How much does a home insurance policy cost?
Types of policies
there are many different types of homeowners
insurance
policies available. Normally, the type of policy coincides with the type of structure to be insured and how the structure is occupied.
The type of policy also correlates to the coverage available as well. Owner-occupied: the main difference between policies which cover an owner-occupied, single family home is the perils covered. Basic or broad form policies (ho-1, ho-2) cover the structure for specified perils shown in the policy. Special form policies (ho-3) cover the structure for all perils except those specifically excluded in the policy. Condo unit owners need a condominium unit-owners form (ho-6) which provides some coverage for the structure but primarily covers the personal property and liability of the insured.
Insurance policies can be complicated to understand, especially because they use a lot of legal terminology. To make it a little easier, we put together a glossary of terms to help you b...