You’re probably familiar with the basic discounts that most insurance companies offer on Homeowners coverages, such as bundling Home and Auto insurance, loyalty rewards, and installing smoke detectors and/or home security systems. However, a growing number of companies offer significant premium discounts on Homeowners insurance to policyholders who are:
Senior citizens: If you’re 60 or older, you could lower your premium by as much as 15%.
Non-smokers: If you’ve given up the habit — or have never picked up a cigarette, cigar, or pipe — you might qualify for a discount.
Married couples or widows/widowers Could be eligible for discounts of up to 5%.
New buyers who have closed a home purchase within 60 days.
Willing to increase coverage to reflect a rise in inflation.
Ready to buy coverage for the full value of a home.
Prepared to buy from a new carrier before the policy with your current insurance company expires.
New policy holders with the company (the “welcome” discount) and purchasing coverage for the entire value of your home.
You might also be eligible for a discount if you don’t have a Property damage claim for a specified period, such as three years. Bear in mind that many insurance companies might not offer some (or any) of these discounts.
Check with your insurance agent to find out!
