Condominium owners living in and around Sandpoint, ID are not required to purchase condominium insurance under the law, however, most banks will require that they do so. Many people have questions as to what the key differences between condominium insurance and traditional homeowners insurance are, and we will discuss them in this article.
Master Policy
One of the greatest differences between conventional homeowners and condominium insurance is the need for a master policy. The master policy refers to the insurance that is purchased by the condominium association, and this will cover all the common areas, stairwells, building exterior, and property that the edifice sits upon.
Situations Covered Under Master Policies
Master policies typically carry two types of coverage: liability and property coverage. The liability portion of the policy will cover the cost when someone is injured and files a lawsuit, and it can also cover the medical costs associated with the injury. Property damage coverage will take care of the common areas when they sustain losses due to the wind or other disasters.
Condo Owner’s Insurance
Each condominium owner will pay an equal share of the master policy price to the condominium association, and they will need to purchase a separate policy for their personal property. A bare walls-in policy will cover the walls and framing, and an all-in policy will cover fixtures, cabinets, and plumbing, both of which are distinctions that do not exist with conventional homeowners insurance.
The Insurance Shop USA Can Help You
We have experience serving the residents of Sandpoint, ID, writing a variety of insurance policies that will cover them in all their day-to-day activities — and we can do the same for you. We invite you to call us or to stop by our office at The Insurance Shop USA to discuss all your homeowners, automobile, life and condominium insurance needs.
