Protect your home and your belongings this winter.
The winter season brings a lot to be excited about—holidays, movie nights, warm apple cider—but it can also bring unanticipated damage to your house, condo, or apartment and the things in it. To protect your home this winter, it’s time to review your current protections, including your existing homeowners insurance or renters insurance.
How can I prepare my home for winter?
Whether you live in a house, townhome, condor, or apartment, there are several steps you (or your landlord) can take to ensure your house is ready for anything the California weather throws your way.
- Check your roof and gutters for any debris or damage that could be further impacted by rain or fires
- Service your HVAC system and replace your filter if needed
- Check the seals on your windows and doors for any leaks that could let rain or smoke in
- If you live in an area that gets below freezing, protect your pipes from bursting
- Review your insurance policies to be sure they cover any new big-ticket items you purchased during the holiday season
What do homeowners and renters insurance cover?
Just like you have health or auto insurance, you can purchase insurance to cover your home.
Homeowners insurance is a special type of policy that protects your home and belongings from damage or destruction that might result from fire, smoke, landslides, storm damage, or other similar events. It also provides coverage for household items in the event of damage or loss from theft. Additionally, homeowners insurance can provide liability protection in case of an accident in your home.
Renters insurance is similar to homeowners, and can cover the items in the home you rent in case of damage or theft, liability protection, or a hotel stay if you are unable to stay in your home due to damage.
Where can I get a quote?
Homeowners and renters insurance provide financial protection when the unexpected happens. To get a home insurance quote or a renters insurance quote, the first place you can go is your trusted financial partner. In order to ensure you’re getting the best rates and coverage, it’s important to review your policies every year.
First Entertainment Credit Union can help you find the right insurance to cover your home and belongings. Plus, we can help you bundle your policies for additional discounts and help you save even more.
To learn more and get started today, request a quote.
Cynthia Padilla, Insurance Agent, MBIS (Hollywood Branch)
323.845.4489
cpadi@firstent.org
Maria Okafor, Insurance Agent, MBIS (Hollywood Branch)
323.845.4494
mokaf@firstent.org
Monique Garcia, Insurance Agent, MBIS (Culver City Branch)
323.845.4495
mgarc@firstent.org
Media Benefits Insurance Services
6735 Forest Lawn Dr., Hollywood, CA 90068
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