Money Saving Home Insurance Tips – Part Two

Money Saving Home Insurance Tips – Part Two

There are many ways to save money with your home insurance and it is worth exploring every option out there. Home insurance is a good place to look for savings because you’re most likely required by your mortgage lender to carry homeowners insurance on your house and home insurance costs can vary widely.

The single best way to save money with home insurance is to shop around. Take the time to compare home insurance quotes because rates between each company offering home insurance can differ by hundreds of dollars. Take the time to get at least three quotes, and because home insurance comes in many flavors make certain you comparing apples-to-apples with the different policies.

Here are five additional tips for saving money with your home insurance.

1. Did you know most insurance providers offer home insurance discounts for policy holders who are 55 or older and retired? This discount can save you significant money on your home insurance, possibly up to 25 percent. If you fit the bill be sure to get in contact with your home insurance provider to see if you qualify. Senior home insurance discounts differ depending on your state, your home insurance provider, your age and the type of the insured home.
2. Did you know your