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Buying homeowners insurance? Ask these 4 questions first

by Sarah Schlichter of NerdWallet
| January 13, 2021 4:03 AM

Purchasing insurance may not be as fun as choosing new furniture and paint colors, but it’s a critical part of the homebuying process. Your homeowners insurance policy is a financial safety net in case of a disaster, so you’ll want to ask a few important questions to make sure you have the coverage you need at a price you can afford.

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