Wednesday, 24 August 2016

A Common Gap in Homeowner Insurance

There is nothing as appealing and successful as owning a home. It comes with a lot of perks which we all can agree can be amazing. Getting homeowner insurance on the property is another major milestone anyone can achieved. Have you ever considered the possibility of having gaps in your policy? As strange as this may seem, there are many people who have these gaps in their policies and may end up finding it when it is a little too late.



One of the most common gaps is that caused from undervaluation of the home. What usually causes this is when proper evaluation of the property is not done or modifications were made that were not taken into consideration. Before getting your homeowner insurance policy, you may need to get an appraisal for your home. As a matter of fact, you should hire a contractor to come estimate the amount it would cost to repair or replace your home. This will go a long way to know what amount to expect as payout from your insurer.


As you live in your home, chances are in few months to years, you may want to make adjustments or modifications to your home. When these modifications are made, it is best you go for a policy review with your insurer. This ensures that you have your home properly covered in case of any damage or replacement needs. 

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