Are you looking to buy a new homeowner's insurance policy? Here are a few things to think about before choosing a new policy to invest in:
Can Policies Be Consolidated?
If you have more than one type of insurance policy, you may be able to consolidate your policies into one contract so you are paying just one premium instead of several. Your car insurance company may offer homeowner's insurance and be willing to combine both your policies into one.
If you need to protect specific assets that are particularly valuable at home, you may be able to get an insurance policy for those things in addition to your general homeowner's policy from your service provider. Take the time to ask your current insurance providers whether they can add homeowner's insurance to your policy before spending your time searching for new insurance companies to work with.
How Does the Claims Process Work?
It is also important to find out how the claims process works for each insurance policy you consider buying before making any financial decisions. You may find that while one type of coverage features a simple claims process that takes just days, others might require lots of paperwork and make you wait weeks or months to get the settlement you deserve.
Make sure you know the exact steps that you will have to take when making a claim, and all the different ways you can file a claim. Find out how long it typically takes for claims to be processed and when you can expect an insurance adjuster to meet you at your home after making a claim. The more you know about the claims process, the easier it will be to determine which insurance policy's requirements you will be the most convenient for you as time goes on.
Are There Any Minimum Terms to Worry About?
Your circumstances may change in the future, and those changes may affect your homeowner's insurance in some way. If you decide to move, you may need a different type of insurance policy altogether. Or you may simply decide to go with another insurance company for financial or other reasons.
Make sure that the insurance policy you invest in doesn't require you to stick with it for any length of time. You should be able to drop the policy or make changes to it without having to worry about big penalty fees.
Reach out to a professional who provides homeowner's insurance to learn more.
Share4 June 2020
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