Reasons to Get Renter’s Insurance

Many people these days are anti-insurance and view policies as being a hustle intended to divest ones hard earned money due to the slight probability that something might happen to harm you or your possessions. In this post, Long Island Insurance Executive, Gregg S. Marcus will explain why it is vital to take out a renter’s insurance policy even in the unlikely event of a disaster occurring.

Thievery is obviously an awful occurrence, unfortunately it exists and it is at often times difficult to prevent. It is common that even individuals you trust and welcome into your home may take advantage of your kindness and possibly walk out with an item or two of yours. It is circumstances such as this that you should possess a form of insurance to protect your valuables. An average renter’s insurance policy will layout what specific items are covered as well as their costs.

 In the previous years, we have seen a record number of floods, tornadoes, fires, and many other disasters throughout out the world. Apartment fires are in particular common due to things such as inattentive smokers, candles and cooking incidents. These mistakes will often result in their own apartment going up in flames and possibly spreading to the neighbors.

 Other common claims are the result of washing machine explosions, plumbing incidents, flash floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, as well as many other natural disasters that could leave your home ultimately destroyed. Damage to your building due to nature is normally the building owner’s issue, but damage to your possessions is under your own watch!

If an unlikely occurrence never occurs, you are still out of that money. However, more likely than not it is these same people who eventually experience a devastating scenario and soon wish they had take out some form of renter’s insurance agreement. It should be known that renter’s insurance is extremely cheap compared to other policies. An average premium can range between ten and twenty dollars a month making it quite affordable and more than worth the extra dough.

If you rent a home in Nassau or Suffolk County on Long Island, New York, and are interested in attaining insurance or have any questions regarding renter’s insurance, Contact Gregg S. Marcus today!

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About GrEgg S. Marcus
Gregg S. Marcus is a Long Island-based humanitarian, philanthropist and insurance executive. He handles Property & Casualty Insurance, Life Insurance, and all business insurance as well as personal policies. In addition to business success in the insurance industry, Gregg Marcus donates his time to charitable organizations such as the Hineni Heritage Center, the Long Island Children’s Museum and the Sunrise Day Camp for Children. He is also a founding member of the Jericho Jayhawks Boosters Association on Long Island. Read More About Gregg S. Marcus »
AWARDS

Humanitarian Award, 2002
For his exemplary devotion in
educating the young.
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