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What Types of Insurance Do You Need When You Own a Home?
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As a homeowner, it's important to understand the types of insurance you need to protect your investment. While some insurance policies may be optional, others are mandatory or strongly recommended. In this article, we'll explore the different types of insurance you need if you own a home.
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Homeowners Insurance: Homeowners insurance is a type of insurance that protects your home and personal property against damage or loss caused by natural disasters, theft, and other covered events. Homeowners insurance policies typically cover your dwelling, personal property, liability, and additional living expenses in the event of a covered loss. This type of insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
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Flood Insurance: Flood insurance is not typically included in homeowners insurance policies, so if your home is located in a flood zone, it's important to purchase a separate flood insurance policy. Flood insurance policies are offered through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and can help cover the cost of damages caused by floodwaters.
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Umbrella Insurance: Umbrella insurance is a type of insurance policy that provides additional liability coverage beyond what is included in your homeowners insurance policy. Umbrella insurance can help protect you from financial losses in the event of a lawsuit, which can arise from incidents such as someone being injured on your property.
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Title Insurance: Title insurance is a type of insurance policy that protects homeowners and mortgage lenders from financial losses due to defects in the title of a property. Title insurance is typically purchased during the homebuying process and provides protection against issues such as liens, fraud, and forgery.
To ensure you have the right insurance coverage for your home, it's important to work with a qualified insurance professional to assess your individual needs and risks.
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