Because your home is likely one of your largest assets, it’s a good idea to maintain coverage even if you do not owe any money on it. If you use your home as collateral or security for a mortgage, home equity or other type of loan, your lender will require coverage.
All policies are not the same. They vary in the extent and scope of coverage. You can purchase Fire only, Homeowners including Catastrophe or Homeowner Excluding Catastrophe insurance to cover your home (s) . We have a special policy designed for condominium owners.
Hurricane, Tornado, Storm or Flood, and Earthquake are considered catastrophic events under your homeowners policy .
Contents temporarily removed to a bank safe deposit, another occupied private dwelling or any building where members of your household live or are conducting business within the Commonwealth Bahamas are covered. Contents temporarily removed are subject to a limit of 15% of the sum insured on your Contents.
No. Your homeowner’s policy will not cover the damage to your automobile. If you have comprehensive coverage under your automobile policy, that policy should cover the damage.
No. Your homeowner’s policy does not cover business activities conducted at your home.
Generally, the replacement value of your personal property is the amount it would cost to replace it with like or similar items. To be sure you have enough coverage, prepare a detailed written inventory of all your items, including make, model and the price paid, where available. Videotaping your property is a good idea, and you should also have a written inventory. Keep the inventory in a safe place in case you suffer a loss.
No, and that’s exactly why you, as a tenant should buy householders contents insurance. This cover will provide protection for your personal property against loss or damage caused by insured perils usually covered in our householder’s policies.
The removal of the tree would also be covered in this instance. You should note that the cost of removal of a tree in the absence of damages to your building would not be covered.
No. Property stolen from out of your car will not be covered. The theft cover for property temporarily removed applies only if such property was in a building and there was forced entry into or out of it.
We will pay for any injury or property damage (subject to policy limits) suffered by non-residents occurring at your home provided it was your fault that caused such injury or damage. The policy will also pay the medical bills incurred. In addition, we will pay for any other costs, expenses and legal fees which you are legally obliged to pay (subject to our written consent).
The Rent & Alternative Accommodations provision in your insurance policy should cover any additional living expenses, such as temporary housing, that you incur while your home is being repaired. However, cover is limited to 10% of the sum insured on your building and if applicable , your contents. Your home must be rendered uninhabitable for this provision to apply.
You are not legally required to insure your boat. However, if you are financing the purchase of your boat, the lender will most often require insurance coverage listing them as a loss payee to cover their interest in your boat. Some marinas may ask you to provide some proof that your boat is insured when mooring it at their marina.
There are two important covers to consider when insuring your boat. They are , Hull & Machinery (your boat and attached equipment) and Liability. You should insure your boat (hull & machinery) to the current market value. This will ensure that in the event of a total loss to your boat, you will recover what the boat is worth. Liability coverage protects you if you are at fault for property damage and bodily injury claims to third parties or passengers in your boat . The coverage has three key components. It will investigate your loss, defend you if you are not at fault and pay up to the policy limit if you are at fault.
Many factors determine what your boat insurance premium will be.
Boat surveys provide details on the condition and valuation of a boat. A survey may uncover hidden defects, mechanical and structural problems that are not always visible or detectable by the boat owner/operator. Before purchasing an older boat, you should always get a boat survey. We have particular survey requirements and your agent should inform you about them.
Yes. You can purchase liability insurance only on your boat without insuring it for physical damages.
The premium that you pay is a reflection of your driving record amongst other factors. Drivers who have a good or unblemished driving record are entitled to No Claims Discounts. Those who do not may also be granted some discount rate or no discount at all depending on the severity and frequency of accidents.
Not necessarily. Your policy pays the market value of your vehicle or the sum insured (whichever is less) at the time of the loss. Simply put, market value is the price that your car would be expected to “fetch” on the open market in its current condition. We determine the exact amount payable by using well established industry guidelines which make allowances for condition of your vehicle and any approved modifications and additions made to your vehicle. The sum insured on your vehicle may differ significantly from its “market value” as most vehicles depreciate in value as time goes by.
Yes. The loss of use benefit is a standard part of your comprehensive motor policy. We will pay for the rental of a motor vehicle from a recognized rental car franchise up to limits of $50.00 per day and a maximum of $500.00 in total. This policy coverage also pays for a rental car if your vehicle is stolen or damaged by fire. Special restrictions may apply.
No. Your certificate of motor insurance shows the drivers’ names that are covered or it may specify certain groups of drivers. These authorized drivers must hold licences to drive and must not be disqualified from holding one. You should not allow an uninsured driver to use your vehicle under any circumstance.
There could be any number of reasons for this including increased interest rates and or pledging your vehicle as security on a personal loan or others. We are only obligated to pay you the market value of your vehicle at the time of loss and not the loan balance payable to your bank. Your bank is likely to hold you personally responsible for any shortfall in such cases.
Yes. Your policy cover applies as long as your vehicle is used within the Commonwealth Of The Bahamas. However, you should notify your agent before taking your vehicle to another island. New Providence rates are higher than Family Island rates so you may be charged an additional premium or be given a credit depending on where the vehicle is taken.
No. Your comprehensive policy pays for most losses or damages to your motor vehicle, its accessories and spare parts on it. But, we will not pay for any loss or damage due to the following:
You would be entitled to a No Claims Discount (maximum 60% on comprehensive and 20% on third party)in accordance with our scales provided that no claim was “made” or arose under your policy during that particular policy period.
You cannot do so without our expressed consent In any case, any of the benefits that you were entitled to under the policy (for example, your No Claims Discount) will not be transferable to the buyer. You will no longer have an interest in the vehicle so really the buyer should take out his own motor policy to cover the motor vehicle.
You should notify your insurer as soon as possible by giving them full written particulars.
Yes. However, you must return the policy and the current certificate of insurance to us. You may also be entitled to a refund of the portion of the premium paid.
You should immediately report any loss to us. Do not wait to get the police report before doing so. We will formally request a police report. The police will not usually release reports for auto thefts / fires without a letter from us.
Personal effects are not covered under your motor policy, only the vehicle and any accessories and spare parts attached to it that have been pre-valued are covered.
Yes. All auto fires must be reported to the police; They will investigate (inspect the vehicle & interview the insured) to determine the cause (e.g. arson, electrical etc.)
