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Homeowners Insurance

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What is homeowners insurance?

Homeowners insurance pays to repair or replace a home when a covered event occurs. Most people couldn't afford to pay out of pocket to rebuild their entire house after a fire, hail damage, or other disasters. Insurance pays the bills in these circumstances.

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Types of homeowners insurance explained