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Loss Assessment Coverage and Condo Insurance

Loss assessment coverage is part of condo HO-6 insurance policies. It protects the condo owner when some damage happens in the common area of the condo building and the cost to repair the damage exceeds the limits of the HOA master policy.
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Bare Walls In Master Policy Insurance

"Bare walls" or "bare walls-in" insurance is a type of master policy held by condominium associations. It is a limited type of coverage that protects common areas and commonly used areas of a condo, such as a lobby, stairway, or shared laundry area. It also covers the structure of the building, up to the drywall inside individual condo units.

Walls In Condo Insurance

The term “walls-in insurance” can refer to two different types of insurance policies: Continue reading to find out what a walls-in condo insurance policy is and how it will affect you in the future. Key facts Defining walls-in HOA master policy A walls-in master policy, also known as a single entity coverage, is the most ... Read more
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All In Condo Master Policy Insurance

When researching the condo association you want to move to, you will likely request to view their insurance policies. This is a great proactive measure so that you can plan out your own insurance needs when purchasing a condo. Some condo associations offer All In condo insurance in their master policy, but what exactly does ... Read more
What Is Hazard Insurance For Condos & Townhomes?

What is Hazard Insurance for Condos & Townhomes?

When purchasing home insurance for your condo or townhome, you need to be sure that you get a policy that adequately covers the cost to repair or rebuild your property. A standard homeowners policy will cover and reimburse the cost to fix damage to your home in the event of included, named perils such as ... Read more
Do I Need Title Insurance For A Condo?

Do I Need Title Insurance for A Condo?

When you’re preparing to purchase a home, your mortgage lender may require you to purchase title insurance. The reason lenders ask borrowers to purchase these policies is because they don’t want any legal and financial claims on the property that become known after the sale is finalized to cause lengthy ownership legal battles over the ... Read more
Condo Earthquake Insurance

Condo Earthquake Insurance

The structural components of your condo and the property within are covered by two types of policies: a master policy purchased by your condo association and the individual condo insurance that you choose to purchase. When you purchase a condo, your mortgage lender will require you to obtain a condo insurance policy that complements the ... Read more
Condo Insurance Vs. Homeowners Insurance

Condo Insurance vs. Homeowners Insurance

Although condos are purchased and not rented, condo owners won’t be able to purchase homeowners insurance for their property. Homeowners and condo insurance policies have several important distinctions that condo and homeowners need to know when considering properties they want to buy. At the end of the day, condo and homeowners will generally have similar ... Read more
Average Condo Insurance Cost In 2020

Average Condo Insurance Cost in 2020

In the United States, condo insurance costs average for 2020 is $478 for an annual premium. The cost of condo insurance policies, however, can vary greatly, and to understand why, you need to know how condo insurance works and what can affect the types and amount of coverage needed to adequately protect yourself, your condo ... Read more
Best Condo Insurance

Best Condo Insurance

When shopping for the best condo insurance, you need to take a look at a variety of options, but the process can feel overwhelming because of how many policies there are on the market. Much like homeowners insurance, standard condo insurance includes several different types of coverage. While you want to be able to find ... Read more
Condo Vs Townhouse Insurance: Are There Differences?

Condo vs Townhouse Insurance: Are There Differences?

From the outside, condos and townhomes can be difficult to discern. Most share a similar facade and even boast many of the same interior features. There seems to be little difference between the two dwellings, yet when insurance involved, condos and townhomes couldn’t be more different. When looking into insurance for townhomes and condos, you’ll ... Read more

What Is The Master Insurance Policy For Homeowners Association?

When you purchase a condo, you are buying into a unique set of circumstances as far as the property and the insurance needs. A homeowners association or perhaps a condominium board will generally control the grounds and the property. You bought the four walls that surround the home and you pay the association fees that ... Read more

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