Those considered as -high net worth- individuals often require a higher level of insurance services to cover a wide range of personal property. Many valuable collections including jewelry, fine art, wine and antiques can all be covered, either as scheduled items, or with some type of blanket policy. Although these types of policies can be provided elsewhere, there are normally limits on how high the value of these items can be on other policies.
High net worth policies gives much needed protection for those high-valued homes and other properties. Many also offer concierge-style service with complimentary property valuations, appraisals and risk assessments. These should generally be done on an annual basis in order to assess any increase, or decrease, in the value of the items being insured.
Several options are available, including:
High-valued home insurance
Coverage for secondary residences
Private collections
Personal excess liability
Personal auto, and
Private staff
Policies are available to cover a wide range of exposures in and around the home. For example, those having a waterfront location or other unique exposures will need a policy that addresses those concerns. Insuring a vacation home or rental properties will require insurance that is tailored for those particular types of properties. Protecting collectibles is not recommended with the standard homeowners policies on the market because of the high value of these items.
Insuring expensive vehicles will also require some decisions as to what type of coverage and how much is needed. Driving a car only once or twice a month, as opposed to one driven everyday would require specialty collectors insurance as well. Some policies are written so that vehicles will be repaired with original manufacturer’s parts from the insured’s choice of repair shops. High deductible programs are also available.
If the home has domestic staff workers there is coverage available that will come in handy in the event someone is hurt while on the job, but also liability insurance to protect individuals against allegations of sexual harassment, wrongful termination and discrimination made by the domestic help.It is important to cover all domestic employees for work-related injuries, and get coverage to respond to any potential lawsuits.
For those owners of watercraft such as speedboats or yachts,many insurers provide protection for boats of all sizes, including super yachts that travel worldwide. There are also options available to protect the crew as well as the contents of the vessel.
With so many risks and exposures it is vial to protect so many assets with High Valued Home Insurance and other types of coverage for high net worth individuals.
