{"id":778,"date":"2021-06-01T14:39:48","date_gmt":"2021-06-01T20:39:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.affordins.com\/blog\/?p=778"},"modified":"2021-05-28T14:52:44","modified_gmt":"2021-05-28T20:52:44","slug":"how-to-select-the-best-homeowners-insurance-coverage-call-affordable-insurance-today-870-425-6079","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.affordins.com\/blog\/how-to-select-the-best-homeowners-insurance-coverage-call-affordable-insurance-today-870-425-6079\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Select the Best Homeowners Insurance Coverage.  Call Affordable Insurance today 870-425-6079"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"widget-mode-detail-header\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"autofit-row\">\n<div class=\"autofit-col autofit-col-expand\">\n<div class=\"ao-section-title-spacing ao-heading-100\">How to Select the Best Homeowners Insurance Coverage Call Affordable Insurance 870-425-6079<\/div>\n<div class=\"ao-heading-300 ao-margin-bottom-8\">Insurance Advice for New Homeowners<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"autofit-col visible-interaction\">\n<div class=\"dropdown dropdown-action\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"_com_liferay_blogs_web_portlet_BlogsPortlet_50404\" class=\"widget-mode-detail-header\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 mx-auto widget-mode-detail-text\">\n<p>Buying a home is an exciting, new adventure. One of the many decisions you will make is how to insure your new home.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a class=\"blog-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.org\/fact-statistic\/facts-statistics-homeowners-and-renters-insurance\">Insurance Information Institute<\/a>\u00a0reports that one in 20 insured homes has a claim each year. While you never want to file a claim, having the right coverage is critical to your new investment.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can make sure you\u2019re choosing the best homeowners insurance coverage for your home.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auto-owners.com\/documents\/36532\/40304\/new-homeowners-family.png\/2f4b9af2-c802-e488-4a1d-2dcd4ecf9b89?t=1564148802456&amp;imagePreview=1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Understand What Homeowners Insurance Provides\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to understand homeowners insurance when selecting your coverages.<\/p>\n<div class=\"portlet-msg-info\">A simple definition of homeowners insurance: an agreement to repair or replace your home and put your life back to where it was after a disaster\/covered loss in return for a premium\/payment.<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Most standard homeowners insurance policies cover:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The cost to rebuild your home after a disaster<\/li>\n<li>Your contents inside the home in the event of a covered loss<\/li>\n<li>Liability coverage to pay medical bills if somebody is injured on your property<\/li>\n<li>Living expenses if you have to leave your home after a disaster<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. Explore Your Options<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the important choices you will make when selecting a policy is your limit of insurance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"portlet-msg-info\">Your limit of insurance is the maximum your insurance company will pay you in the event of a covered loss.<\/div>\n<p>New homeowners will often consider their home\u2019s resale value when deciding their limits of insurance. However, you are\u00a0<strong>not<\/strong>\u00a0insuring your home\u2019s resale value.<\/p>\n<p>You want your insurance limit to cover the cost to completely rebuild your home after a covered loss.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond choosing your limits, you will also have optional coverages you can add on to your policy. These may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guaranteed Home Replacement Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0Provides full replacement of your home in the event that your coverage limit is too low. This may occur due to unforeseen changes in construction material and labor costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Personal Property Replacement Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0Pays you the cost to purchase new contents regardless of the resale value or age in the event of a covered loss. Alternatively, standard coverage will pay you the cash value of your contents at their depreciated value.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Equipment Breakdown Coverage:<\/strong>\u00a0Covers the breakdown of all your important home systems and personal major appliances. For example, air-conditioning systems, furnaces, compressors, laptops, televisions, home appliances, and hot-water heaters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"blog-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homeownerseb.com\/?id=auto-owners-insurance\">\u00a0Check out this interactive home tour to see Equipment Breakdown Coverage in action.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Choose the Right Insurance Company<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your next step is choosing the right insurance company.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auto-owners.com\/documents\/36532\/40304\/insurance-agent-homeowners-insurance.png\/11235d7a-9a89-7adf-2606-801d7a884679?t=1564148803370&amp;imagePreview=1\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you search for the cheapest insurance option online, you are most likely missing important details and coverages. A low price doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean appropriate coverage.<\/p>\n<p>Affordable Insurance represents many insurance companies. We can provide you with personalized quotes from any of them based on your needs.<\/p>\n<p>Affordable Insurance will help you dig deeper and find out exactly what is and isn\u2019t covered under each policy you consider. Our success is dependent on representing quality insurance companies. So, we very familiar with insurance companies known for superior customer service.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Bundle Your Insurance Policies for Extra Savings<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Oftentimes, insurance companies offer\u00a0multiple-policy discounts\u00a0since they sell multiple types of insurance.\u00a0If you buy more than one policy from the same insurance company you may qualify for policy discounts.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you have the option to bundle your policies with one insurance company, it is usually a good idea.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auto-owners.com\/documents\/36532\/40304\/Multi-Policy+Discount_Chart_1168x250px.jpg\/2c6762e4-a334-a328-c3f8-5cc7e92d7b2f?t=1564148802046&amp;imagePreview=1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Remember to Look Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lastly, remember your\u00a0home insurance needs may change over time.<\/p>\n<p>As your home and family change, let us know. This will help make sure you still have the best coverages for your home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Examples of these changes may include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Remodeling or renovating parts of your home<\/li>\n<li>Changes to who is living in the home<\/li>\n<li>Changes to how much time you spend in the home throughout the year<\/li>\n<li>Upgrading the contents of your home<\/li>\n<li>Adding a deck<\/li>\n<li>Digging a pool<\/li>\n<li>Finishing your basement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Another aspect of your home that may change over time is the contents inside. It\u2019s a good idea to keep an up-to-date home inventory to document the items in your home. Several free apps can help you capture the information quickly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choosing the Best Homeowners Insurance for Your Home Doesn&#8217;t Have to be Hard<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Purchasing your first house and homeowners insurance is not something to rush through. Give us a call today to ensure your home is covered properly.<\/p>\n<div class=\"portlet-msg-info\"><a class=\"blog-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.auto-owners.com\/insurance\/homeowners\/coverages\">Learn more: Homeowners Insurance\u00a0&amp; Ways to Save with Auto-Owners\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n<p><em>Disclaimer: The analysis of coverage is in general terms and is superseded in all respects by the Insuring Agreements, Endorsements, Exclusions, Terms and Conditions of the Policy. Some of the coverage mentioned in this material may not be applicable in all states or may have to be modified to conform to applicable state law. Some coverages may have been eliminated or modified since the publishing of this material. Please check with your local Independent Auto-Owners Insurance Agent for details.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row ao-top-32\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 mx-auto widget-mode-detail\">\n<div class=\"entry-tags\"><span class=\"taglib-asset-tags-summary\"><a class=\"label label-lg label-secondary text-uppercase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.auto-owners.com\/ao-blog?p_p_id=com_liferay_blogs_web_portlet_BlogsPortlet&amp;p_p_lifecycle=0&amp;p_p_state=normal&amp;p_p_mode=view&amp;p_r_p_tag=personal\">PERSONAL<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Select the Best Homeowners Insurance Coverage Call Affordable Insurance 870-425-6079 Insurance Advice for New Homeowners Buying a home is an exciting, new adventure. One of the many decisions you will make is how to insure your new home. The\u00a0Insurance Information Institute\u00a0reports that one in 20 insured homes has a claim each year. 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