Insurance protects almost all of the things in our lives. It keeps us from hitting financial ruin when the unthinkable happens to our car, our home, or our loved ones. This article will give you some practical advice on how you can get the most out of your insurance policies.
It may go without saying, but someone needs to put it out there. When it comes to insurance, just tell the truth! I heard a story about a guy who had his windshield shattered who did not report it to his insurance company for two weeks. In that two weeks he changed his policy to include zero deductible comprehensive so it wouldn’t cost him anything to fix it. Lo and behold the insurance found out! Can you guess where he is now?
If you are moving, be sure to check with your moving company to see what kind of insurance they carry. Most moving companies just have a “per-pound” policy on all contents. This might be alright if you just have fairly ordinary, large furnishings; however, if you have very expensive furniture, artwork, lots of electronics or other items that may not weigh much but are valuable, you should ask your insurance agent about supplemental moving insurance.
Small business owners need to insure more than just the building in which they operate. They also need to insure any special tools or equipment used in the conduct of their business. A business owner’s equipment and tools are considered personal property and are not normally included in the coverage provision of most business liability policies. Therefore, they must be protected against loss, theft or damage, with a separate policy.
We protect the things that we hold dear with insurance. There is a lot to consider when you buy insurance, regardless of what it is for. If you take the tips here and apply them to your insurance needs now and in the future, you can be sure you are getting the most for your money.
