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How to figure out your homeowners insurance needs

by Leah Klepetka 02/19/2023

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After purchasing a property, protecting your space and personal belongings is important. Having the right coverage in the case of emergencies can offer financial peace of mind. This article provides a brief guide for choosing homeowners insurance to protect your space. 

How much basic coverage do I need?

Calculating the total cost of your home and assets helps in choosing the appropriate amount of coverage. The coverage limits should be enough to rebuild your home and replace personal items if needed. 

Insurance companies use a calculator to figure out the total worth of your home. From there, most offer around 50% of that amount to cover personal belongings. 

What types of homeowners insurance do you need?

There are many types of homeowners insurance. Some offer personal property coverage and liability coverage. Others are very limited and only offer enough coverage for the structure of a property. 

An HO-3 is the most common type of homeowners insurance. It offers liability insurance, dwellings coverage, funding for personal property and more. 

Do I need additional living expenses coverage?

Having additional living expenses coverage secures your well-being if you’re displaced from your home as it’s getting repaired. For example, if a fire damages your home, repairs may take a while. Additional living expenses coverage would pay for you to stay in a rental. 

The right insurance company will offer policies covering all of your property. Speaking with a local lender can help you explore different coverage options. 


About the Author
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Leah Klepetka

I am an experienced, full-time real estate professional and Colorado enthusiast. I love everything Colorado from skiing and hiking to the ballet at Ellie Calkins. I am passionate about residential real estate and am blessed to help buyers and sellers in the Denver metro. I am dedicated to helping my clients get the most for the sale of their home when selling, and to finding the perfect next home when buying. I have been with The Denver 100 since 2013.

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“She has a knack for understanding the market and the goals and needs of buyers and sellers.”

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