By Tory Vance
One of the most critical decisions you’ll make as a homeowner is what kind of insurance to purchase. Insurance protects you from almost anything that can go wrong daily and gives you financial relief when disaster strikes. There are many options on the market, so it’s important to know what’s best for your situation. This blog post will cover some of the things you should know when shopping for home and auto insurance because it is important to protect yourself from costly mistakes and let the peace of mind be your guide.
1. Know What Kind of Coverage You Need
Before you decide on a specific insurance company, you must know the type of coverage you will need. There are two major kinds of coverage: liability and property.
Liability Insurance: When you have people over at your house for a get-together or party, who’s responsible if someone is injured? Your home owner’s insurance policy will protect you in this event. If they cause damage to your home while they are there, it will also pay to repair it. It is also important to know that if someone slips and falls in your home, this kind of insurance will also protect you from potential lawsuits.
Property Insurance: This type of insurance gives you financial protection from damage to your home and other property.
2. Know How Much Coverage You Need for Home Repairs
Now that you have a better idea of the coverage required, it’s time to decide on an amount. The number you choose should be based on exactly how much damage can be expected in a year. For example, if your house is only worth $100,000 and can only sustain $50,000 in damages, then a $50,000 policy is more than enough. A policy with a higher coverage limit may not be necessary if it contains enough to cover general damages such as hurricane winds or fire. Checking with an insurance agent or company representative will help you decide.
3. Check Your Credit Report Before You Buy a Home or Auto Insurance
There are numerous factors that insurance companies use to determine the premium they charge, and one of these factors is your record of paying bills on time. If there are problems with your credit report, such as late payments or non-payments, you may have to pay more for your coverage because the risk is far greater. So before you buy home or this insurance, check your credit report first to avoid paying more than necessary for your insurance coverage.
4. Do Not Wait Until You Need Insurance to Check It
It’s okay to wait until the time needed to have insurance, especially if you have a history of paying your bills on time. If you can keep a consistent payment history throughout the year, you will have far less risk and lower insurance costs. On the other hand, if you know that paying your bills on time is not something you do every month and don’t plan on being reliable in this area, this may work against you when looking for coverage.
Inspirion Insurance Solutions, Inc. is an independent insurance agency providing home and this insurance services to residents of Rowland Heights, Hacienda Heights, and surrounding areas. For more information about our insurance policies and rates, visit our website at https://www.iisnv.com/
8965 S Eastern Ave Ste 260, Las Vegas, NV 89123
(702) 979-3299
