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    Renters insurance requirements in Washington

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    Minimum mandatory renters insurance in Washington

    Washington doesn’t have renters insurance requirements. However, some landlords may ask you to buy coverage as a lease stipulation (Insurance Information Institute).

    Standard renters insurance coverages for Washington residents

    The following coverages are typically included in a standard renters insurance policy.

     

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    Coverage for your things

    Personal property coverage (Coverage C) helps replace or repair items such as clothing, jewelry, appliances, furniture and electronics.

    If your apartment is broken into while you’re at work, and your valuables are stolen, this portion of your renters insurance policy can help you replace them.

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    Coverage when accidents happen

    Personal liability (Coverage E) and medical expense (Coverage F) provide financial protection for property damage, injury to others and may help pay related medical expenses.

    If you have guests over for dinner and one of them falls and breaks an arm, these coverages may help provide protection from associated costs resulting from your guest’s injuries. The amount of coverage will depend on your policy’s limits.

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    Coverage for living expenses

    Loss of use coverage (Coverage D) helps pay for expenses, such as hotel stays and food, should your home become unlivable.

    If a fire causes significant damage to your home and you need to move out while repairs are made, this portion of your renters policy can help. Whether it’s hotel stays or other associated costs like food, mileage, and utilities, your policy can help cover up to its limits.

    Optional add-on renters coverages

    Adding optional coverages to your renters insurance may be especially helpful if your home is at risk for events like flash floods, which are not typically covered by standard policies. They add an additional layer of protection from unexpected losses.

     

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    Add-ons for more events & parts of your living space

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    Add-ons based on how you use your living space

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    Add-ons for personal property & identity

    Get renters insurance today

    Contact your local American Family Insurance agent for a personalized renters insurance quote or get a custom quote online.

     

    This article is for informational purposes only and based on information that is widely available. While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information. Please check your state and local laws.

    The information on this webpage represents only a brief description of coverages, is not part of your policy, and is not a promise or guarantee of coverage. If there is any conflict between this information and your policy, the provisions of the policy will prevail. Insurance policy terms and conditions may apply. Coverage features and limits vary by state and may be subject to change. Some products are not available in every state. Discount availability and eligibility vary by state and policy terms. (Discounts apply to auto and property policies.) Please check with your agent and read the policy for exact details on coverages and exclusions. We are not responsible for the content of any third-party sites that may be linked in this article.

    References

    Insurance Information Institute. (n.d.) Can I own a home without homeowners insurance? https://www.iii.org/article/can-i-own-home-without-homeowners-insurance