Not exact matches
With a
typical homeowners policy, after a loss you would be reimbursed based on your
items» depreciated value (its original value minus depreciation for time, wear, damage, etc.), but with Contents
Replacement Cost coverage, the value of any damaged or destroyed
item is based on the cost of a new one with similar features.
Typical replacement costs coverage will cover your belongings at their «actual cash value,» which reimburses you for the
item factoring in depreciation.
Depending on the individual worth of the
item, your
typical renters insurance plan may not provide enough coverage to offset the cost of
replacement.
When conducting your search for a cheap renters insurance policy,
typical questions like location, rental duration, square footage, apartment layout, your desired liability coverage, the
replacement value of your belongings and insurance history are all legitimate
items that should be provided when seeking out a cheap insurance quote.
For example, a
typical policy will cover the depreciated value of your
items, not the full
replacement value.