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4 Tips on How to Choose a Good Home Insurance Company

2/26/2018

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​A house is the biggest asset most of us will ever have, and it demands insurance coverage against loss. But with literally tens of thousand of home insurance companies all vying for your attention, choosing the right one for you and your needs might seem impossible. Luckily, with a little leg work and patience, you can choose a good home insurance company. Here are four tips on how to go about this.
Do Your Research
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Insurance specialists say homeowners should be ready to do their research and some leg work. Consumers should have an understanding of the insurance carrier's reputation and general regard towards its policyholders. They should also know about the company's policies and their fine print.

Consumers can already get a good idea regarding what an insurance company is like just by spending an hour researching online. Many federal state insurance department websites have comparison tools that you can use to get information on rates. There are also consumer reports that publish ratings about insurers.

Know the Inclusions and Exclusions

People planning on getting home insurance should think about their distinct needs and possessions, whether they're antiques, heirloom paintings, jewelry, or machinery. Most home insurers will insure whatever the policy holder wants, but they might also need to write a separate rider or declare the value separately.

Aside from determining additional coverage or riders, insurance showers should also ask or read about the policy's limitations or exclusions. It's a good idea to ask for an explanation of the exclusions in writing.

Check for Complaints Against the Company

Home insurance shoppers should also check insurance companies against sites like the National Association of Insurance Commissioners or the state's insurance department. They should look for any complaints that have been lodged against a specific insurance carrier. Aside from checking how many complaints have been made against said carrier, homeowners should also see if any of those complaints have been upheld, as it means they have merit.

Look How Insurance Claims are Handled

It's a good idea to know how an insurer handles claims and whether they have a personal touch. Insurance companies have different strategies when responding to claims, especially after a major event. Consumers should check who would be their primary contact, whether they can get help with emergency expenses and whether they will receive money upfront or get reimbursed later.

Consumers should never be afraid to ask questions or do research. It could also be beneficial to talk to an independent insurance agent, since they are in a unique position to talk about the pros and cons of various insurers as well as explain in detail different policies and their prices.

At Brad Spurgeon Insurance Agency Inc., we put our clients first by offering them policies that they can afford. Learn more about our products and services by calling our agency at (409) 945-4746. You can also request for a free quote by clicking here.
3 Comments
steele honda link
6/7/2019 11:13:44 am

Thanks for pointing out that consumers should have an understanding of the insurance carrier's reputation and general regard towards its policyholders. My husband and I just bought a home and we are trying to decide on what homeowner's insurance we should get because we've never had to have it before. I think it would be smart to do some research and look into how different companies treat their customers because I feel like that would help make sure that we were going to choose a good company for us.

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Michaela Hemsley link
8/12/2019 02:51:52 pm

Thanks for pointing out that people planning on getting home insurance should think about their distinct needs and possessions. My husband and I are thinking about buying a home and we are trying to factor home insurance into our budget so that we can be prepared. I think that it would be smart to talk to a professional about our needs and what we own so that they can help us choose the right policy for us and so that we can be covered if something happens.

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Charlotte Fleet link
1/26/2021 12:45:49 pm

My husband and I want to invest in homeowners insurance and are hoping to find a great insurance agency. I am glad that you recommend doing research on an agency's reputation and policies before making a decision. We will be sure to do some online research on any potential insurance agency to make sure they are reliable and have a great reputation.

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