Getting homeowners insurance can seem daunting. There are many insurance options with different coverages available, and you might be wondering which policy is best for you and your household.
Don’t worry. The more you understand homeowners insurance, the easier the decision will be.
What is homeowners insurance?
Homeowners insurance provides financial protection to your home in the case of certain perils. This can include damages from hail, winds, lightning and more.
What does homeowners insurance cover?
Standard homeowners insurance financially covers up to 16 perils. A few of these perils are lighting strikes, fire, high winds and burglary.
For example, your home may be damaged by strong winds due to a storm. Your policy would offer coverage after your deductible to repair damages to your home from the storm.
Having homeowners insurance is essential, but may be a necessity depending on where you live. Some areas are prone to tropical storms. Others have yearly wildfires. Having homeowners insurance secures your home in the chance it’s damaged by these perils.
Some perils such as flooding are not covered by standard insurance policies. You may need to purchase additional coverage if you live in areas prone to perils typically not covered.
Additional ways to secure your home assets
On top of having homeowners insurance, there are many additional ways to financially protect your home from perils:
- Dedicate a savings account for home emergencies.
- Install an alarm system to protect from possible home break-ins
- Secure and remove any items in your yard that could go flying during a storm.
- Create and maintain an inventory of major assets inside your home
You work hard for your property. Keeping your assets safe is crucial. By protecting your space with homeowners insurance, taking time to examine your home's needs and investing in home protection products, you help to secure your space before peril can strike.
About the Author
Rossy Figueroa
“Real estate” means so much more to me than simply buying or selling property...I believe it’s all about the people behind those transactions. A house would never be a home without them. That is why my first question to you will always be “what are your goals and how can I help you get there?”
Helping someone to plan and achieve their goals is just as important as listening to what they are. I know first-hand from over a decade of experience just how much it can take to make it happen. With honesty, diligence, and resilience, however, no hurdle is unconquerable. I can guide you through the entire process, always making you feel comfortable, informed, and in control. Like I said before, you are always the first priority.
I chose to partner with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Time Realty because, just like me, they realize that real estate agents are much more than salespeople. Every person and every goal is just as important as the last - and Berkshire Hathaway has all the tools and resources to get the job done.
It’s been an absolute privilege to meet some of you and help you achieve your goals. I can’t wait to meet the rest. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or both, I am confident that I am the last agent you’ll need. A better future awaits...give me a call and let’s get started!
