How to buy property insurance - Test
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of property insurance?
A) To guarantee a profit when selling the property.
B) To pay for routine maintenance and repairs.
C) To increase the property's market value.
D) To protect your financial investment in a property from covered losses.
  • 2. Which of the following is typically NOT covered by standard property insurance?
A) Damage from fire and lightning.
B) Damage from earthquakes and floods.
C) Damage from wind and hail.
D) Damage from vandalism and theft.
  • 3. What does 'dwelling coverage' in property insurance protect?
A) The land your home is built on.
B) Your liability if someone is injured on your property.
C) Your personal belongings inside the home.
D) The physical structure of your home.
  • 4. What does 'personal property coverage' protect?
A) Your liability if someone is injured on your property.
B) The physical structure of your home.
C) Your belongings inside the home.
D) Detached structures like garages.
  • 5. What is 'liability coverage' in property insurance?
A) Coverage for personal belongings stolen from your car.
B) Protection if someone is injured on your property and you are found liable.
C) Coverage for earthquake damage.
D) Protection for damage to your own property.
  • 6. What is a 'deductible' in property insurance?
A) The total amount the insurance company will pay for a claim.
B) The value of your property.
C) The amount you pay out-of-pocket before the insurance company pays.
D) The monthly premium you pay for insurance.
  • 7. A higher deductible typically results in:
A) Faster claim processing.
B) More comprehensive coverage.
C) Higher premiums.
D) Lower premiums.
  • 8. What is the difference between 'actual cash value' (ACV) and 'replacement cost' coverage?
A) Replacement cost only covers appliances.
B) ACV is always more expensive than replacement cost.
C) ACV factors in depreciation, while replacement cost does not.
D) Replacement cost factors in depreciation, while ACV does not.
  • 9. What is a 'home inventory' used for in property insurance?
A) To schedule home maintenance appointments.
B) To document your belongings in case of a loss.
C) To calculate your monthly premium.
D) To determine the market value of your home.
  • 10. Why is it important to review your property insurance policy annually?
A) To ensure your coverage still meets your needs and accurately reflects your property's value.
B) To file a claim every year, regardless of damage.
C) Because policies expire annually regardless of payment.
D) Because premiums automatically increase every year.
  • 11. What is 'loss of use' coverage?
A) Covers the depreciation of your belongings.
B) Covers legal fees.
C) Covers the cost of landscaping repairs.
D) Covers additional living expenses if your home is uninhabitable due to a covered loss.
  • 12. Which factor does NOT typically affect property insurance premiums?
A) Your claims history.
B) The location of your house.
C) The color of your house.
D) The age of your house.
  • 13. What is 'named perils' insurance?
A) Covers all perils except those specifically excluded.
B) Covers only natural disasters.
C) Covers only liability claims.
D) Covers only the perils specifically listed in the policy.
  • 14. What is 'open perils' insurance?
A) Covers all perils except those specifically excluded.
B) Covers only man-made disasters.
C) Covers only the perils specifically listed in the policy.
D) Only covers your structure, not your belongings.
  • 15. Why should you consider flood insurance?
A) Standard property insurance typically doesn't cover flood damage.
B) Standard property insurance always covers flood damage.
C) Flood insurance is included in your mortgage payment.
D) Flood insurance is only required in coastal areas.
  • 16. Why is it important to accurately estimate the replacement cost of your home?
A) To make sure your belongings are insured.
B) To lower your property taxes.
C) To ensure you have adequate coverage to rebuild if your home is destroyed.
D) To increase your home's resale value.
  • 17. What should you do immediately after experiencing a covered loss?
A) Take steps to prevent further damage and notify your insurance company.
B) Throw away all damaged items.
C) Move out of the property permanently.
D) Start making repairs immediately without notifying your insurance company.
  • 18. What is a public adjuster?
A) An insurance company employee who processes claims.
B) A building contractor.
C) A government official who regulates insurance companies.
D) An insurance professional you hire to represent you in a claim.
  • 19. What does 'ordinance or law' coverage protect?
A) Covers the cost of replacing outdated appliances.
B) Covers the cost of landscaping repairs.
C) Covers the cost of legal fees if you are sued.
D) Covers the increased cost of rebuilding to comply with current building codes.
  • 20. Which of the following is an example of a covered peril under most standard property insurance policies?
A) Wear and tear.
B) Flood.
C) Earthquake.
D) Fire.
  • 21. What is subrogation?
A) The insurance company's right to recover payment from a third party at fault for a loss.
B) The process of filing a claim.
C) A discount offered for bundling multiple insurance policies.
D) A type of insurance fraud.
  • 22. Why is it important to keep your property well-maintained?
A) To increase your property's insurance premiums.
B) Because insurance companies require you to make weekly inspections.
C) Insurance companies will only provide coverage for new builds.
D) To prevent potential damage and avoid claim denials.
  • 23. What are riders or endorsements?
A) Standard property insurance policies.
B) Cancellation notices from the insurance company.
C) Additions to your policy that provide extra coverage for specific items or situations.
D) Discounts offered for being a long-term customer.
  • 24. What is the purpose of an insurance appraisal?
A) To perform a home inspection before purchasing property.
B) To determine the value of damaged property during a claim dispute.
C) To determine the market value of your property when you buy it.
D) To calculate your insurance premium.
  • 25. Which of the following is NOT a typical exclusion in a property insurance policy?
A) Earth movement.
B) Wind damage.
C) War.
D) Neglect.
  • 26. What is 'underinsurance'?
A) Having insurance coverage that is insufficient to cover the cost of rebuilding or replacing your property.
B) Having more insurance coverage than you need.
C) Filing too many insurance claims.
D) Paying your premiums late.
  • 27. What is a 'certificate of insurance'?
A) A document that summarizes your insurance coverage.
B) Your actual insurance policy document.
C) A claim form.
D) A receipt for your premium payment.
  • 28. How can you lower your property insurance premiums?
A) Increase your deductible.
B) Ignore home maintenance.
C) Decrease your coverage limits.
D) File more claims.
  • 29. What type of insurance is required by mortgage lenders?
A) Flood insurance.
B) Life insurance.
C) Hazard insurance (property insurance).
D) Earthquake insurance.
  • 30. What is a 'valuation' in property insurance?
A) The process of canceling an insurance policy.
B) The cost of your insurance premium.
C) The process of filing a claim.
D) The process of determining the value of insured property.
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