Home and renters insurance
Know what you're covered for, before you need it.
Plain-English guides to renters and homeowners insurance: what's usually covered and what isn't, choosing a deductible, comparing quotes, finding discounts, keeping a home inventory and filing a claim.
Renters policy at a glance$16 a month
- Personal property$30,000Replacement cost
- Liability$100,000Per occurrence
- Additional living expenses$9,000If home is unlivable
- Deductible$1,000Per claim
Not coveredFloodEarthquakeWear and tear
15 home insurance guides
The basics
Choosing coverage
Paying less
Inventory and claims
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The Home Insurance Workbook
Summarize your policy on one page, compare quotes line by line, start a home inventory, check every discount and keep a log if you ever need to claim.
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