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Coverage Explanation: Homeowners Insurance

By Zach Nadler·

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Growing Up Covered Insight

Growing Up Covered Insight

Blog post draft (from video)

Quick summary

Homeowners insurance is designed to protect your home, your belongings, and your liability exposure. This episode explains the main parts of a homeowners policy and the gaps people often overlook.

The main parts of a homeowners policy

  • Dwelling coverage: helps repair or rebuild the structure after a covered loss.
  • Other structures: sheds, fences, detached garages.
  • Personal property (contents): your belongings inside and outside the home (often with special limits for valuables).
  • Loss of use: temporary living expenses if the home is not livable after a covered loss.
  • Personal liability: helps if someone claims you caused injury or property damage.
  • Medical payments to others: smaller, no-fault medical coverage for guests in certain situations.

    • Deductibles: what to know

  • Many policies have separate deductibles for wind, hail, or other perils depending on location.
  • A higher deductible can lower premium, but increases out-of-pocket cost on a claim.

    • Common gaps to consider (confirm from video)

  • Flood (usually excluded and needs separate coverage)
  • Earthquake (often excluded and needs separate coverage)
  • Water backup / sewer backup (may require an endorsement)
  • High-value items (jewelry, art, collectibles) often need scheduling

    • Questions to ask when reviewing your homeowners policy

  • Is my dwelling limit based on rebuild cost, not market value?
  • Do I have replacement cost on contents?
  • What are my special limits for valuables?
  • Do I have coverage for water backup?
  • Does my liability limit match what I would want in a serious claim?

    • Video

  • Watch here: https://youtu.be/NbXTJju1sP0?si=FUQu-1glBfXaX4de

    • Notes