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Americans are choosing to rent at the highest levels since at least 1965. A 2017 Pew Research report stated that the number of rental households had risen in the US from 31.2 percent in 2006 to 36.6 percent in 2016. While 95 percent of homeowners have homeowners insurance, a 2016 study by ORC International found that just 41 percent of renters had renters insurance.
If you assume that your landlord’s property insurance will cover you, too- think again. Property insurance covers the structure, but not your belongings inside of it, the value of which can add up quickly. By obtaining your own renter’s insurance policy, you are protecting your belongings from a host of bad events, including smoke and fire damage, natural disasters, weather-related events, theft, vandalism… and even when your neighbor upstairs leaves the bathtub running and you suffer water damage. According to the International Insurance Institute, renters insurance also provides liability protection that covers you against lawsuits.
From putting you up in a hotel after disaster strikes, to paying the medical bills for a guest injured at your apartment, renter’s insurance covers a lot more than just the cost of replacing your clothing and furniture. Additional covered scenarios include:
Often, a landlord or property management company will provide you with required guidelines for how much renters insurance they require to rent to you. If you’re unsure though, take some time to take stock of your belongings, what your savings are and any other assets that you may have. Liability limits typically start at $100,000 and can go up to $500,000. Be sure to have at least enough to protect your current assets, including savings and any vehicles that you might own- all of which could be seized in a lawsuit.
If you would like to know more about Renter’s Insurance, give Dana Brenner here at our agency a call and she can get you a quote (717) 872-7756 extension 15. Or send us a request for a quote.