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Expected cost of purchasing homeowners insurance

by Gwen Uyen Le 07/17/2023

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With the numerous options available, you may be wondering about the cost of homeowners insurance. This guide provides a breakdown of the average cost of homeowners insurance and what to expect when getting coverage. 

What are homeowners insurance policies?

Home insurance is technically a type of property coverage. Policies offer financial compensation when perils damage your home and personal items. Policies may cover the structure of the home, structural attachments to the property, offer liability coverage or replace personal items. 

For example, a storm with high winds may damage your front door. Your insurance company evaluates the damages. Then, they provide financial coverage to repair your door. 

What factors affect the cost of homeowners insurance?

Homeowners insurance costs about $1500 per year. Many factors contribute to the price of a policy. These factors include:

  • Size of property.
  • Geographic location.
  • Building materials.
  • Age of property.

There are factors you can control that affect your overall policy cost, like your deductible amount. If you have a higher deductible, you pay more out of pocket if damages occur. However, your monthly premium will be lowered. If you have a lower deductible, you pay less when damages occur. A lower deductible usually means a higher monthly premium. 

The average home insurance cost varies due to a number of factors. Researching and comparing policies can help you find the most affordable coverage. 

About the Author
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Gwen Uyen Le

Bilingual Agent: English & Vietnamese  

I am an energetic, God-loving person who loves all that city of Baton Rouge has to offer. I became a licensed REALTOR in Louisiana and began selling real estate with one of the nation's largest Real-Estate companies. I specialize in residential properties in Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas. I always explore new marketing options, business ideals, and higher-quality service standards to redefine real estate with client experience! As your real estate agent, I assure you that you will get my 100% focus and attention, the absolute best price, and the least amount of inconvenience, whether buying or selling. 

You will also notice in any situation when dealing with me, expect to be open mind and honest, with the constant communication, integrity, and professionalism. I love my career and pride myself on being a hard-working professional and skilled negotiator.  

For a consultation or if you're thinking of buying/selling/building/leasing/investing in residential and commercial properties in Baton Rouge or the surrounding areas of Louisiana, please call/text me at (225) 405-7463. I would love to be your neighborhood agent!