Homeowners Insurance in Massachusetts
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Homeowners Insurance in Massachusetts
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Why do I need to purchase homeowners’ insurance?
A homeowners’ policy protects more than just the structure itself; it covers you and your personal property in the event of a loss. Whether you rent or own a house or condo, the right homeowners’ insurance is essential for your financial and personal well being.
What factors affect homeowners’ insurance premiums?
Most homeowners should carry home insurance, for few Texas residents could afford to replace their house without incurring a major financial loss. It’s also often required if a home is mortgaged.
Services Include:
- Dwelling
- Other Structures
- Personal Property
- Loss of Use
- Personal Liability
- Medical Payments
- Flood Insurance
- Builders Risk
- Renters Insurance
- Condominium Insurance
Will owning dogs, trampolines, pools or woodstoves raise my homeowners’ premium?
These things are not necessarily deal breakers but can be items of concern. Insurance companies keep track of all claims and have found these items tend to pop up more often than others. Therefore, they are cautious when writing a policy with one of these risks. Every insurance company has their own set of guidelines and some are more lenient than others.
Will my homeowners’ policy cover me for a natural disaster?
How much coverage should I buy to cover my house?
You want to buy enough to replace your home, referred to as Replacement Cost. Replacement Cost is different than Market Value. Market Value is what you’d hope to collect if you buy or sell your house and it includes the value of the land as well as the location. When you insure your home, the land and the location are not part of the equation. Insurance companies only want to insure what they have to replace in the event of a loss.
What factors go into determining homeowners’ insurance rates?
There are several factors that affect homeowners’ insurance pricing.
- Location of property – You may find that your property is deemed “higher risk” if you live near the coast or if the closest fire department is over 5 miles away.
- Prior losses – Sometimes insurance companies will raise your rates if you have had prior claims.
- Condition of property – Insurance rates could be higher if your property is in need of repairs.
- Older homes – Older homes may not qualify for “preferred” rating leading to higher premiums.
How can I save money on my homeowners’ policy?
You may qualify for several discounts. They will vary depending on your insurance company but some of the most common discounts are:
- Higher Deductibles
- Non-smokers
- New Dwellings
- Loss Free
- Mature Insured
- Bundled Auto & Home Discount
