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PROTECT YOUR POSSESSIONS: UNDERSTANDING TENANT INSURANCE AT MODERN STORAGE WITH STORSMART

Tenant Insurance


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Are you seeking added security and peace of mind for your stored belongings? Look no further than Modern Storage's tenant insurance, provided through StorSmart. Our comprehensive coverage options are designed to safeguard your valuables against unexpected events, ensuring that you can store with confidence. What is Tenant Insurance? Tenant insurance is a specialized service tailored for self-storage customers. This insurance provides protection for your possessions in the event of damage, theft, or loss caused by various circumstances, including natural disasters, vandalism, and more. Coverage Highlights: Protection Against Natural Disasters: From hurricanes to earthquakes, our tenant insurance ensures that your belongings are covered against the devastating effects of Mother Nature. Theft and Burglary Coverage: In the unfortunate event of theft or burglary, your items are protected, giving you peace of mind knowing that your valuables are secure. Fire and Smoke Damage: Whether it's a minor incident or a major fire, our insurance policy provides coverage for damage caused by flames and smoke, helping you recover quickly from unexpected setbacks. Vandalism and Civil Commotion: Acts of vandalism or civil unrest can occur unexpectedly. With tenant insurance, you're covered against such incidents, minimizing potential financial losses. Accidental Damage: From accidental water damage to damage caused by falling objects, our insurance policy offers coverage for a wide range of accidental incidents, ensuring that you're prepared for the unexpected. What's Not Covered? While our tenant insurance offers extensive protection, it's important to understand what is not covered under the policy, including: Damage resulting from pre-existing conditions Mysterious disappearance of items Overflow of water from a body of water General wear and tear Damage due to neglect or intentional acts Affordable Coverage Options: At Modern Storage, we believe in providing affordable insurance options to suit every budget. With our tenant insurance policy, you can secure coverage for your belongings for as little as $9 a month. We offer flexible coverage options to accommodate your specific needs: $2,000 coverage for $9 per month $3,000 coverage for $13 per month $5,000 coverage for ...


Modern Storage Springdale
April 2nd, 2024


EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TENANT INSURANCE

Tenant Insurance


YES, YOU NEED TENANT INSURANCE If you have yet to consider getting tenant insurance, now is the time to do it! While we highly recommend it to all Modern Storage customers, we know that also comes with a lot of questions. Do you need tenant insurance? How much is it? What does it cover? Let us explain everything you need to know. What Is Tenant Insurance? Tenant insurance is a service offered by SBOA Tenant Insurance (SBOATI) specifically for self-storage customers across the country. Through Modern Storage, you can elect to use tenant insurance to help protect your items.Tenant insurance covers the worth of your belongings in the event they are destroyed, damaged, or affected from any of the following disasters: Windstorm Landslide Vandalism Civil Commotion Explosion Snow Aircraft Building collapse Earthquake Falling objects Fire and/or lightning Smoke Tornado Burglary However, certain things are not covered by tenant insurance: Damage caused by pre-existing conditions Mysterious disappearance of items Overflow of water from a body of water General wear and tear Loss or damage caused by neglect Damage cause intentionally Damage resulting from activity in violation of your lease How Much Does Tenant Insurance Cost? The next thing you should know about tenant insurance is how much it costs. That way, you can budget appropriately when looking at storage unit prices.Thankfully, tenant insurance is very affordable, and it goes a long way in protecting your items. For as little as $9 a month, you can have a $2,000 policy covered!There is also no deductible or long-term commitment. Just like your storage unit, your tenant insurance is month-to-month.Here are the current coverage options you can choose from: $2,000 coverage for $9 a month $3,000 coverage for $14 a month $5,000 coverage for $22 a month How Would I Make a Claim? In the event of an incident, document the damage with photos and contact your storage facility manager immediately. We also recommend creating a file of the photos on your computer or mobile device and sending them to an SBOA agent with proof of loss, including a sworn statement of loss.The agents will then take your statement and send you forms to document the ...



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