Column · Apartment-hunting tips · No.36

Can I choose my own fire insurance?

Regarding fire insurance to be purchased in a rental contract, we will explain the treatment of specified insurance, cases that can be selected by yourself, compensation contents, and the importance of tenant liability insurance.

Rental contracts often require fire insurance.

When insurance premiums are included in the quote, some people wonder, "Do I have to buy this insurance?"

Participation itself is almost mandatory

The reason you need fire insurance when renting is not just to protect your property.

This is also in case your rented room is damaged due to fire or water leakage. Of particular importance is tenant liability insurance.

This is compensation in case you are liable for damages to the landlord.

Sometimes you can choose

In some cases, you may enroll in the insurance specified by the management company, while in other cases, you may choose your own insurance if you meet the conditions.

If you want to choose one yourself, you need to check whether it meets the necessary conditions, such as the amount of compensation and whether there is liability for the tenant.

Ask the management company, ``Can I enroll myself with the same coverage?''

Don't choose based on insurance premium alone

There are products with low premiums, but they are meaningless if the coverage is insufficient.

Check what's included, such as water leakage, personal liability, household effects coverage, tenant liability, and repair cost coverage.

It is important to have insurance that can be used in case of emergency.

Be careful not to forget to update

Fire insurance must be renewed according to the contract period.

If you continue to live in your home without insurance, you may not be able to receive compensation in the event of an accident. When you receive an update notice, please complete the procedure as soon as possible.

summary

Fire insurance is an important provision that is almost mandatory in a rental contract.

Whether you get designated insurance or choose your own insurance depends on the property and management company. Be sure to check not only the premium but also the coverage details before making your selection.

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