A guide to buying tenants contents insurance
In this article, the importance of tenants contents insurance and what purpose it serves before getting it, will be discussed. Your possessions need to be protected and this guide will show you how.
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Tenants contents insurance
What does it cover?
Tenant contents insurance is an insurance policy for the coverage of the contents of a renter’s home or apartment and for liability. Tenant policies are very similar to homeowners insurance, except that they do not cover the structure of the property and therefore, you need to familiarise yourself with the discrepancies.
However, they do cover changes made to the inside structure, such as carpeting, kitchen appliances and built-in bookshelves. The only problem is where to find the best tenant contents insurance policy.
Where to go
Premiums and the rent insurance rates will be based upon where you live and the size of the property you are in. Additionally, your own credit history and the value of the possessions you own will all vary and dictate your insurance rate. Contents insurance in the UK can be compared on the internet.
Like with all insurance, tenants insurance is no different in that you can obtain discounts under certain circumstances to reduce your annual premium including:
(1) If you buy through a council; if you are a local authority tenant.
(2) Buying online where you could be entitled to an online discount of between 10% - 25%.
(3) Buying contents insurance in coalition with building insurance normally provides a discount and sometimes the contents insurance is free when you take out buildings insurance.
(4)Your age - If you are over 60 there are specialist insurers who can provide a discount.
Always shop around the many brokers and insurance companies for the best deals.
Why do you need it?
Why do you need tenants contents insurance?
This insurance policy is a safeguard to protect your assets. It protects from theft, damage and various others. İnsurance will give you that extra peace of mind knowing that your financial assets are protected by a good and effective contents insurance policy. Similar to HomeLet insurance, this will provide you with ease.
Always search the internet and check the credentials of who you decide to buy from as to avoid any fraud.