Renters and condo insurance provide protection for individuals who do not own a standalone home but still need coverage for personal property and liability.
While landlords and homeowners associations may insure the building structure, tenants and condo owners are typically responsible for protecting their belongings and personal liability.
This guide explains how renters and condo insurance work in Texas and what residents should understand when selecting coverage.
A renters insurance policy typically includes:
Helps replace belongings such as furniture, electronics, clothing, and appliances if damaged by a covered event.
Provides financial protection if someone is injured inside your rental unit or if you cause damage to another person’s property.
Helps cover temporary housing costs if your rental unit becomes uninhabitable due to a covered loss.
Condo insurance, often referred to as an HO-6 policy, is designed for condominium owners. While a homeowners association (HOA) master policy typically covers common areas and portions of the building structure, the individual unit owner is responsible for interior coverage.
Protects walls, flooring, cabinets, fixtures, and upgrades within the unit.
Covers belongings within the unit
Provides coverage if someone is injured inside the condo or if the owner causes property damage.
May help cover the unit owner’s share of certain HOA assessments following a covered loss.