Renters Insurance

Personal property, liability, and additional living expense for tenants, typically $15–$25 per month.

Who Needs It

  • Apartment and house renters
  • Students and roommates
  • Tenants whose landlord requires it

What It Covers

  • Personal property against theft, fire, water damage
  • Personal liability if a guest is injured
  • Additional living expense if the unit is uninhabitable
  • Off-premises theft

What It Does Not Cover

  • The building (landlord's policy)
  • Flood
  • Roommates' belongings unless listed
  • High-value jewelry above the sublimit

Texas Notes

Many Texas landlords now require renters coverage in the lease; it is inexpensive and often binds same day.

Florida Notes

Florida landlords increasingly require it; hurricane ALE coverage matters for coastal renters.

Renters Insurance Questions We Hear Most

Does my landlord's insurance cover my stuff?

No. The landlord's policy covers the building only.

How much do I need?

Inventory your belongings; most renters underestimate. $20K–$40K contents and $100K–$300K liability is typical.

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This guide is general education from a licensed independent agency, not legal advice or a promise of coverage. Every policy is governed by its own forms, endorsements, limits, and exclusions. Ask us to review the actual form before you rely on it.