What is the impact of moving on my home insurance?
As mentioned above, your insurance company calculates the cost of your insurance premium based on many variables, some of which change when you move. Here are the two most important ones:
Where do you live? That’s to say, the exact location…
Are you moving to a new city or maybe to a new province? This new location comes with its uniqueness that will impact your premium. Even moving within the same neighbourhood could make a difference. Below are the common variables impacting your premium based on your new location.
- Age of area
- Crime rates
- Traffic patterns
- Proximity to bodies of water that can cause flooding
- Regulatory differences
- Environmental considerations
Are you a homeowner or do you rent your place?
If you are moving into your new suburb house, you will need more coverage than previously in your one bedroom apartment downtown. That’s just life!
Of course, the coverage of your homeowner’s insurance will also be different. Let’s simplify insurance for the sake of this article: Your insurance covers what you own. In other words, renter’s insurance covers your belongings (your TV, clothes, jewelry, etc.). On the other hand, homeowner’s insurance also covers the actual structure that you own. This is the most expensive part to reimburse in case of a claim. Don’t you agree?
In conclusion, your location and your type of home are the two important factors that will impact your insurance premium when moving. Make sure you have the right coverage by notifying your insurer of your move. It’s for your own benefit!
FAQ – Is having home insurance mandated by law?
Although tenant insurance is not mandated by law for renters, having insurance can give you peace of mind! If you are a homeowner, it’s mandatory to have home insurance. Furthermore, this insurance policy also generally covers your personal liability, in case someone injures themselves on your property or in your home. It also covers you if you damage a third party’s property or you accidentally injure someone. Liability can be tricky, but Sonnet has a guide for when damage happens on or off your property.
What is the impact of moving on my auto insurance?
There are different reasons why the price of your car insurance would change. One of them being your location!
Changing your address does affect the way your insurance company calculates your premium. Again, insurance companies work by assessing risks applicable to you and your car. Thus, it is essential that you notify your insurer when moving.
Think about it: Your new address is where you will park and drive your car. It is also possible that your insurer could suggest some changes to your coverage. For example, if your new location has a higher crime rate, it impacts the likelihood of your car being stolen. Another example is if you move closer to your workplace. It would reduce your amount of daily mileage, and if you are lucky enough, the price of your premium!
