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Home Insurance And The Buildings Section Of The Policy

Home insurance is often referred to as dwelling insurance. It’s a legal policy that in addition to covering the structure of your house against damage, storm or theft, specifically excludes contents. It’s important when purchasing a home insurance quote that you understand exactly what it covers. It can be one of the most important purchases you make when purchasing a home. Here are some things you should know about home insurance in South Africa:

• It the same as your mortgage bond when buying a home. The mortgage bond is essentially a security deposit that the bank will use as security for your loan if you should default on the loan repayments. Your insurance company will pay in the event of your death or illness. This is known as “short term insurance” in South Africa.
• Different from your mortgage bond protection cover. Your homeowner’s insurance in South Africa typically doesn’t cover the structure of your house or any attached buildings. It only covers the inside of the home. As a result, you must have a comprehensive buildings insurance policy in place covering both the outside and the inside of your home
• Everything that you’d expect with homeowners insurance in South Africa. Your policy will pay for damage to your home that is caused by natural events including fire and theft. It will also cover damage that is caused by vandalism or malicious activity. In the case of malicious damage by a third party, it may also cover the cost of repair to the property.
• This is the most popular form of damage coverage. Homeowners insurance in south Africa usually protects the structure and the contents of your property. It doesn’t protect the market value of the property, which can vary dramatically in different parts of the country. This is something that you’ll need to discuss with your insurer.
• In the case of an emergency, your homeowner policy in south Africa will usually cover the cost of repair to your house. In the event of flooding or a fire, however, you may need to pay out more. For example, you may need to ensure the building as well as any household contents that were in the property when the incident occurred.
• This is a special South Africa owners insurance product that will insure against the costs of replacement in the event of accidental death or injury to you or a member of your household. If you or someone in your household is seriously injured due to an accident, this is often the only way to provide for the cost of their treatment and rehabilitation. Your insurer will typically set up an account to collect payments on the accident claim. While there are some exceptions to this policy, it’s generally a good idea to include accidental death and injury coverage on your homeowner’s insurance.
• Absa is one of the leading providers of property insurance throughout the country. If you have a property based in South Africa, you can contact Absa for professional advice on insuring it. They are also able to advise you on the various options available to protect your home and property and provide you with the best policy to suit your needs and budget.
• Home insurance policies generally come with two components, buildings and accessories. Buildings coverage protects the structure of your home, while insurance premiums paid out for any materials damage that has occurred to the building. Accessories cover any fixtures or fittings that are in your homes, such as carpets, electrical equipment, sinks and other items. It is often included as part of the mortgage bond that you sign when taking out a home loan. Mortgage bond premiums are usually determined by the amount of the home loan.
• When you take out buildings insurance, you will want to check to make sure the policy protects both new construction and old construction. Some companies may offer discounts for new construction, so this should be checked before purchasing. Most insurers will require that the building’s insurance is completed before they consider your bond protection cover. While you are under contract to buy insurance, your insurer is not obligated to accept the buildings insurance from another company. If your buildings insurance is cancelled, your lender may cancel your loan if the cancellation does not affect your mortgage.
• Homeowner’s insurance covers only the structure of your home and protects against liability claims. Furnishings are generally not covered and must be purchased separately. For fixtures to be insured they must be permanently attached to the property, so certain items such as picture frames, mirrors, paintings and custom furniture cannot be covered. Furniture not attached to the property is generally only protected against loss due to theft or damage. This means that certain expensive items may be excluded from coverage, depending on the specific policy. Items that are permanently affixed to the property may be covered with a separate renters insurance policy.