo may also lower your premiums. Opting for a comprehensive central alarm security system that alerts authorities of break-ins and offers fire protection yields higher savings compared to basic security measures like deadbolt locks and passive burglar alarms.

Home Upgrades Discount:  Upgrading your home’s electrical, heating and plumbing can earn you a discount. 

New Upgraded Roof Discount:  Replacing and/or upgrading your home’s roof can earn you a discount. 

Policyholder Savings:

Advanced Quote Discount:  Save on homeowner’s insurance by shopping ahead. Obtain a quote at least three days before your policy starts to reduce your rate.

Seniors Discount:  Certain insurance providers offer savings for individuals aged 55 and above.

Loyalty Discount: Some companies offer discounts if you don’t file a claim for a specified period, which can range from three to ten years.

Online Savings:

Paperless Discount:  Receive a discount by choosing to receive your documents by email.

Flexi-Bundle & Save: 

Flexi-Bundle Discount: Combine up to four insurance products and select from up to four insurance carriers.

Frequently Asked Questions

You have two payment options:

Option 1:  Click the Carrier tab, scroll to locate your carrier. Most carriers accept online payments via check, credit card, or ACH.  Click on your carrier’s name and proceed to make your payment.

Option 2:  Click the Customer Center tab. Scroll down to find the Input1 icon. Input1 offers digital payment options, including ApplePay and eWallet.  Click on the Input1 icon, log in, and make your payment. 

Report The Claim by Phone:

  • Click on the Carrier tab.
  • Locate your insurance carrier.
  • Use the carrier’s claims phone number to report the claim.

Report The Claim Online:

  • Click on the Carrier tab.
  • Use the carrier’s claims website link to report the claim online.

Here are some things to consider if you are deciding whether to file a claim:

  • Was anyone injured?
  • Did you damage someone else’s property or vehicle?
  • Is it unsafe to live in your home?
  • Do the damages exceed your deductible?
  • Is the issue related to maintenance or normal wear-and-tear?

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you should consider filing a claim. If you have further questions about the claims process, don’t hesitate to contact your insurance carrier directly.

Step 1:  Get to Safety:

  • If the home is uninhabitable, relocate to a safe place.
  • Keep track of your living expenses, such as hotel costs and receipts for meals eaten out.

Step 2:  Protect and Secure Property:

  • Cover or tarp holes in walls and roof.
  • Board up windows and doors to prevent looters.
  • Ensure fire and embers are extinguished and move any property at risk of damage.

Step 3: Collect Info and Document Losses:

  • Create an inventory list of all lost items and do not throw anything away.
  • Document everything and maintain a claim diary.  Take note of who you spoke to and when, any completed work, and keep business cards from adjusters or contractors.

Step 4: Contact Your Insurance Carrier

Your immediate priority is ensuring the safety of yourself and your family.  Contact the police promptly to report the burglary.  When the police arrive, they will compile a report detailing the incident, which is necessary for filing your insurance claim and expediting the process. 

Additionally, create a detailed list of lost or damaged items, along with their estimated values, to provide to your insurance company when you contact them.

Flood damage is typically not covered by a homeowner insurance policy.  To safeguard against flood-related damage, it’s essential to purchase a separate flood insurance policy, which can be obtained through Insurish. 

If you reside in a flood-prone area, obtaining flood insurance should be a priority. Use the FEMA flood map to access the flood risk associated with your address. This information will help you determine whether purchasing flood insurance is advisable to protect your home.

To purchase flood insurance, simply visit the Insurish website and navigate to the Products tab at the top of the home page to get a quote or contact us with any questions.

Step 1: Secure Property

  • Temporarily repair and turn off the water source.
  • Secure valuables to prevent further damage.
  • Unplug electrical appliances near the affected area.

Step 2: Start Remediation

  • Contact a contractor to repair the source of the leak.
  • Begin drying up any visible water and start the mitigation process.

Step 3: Prepare for Claim

  • Keep receipts for any out-of-pocket expenses.
  • Take photos of the damage and refrain from disposing of any damaged items.

Step 4: Contact Your Insurance Carrier

Step 1: Secure Property

  • Tarp, board up, and protect your home from further damage.
  • Clear debris from the area.
  • Photograph the damage before and after securing it.

Step 2: Continue Securing

  • Look for any signs of water leaks, wall, or ceiling damage.
  • Keep receipts for any out-of-pocket expenses incurred.

Step 3: Contact Your Insurance Carrier

A deductible is the portion of covered expenses that you are responsible for paying out of pocket before your insurance coverage begins to apply. 

For example, if your homeowner insurance deductible is $1,000 and you incur $10,000 in damages, the insurance company will cover $9,000, and you would be responsible for paying your $1,000 deductible.

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