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Coverage availability, limits, and terms vary by insurer and policy.
Dwelling Coverage
May help cover the physical structure of your home if it is damaged by a covered loss, such as fire or windstorm, subject to your policy's terms.
Other Structures
May help cover structures on your property that are not attached to your home, such as a fence, detached garage, or shed.
Personal Property
May help cover belongings inside your home, such as furniture, electronics, and clothing, after a covered loss.
Loss of Use / Additional Living Expenses
May help pay for temporary living costs, such as a hotel or rental, if a covered loss makes your home temporarily unlivable.
Personal Liability
May help cover certain costs if you are found responsible for injury to others or damage to their property.
Medical Payments to Others
May help cover limited medical expenses for a guest who is accidentally injured on your property, regardless of fault.
PROPERTY AND HOUSEHOLD SITUATIONS
Not every property will qualify for every option below — availability depends on the property, carrier, and underwriting.
Primary Residences
Homes used as a full-time residence are the most common type of homeowners policy.
Condominiums and Townhomes
Condo and townhome coverage often works alongside a building's master policy, subject to the property and association requirements.
Renters and Personal Belongings
Renters insurance may help protect personal belongings and provide liability coverage, even though you do not own the building.
Rental or Landlord Properties
Landlord or rental property coverage is different from a standard homeowners policy and depends on how the property is used.
Older Homes
Older homes may involve additional underwriting considerations, such as roof age, or the home's electrical or plumbing systems.
Homes With Recent Updates
Recent electrical, plumbing, roof, or HVAC updates may be relevant to underwriting and available options.
Rent instead of own? Renters insurance may help protect your belongings and provide personal liability coverage.
IMPORTANT COVERAGE DECISIONS
These options vary by insurer and policy — Marcus can help you understand what may apply to your situation.
Coverage Limits
The maximum amount a policy may pay for a covered loss. Limits can vary by coverage type and policy.
Deductibles
The amount you may be responsible for before coverage applies, which can affect your premium and out-of-pocket costs.
Replacement Cost vs. Actual Cash Value
Replacement cost may help pay to rebuild or repair without a deduction for depreciation. Actual cash value may factor in depreciation. Availability depends on the policy.
Scheduled Valuables
Certain high-value items, such as jewelry or collectibles, may need to be scheduled separately for full coverage, subject to the policy.
Water-Backup Coverage
May help address damage from sewer or drain backups, depending on the policy. This is different from flood coverage.
Ordinance or Law Coverage
May help address certain added costs to meet current building codes after a covered loss, subject to policy terms.
Optional Endorsements
Additional coverage options may be available to add or adjust protection based on your situation, subject to the insurer and policy.
Important: Standard homeowners policies generally do not cover every cause of loss. Earthquake and flood coverage are commonly handled separately.
HOME INSURANCE QUOTE CHECKLIST
Having these details ready can help make your conversation with Marcus faster and more productive.
Property address
Occupancy type
Year built
Construction type
Approximate square footage
Roof age and material
Recent electrical, plumbing, roof, or HVAC updates
Prior insurance claims
Current insurance information, if available
Desired coverage and deductible preferences
Important: Do not submit Social Security numbers, payment-card information, complete driver’s-license numbers, medical records, or other highly sensitive information through the website form.
WHY WORK WITH BASED AUTO
When you reach out about home insurance, you work directly with Based Auto, a licensed California insurance agent. He can explain your options in plain language, help you compare what’s available, and answer questions about limits, deductibles, and trade-offs along the way.
This is personal service, not an automated quote engine. Marcus takes the time to understand your property and priorities. Availability, eligibility, pricing, and coverage always remain subject to insurance-carrier review and approval.
Three simple steps to get started.
Review Available Options
Marcus will discuss available choices, limits, deductibles, and important differences.
Choose Your Coverage
Select an option that fits your situation, subject to carrier eligibility and underwriting.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Let’s Help Protect Your Home
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