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Tips on How to Save Money on Your Homeowner Insurance
Purchasing a home insurance policy can be an overwhelming process. The conditions, coverage, and exclusions are likely to give you a headache. Purchasing a policy is not exciting, but imagine losing everything to a natural calamity and you do not have insurance to help you stand back on your feet. Below are some of the ways of saving money on your homeowner’s insurance.
1. Shop Around
Before settling on an insurance company, check different insurance policies to see which rates are the best. Make sure you compare apples to apples to avoid picking a policy that will result in less coverage and a higher deductible each time you make a claim.
2. Improve Your Credit History
A good credit history helps you negotiate a lower rate on your home insurance policy. Pay off your debts to ensure your bills are settled on time. Doing so will make you qualify for an insurance policy with favorable rates.
3. Select the Right Neighborhood to Settle in
After retiring, move to a place with good security. Most insurance companies establish their rates based on the collective risks you are exposed to. Therefore, settling in an area with a high crime rate is likely to raise your premiums. It is advisable to choose a neighborhood that is statistically safe if you want to stand a chance to reap some savings.
4. Chose Higher Deductibles
A deductible is how much money you spend when filing a claim. After paying your deductible, the insurance company takes over and pays the remaining amount. The higher your deductible, the higher your chances of lowering your monthly premium. You can use automatic savings accounts tool to help you save money in repair costs and insurance deductibles.
Finally
If you would to like to discuss your options for homeowner’s insurance please call us at 561-732-9305 our quoting hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. In addition, you can request a quote online. Please remember, We Handle All the Work, While You Save!
Robert Macoviak is the President of Oyer, Macoviak and Associates. Oyer, Macoviak and Associates is the oldest independent insurance agency in Boynton Beach and has been in business since 1953. Oyer, Macoviak and Associates are vested members of the community who are committed to doing business face-to-face and being your insurance advocate in times of need.
