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Court Differentiates Vandalism from Theft in First Party Insurance Policy

The Property Insurance Law Observer

The Court considered whether the Plaintiffs’ loss was caused by theft or vandalism, as neither term was defined in the policy. In Cheung, the Plaintiffs, who resided in California, purchased property in scenic Mount Vernon, Washington, in July 2021, and insured the property through a policy of insurance issued by Allstate.

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How Home Renovations Can Affect Your Homeowners Insurance Policy

TGS

When taking on new home renovations, your homeowners insurance policy might not be the first thing on your mind. Whether it’s a big project involving reconstruction of part of your home, or a small project that will increase the value of your home or personal property, your renovation will affect your homeowners insurance.

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Landlord Insurance vs. Standard Home Insurance: Key Differences

Protect Commercial Insurance

. – Landlord Contents : This covers items you provide in a rental property, like appliances or furniture if you let out a furnished apartment. By understanding these key areas, landlords can select policies that suit their specific needs and personal situations, ensuring that they aren’t left in a financial lurch.

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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Collectibles? 

Distinguished

Theft, damage during transport, or accidental breakage can devastate a collection that has taken years to assemble. Unfortunately, these unique risks are rarely appropriately covered by standard homeowner insurance policies. For most, this will mean a collectibles policy.

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Block of Flats Insurance Glossary of Terms

Property Insurance Centre

Most policies specifically designed for blocks of flats make provision for inflationary increases each year, with the Declared Value automatically index-linked by the annual percentage shown in the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) Index provided by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This can apply to a total loss (e.g.

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Discover the Added Value of Renter’s Insurance in Michigan

Shield Insurance Agency

Rental Insurance Value: Safeguarding Your Assets One of the significant benefits of having renters insurance in Michigan is the protection it provides for your personal property. From furniture and electronics to clothing and jewelry, your belongings are safeguarded against perils such as fire, theft, vandalism, and more.

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Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Boats?

Maritime Insurance International

While every policy is different, in most cases, homeowner’s insurance policies only offer limited coverage for boats. In this post, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about whether or not homeowner’s insurance covers boats and the advantages of purchasing a dedicated boat insurance policy instead.