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Yes, if you own the property you need to insure it in case it catches fire etc. You need to do this whether you live in it or rent it out. If you live in it yourself you should also add contents insurance for your furnishings etc.
If you rent it then all you need to do is insure the contents (which are yours or you are responsible for) not the property itself.
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How much condo insurance do you need?
To determine how much condo insurance you need, you are best advised to insure the contents of your unit, because the association's master policy insures the real estate assets that all owners own in common. You can work with a broker and a copy of the master policy to determine the insurance coverage you want and need.
Do i need to have home owners insurance in order to get a home equity loan?
Yes,you do.
New Condo Owners?
You finally purchased the condo you have always dreamed of. Now it's time to insure your possession. When purchasing condo insurance it's important to know you are going to need two kinds of insurance. Your homeowners insurance covers your new home and a master policy covers the common areas in the condo. The master policy is provided by the condo association. As stated above it covers the common areas in the complex such as the roof, basement and sidewalks. Make sure you read the fine print in this policy, as you don't want to be surprised if something happens. Ask your agent if your insurance coverage will protect you when and if something happens in one of the common areas.
How to Determine What Type Of Condo Insurance to Buy?
Condo insurance is not the same as insurance on conventional homes or renters. Condo owners need to ensure that their policies cover all their possessions that are not covered by the Condo Association’s insurance policy. By reading the fine print in the purchase agreement and the insurance policy, a condo owner can determine exactly what type of insurance policy will cover what is not covered by the collective insurance already provided. The condo association will normally collect dues from owners to cover common areas of the complex and sometime installations. The association’s bylaws will state exactly what is covered under the association’s policy. The association’s policy may have a deductible, which is usually divided equally among the unit owners. Collectively, owners may have a “bare walls” policy which covers all real property from the exterior framing inward, but does not cover fixtures or installations within a condo unit. Another type of policy referred to as an “all in” policy covers fixtures and installations, along with the structure and any common areas. The owner needs to know if the policy is cash value, which covers the cost of replacing the items minus depreciation, or if it covers the full replacement cost. If the association has a bare wall policy, the owner must buy insurance to cover features such as countertops, bathroom and kitchen fixtures, flooring and personal items. With an all in policy, the owner may only need to cover personal items. Most insurance companies offer a special unit owners policy, but to save money and ensure that all items are covered, the condo owner needs to determine what he owns and what is covered by the association’s policy. Condo owners are typically responsible for insuring just their property, but the rules differ from complex to complex, and it's important to ask the right questions to ensure you have proper insurance coverage. Usually, condo owners are not responsible for cutting the grass or shoveling ice from the front walk, but they must insure that the proper condo insurance is in place to protect them from any lawsuits related to these things.
What is the difference between condo insurance and town home insurance?
Nothing. They're the same exact thing. As long as the HOA has dwelling coverage on all the buildings this is all you need.
What sort of insurance coverage is required when you rent a backhoe for home landscaping?
You will need your home owners insurance. That is the only insurance you will need because if something happens it is on your property and you will be covered under your home owners policy. When you rent a backhoe there will be an additional charge for insurance. You can either pay the charge or not, but you have to be careful as to what liability you're assuming when you sign the rental agreement.
Where to get info on affordable renters insurance?
Renters insurance is a necessity for anyone renting or subletting a home or apartment. Whether you live in a single family home, duplex, town home, condo, loft, studio or apartment, you need to have renters insurance to protect your belongings and your liability.
Should you renew your home owners insurance if you have filed for bankruptcy and your debt has been discharged?
If the note holder has taken possession of the property then they are the current owner, you do not need to maintain a home owners insurance policy. This is because you are no longer the home owner.
Can home owners policy insurance be dropped?
Sure, If you don't need it anymore no since paying for it.
How do you obtain a home and contents insurance in Alberta?
You need to pick a company and get a quote. For home owners insurance they will need some information about your residence. Including, the year it was built, the size, and what type of heating the residence has.
Can I find out if a person has home-owners insurance?
Sure, You will need to ask the homeowner. There is no central registry or database for home insurers and the homes they cover.
Do you need public liabilty insurance?
does my mum need public liability insurance? she is a hairdresser and uses a room in a residential home to carry out her work, although not employed by the owners of the residential home is she at all covered by their insurance or does she need her own. any help in answering this question woulld be appreciated :-)
