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6 Reasons Why Renter's Insurance Is Key

2/20/2017

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For property managers, it is important to let tenants know this very important fact: As a rule, owners’ insurance does not include tenant property. This is why it is important for property owners and renters to understand renter’s insurance. 

Below are six reasons renter's insurance is important for the renter and important for the property manager to communicate to the renter. 
1. You likely have more at risk than you think. Even if you are just starting out and renting for the first time, you probably have more stuff than you might think. Consider the opportunity cost, how much money it would take to replace all of your personal possessions. It adds up! 

2. It's not up to the landlord. A property management company’s or landlord's insurance only protects the physical structure of your home or building, not your belongings.

3. Belongings are covered globally.
An often-overlooked benefit of renter's insurance is that your possessions are covered anywhere in the world for losses resulting from perils listed in your policy (such as fire and theft). So, if your computer is stolen from your car, your iPad disappears from your hotel room, or there's a fire at your storage unit, you can make a claim up to your policy limits.

4. Someone visiting you could get injured. It's not just about possessions. Renters insurance has personal liability protection as well. For instance, if a visitor trips over a toy in your yard or falls down your stairs and sues you for medical costs, you'll be covered with a renter's policy. The coverage would pay to resolve claims and defend lawsuits brought against you.

5. Injuries you cause to others are covered. Even when you're off premises of the apartment complex, renter's insurance covers you and other members of your household (including pets) if you're found at-fault for injuring someone or damaging their property. So, if your dog gets loose and bites someone at the park across the street, the liability portion of your policy would pay medical expenses and defense costs if you're taken to court.

6. After damage occurs, you might have to move. If something catastrophic happens, the part of the policy called  additional living expenses will cover you for a hotel or meals if you are temporarily displaced. 

To sum up, if you are a renter and don't have renters insurance, don't wait a minute longer. If you are property owner, make sure that you understand that your insurance does not cover your tenants' possessions, and your tenants understand this as well. 
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