Renter's Insurance Is a Must

 

Renter's insurance is essential to protect your personal possessions because the landlord's insurance does not cover your property.  The good news is that coverage is relatively inexpensive.  You probably want to first contact your automobile insurance agent to determine if a discount is available for using the same company to insure your apartment property.  Also find out if your parents' homeowners insurance might cover your belongings.  Before you make any definite decision about a policy, it is wise to have a discussion with a professional because rental insurance is complicated and you want to be sure you have adequate coverage.

Property damage can result in a wide variety of ways---fire, theft, water damage, vandalism, etc.   When you start making a list of your belongings, such as stereo, TV, appliances, furniture, and clothes, the total value adds up quickly.  You should document serial numbers of each item.  A photo of belongings is also a good idea.  Keep all this documentation in a safe location outside your apartment.  Realize that you may need extra coverage for special equipment like cameras, computer equipment and guns.  So address all of these with an agent.  Keep in mind also that regular coverage does not include earthquakes and floods, so depending upon what region of the country you live in, these potential threats might need addressing. 

A major decision you will have to make is how large the deductible will be on your policy.  The decision is based upon how much you want to pay before the insurance kicks in; this up front payment by you will have a large impact upon the cost of the insurance premium.  So it is a gamble of sorts.  Also read carefully and be sure you understand the details of how and how much your renter's insurance pays for expenses resulting from your apartment becoming unusable.  How much coverage do you have for personal liability claims and bodily injuries?  What if a guest slips in your bathroom and falls?  All these questions need addressing with your agent to insure that you fully understand your coverage.  Ask lots of what-if questions before you sign your name to the policy.

Apartments in Area:

Tuscaloosa Apartment - H.A. Edwards, Inc.

1 to 2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $575 to $1600


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Yorktown Commons

2 to 3 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $1100 to $1290


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Beacon Place-Tuscaloosa

1 to 2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $1025 to $1350


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Sealy Management Company

apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from Call for Pricing


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Gates at Cedar Crest

1 to 2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $1200 to $1500


Northport Apartment - Beacon Place Northport

1 to 3 BDRM apartment in Northport, AL from $1299 to $1887


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Houndstooth Condos

2 to 3 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $1626 to $2319


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Fountain Square

1 to 2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $804 to $884


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Delview Properties, LLC

1 to 3 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from Call for Pricing


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Aspen Village

1 to 3 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $789 to $1029


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Mountain View

Stu to 3 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $749 to $1100


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Flex Studio Apartments

Stu to 2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $495 to $900


Tuscaloosa Apartment - September Place

1 to 2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $950 to $1700


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Regal Pointe at Cypress Creek

Stu to 3 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $739 to $1095


Tuscaloosa Apartment - Canterbury

2 BDRM apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL from $829



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