Q: How can I save money
on my homeowners
insurance?
Q: My neighbor just
purchased flood insurance.
Should I do the same?
Q: What is Reimbursement
Extended Limits and how
do I know if I have it?
A: Allstate offers many discounts that can
help you save on your insurance. For
instance, you may qualify for a discount if
your home has been renovated in the last
10 years; if you are 55 or older and not
employed full-time; or if your home has
smoke alarms, fired extinguishers or a
security system. And, if you insure both your
car and home or have auto and renters
insurance with Allstate, you can save on
both. Talk to your local Allstate Agent or call
1-800-ALLSTATE to make sure you’re getting
all the discounts you’re eligible for.
A: Most homeowners insurance does not
include flood insurance. Less than 50% of all
flooding incidents are awarded a Federal
Disaster Assistance declaration, and most
disaster assistance is provided in the form of
a loan that must be repaid with interest.
That’s why it’s a good idea to consider buying
this extra protection. Call your local Allstate
Agent or 1-800-ALLSTATE to find out more.
A: Reimbursement Extended Limits is a
“coverage cushion” that extends the covered
damage to your dwelling and other structures
beyond the limit stated in your policy. In most
states, this extra coverage is up to 120%. For
example, if you had a limit of $100,000 for
your Dwelling Coverage, you could be
reimbursed up to $120,000 for a covered
loss. This coverage could come in handy if a
large storm or situation in your area increases
the demand for building supplies. If prices go
up unexpectedly, the amount needed to
repair or replace your home could also go up.
If you have purchased this optional coverage,
it will appear on your Allstate Policy
Declarations next to Dwelling Protection.
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