General Insurance Articles

Water Heater Damage and Your Homeowners Policy

Homeowners insurance usually does not pay to replace an aging water heater, but resulting water damage from a sudden burst or failure is often covered after the deductible. Gradual leaks and maintenance failures are commonly excluded.

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Is Car Theft Covered by Renters Insurance?

Renters insurance typically does not cover theft of the vehicle itself. Personal belongings stolen from a car may be covered under renters personal property (Coverage C), while the car usually needs auto comprehensive.

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Do Car Insurance Quotes Affect Credit Score?

Worried that shopping for car insurance might hurt your credit? Don’t be. Getting quotes uses a soft credit check, which won’t affect your score. Insurers may look at your credit-based insurance score to help set your rate, but they can’t use credit alone to make a decision. Our guide explains how it works, how to protect your score, and how to compare quotes with confidence.

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How Actual Cash Value Works in a Home Insurance Policy

You can add equipment breakdown coverage to your homeowners insurance for extra protection focusing on electrical and mechanical failure. Homes have many electrical components that can benefit from this insurance rider, including HVAC, light fixtures, appliances, and more. Home warranties are also available but operate differently. Each equipment breakdown coverage homeowners has its own form of protection and it’s important to shop and compare them in order to find the right policy at the lowest price.

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